Changelog

What's new in CostPad

Development milestones, newest first — from the first margin calculation to a full dashboard builder with a local MCP server.

CostPad is pre-launch. These entries track build milestones, not public release dates.
v1.2.0Current
Latest build

MCP server, settings & multi-product

  • NewLocal MCP server exposing eight tools so Claude, Cursor, and other clients can read your model and run scenarios. See the MCP reference.
  • NewCompanies view — run many products from one instance, each with its own data and dashboards.
  • NewSettings with appearance, data export/import, keyboard shortcuts, and MCP configuration.
  • ImprovedLighter typography and a tighter settings dialog for a more professional feel.
v1.1.0
Dashboard builder

Free-form dashboards

  • NewDashboard builder — a Grafana-style grid. Drag to move, resize panels from any edge, snap to grid.
  • NewRight-rail inspector — select a panel to edit its data and dimensions, Figma-style.
  • NewTemplates — Overview, Detailed, and Growth Focus layouts to start from.
  • NewProducts vs dashboards — product data is shared; each dashboard owns only its layout.
  • ImprovedQuick-layout presets to size any panel to fit its contents.
v1.0.0
Core simulator

The pricing scratchpad

  • NewCOGS tracking with three cost types — fixed, per-user, and per-unit — plus categories.
  • NewPricing tiers and a separate user mix for honest blended revenue.
  • NewBlended economics, payment fees, free-tier impact, add-on packs, and growth projections.
  • NewDark and light themes on a full token system; data stored locally with JSON/CSV export.

Follow along

CostPad is built in the open. Download the current build or read the docs.