Splitwise MCP Server for Claude CodeGive Claude Code instant access to 10 tools to Create Expense, Delete Expense, Get Current User, and more
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Splitwise as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime. ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via Vinkius.
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The Splitwise app connector for Claude Code is a standout in the Productivity category — giving your AI agent 10 tools to work with, ready to go from day one.
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# Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
claude mcp add splitwise --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
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About Splitwise MCP Server
What you can do
- Track Expenses: Give your AI agent the ability to check who owes who across your distinct groups.
- Log Bills: Ask your AI to calculate receipts and accurately add the expense directly into Splitwise with automatic percentage or custom splits.
- Manage Friends & Groups: Easily pull details of group members.
Claude Code registers Splitwise as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 10 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Splitwise data drives decisions without human intervention.
The Splitwise MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
All 10 Splitwise tools available for Claude Code
When Claude Code connects to Splitwise through Vinkius, your AI agent gets direct access to every tool listed below — spanning expense-tracking, bill-splitting, debt-management, and more. Every call is secured with network, filesystem, subprocess, and code evaluation entitlements inside a sandboxed runtime. Beyond a simple connection, you get a full AI Gateway with real-time visibility into agent activity, enterprise governance, and optimized token usage.
Expects a stringified JSON object containing details like cost, description, format details (e.g. users__0__user_id=123, users__0__paid_share=5.00, etc. or JSON). Create an expense
Delete an expense
Get current user details
Get a specific expense
List expenses
Get friend details
List all friends
Get group details
List all groups
Get user details by ID
Connect Splitwise to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to wire Splitwise into Claude Code. The entire setup takes under two minutes — your credentials stay safe behind the Vinkius.
Install Claude Code
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installedAdd the MCP Server
Verify the connection
claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a sessionStart using Splitwise
Why Use Claude Code with the Splitwise MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Splitwise through the Model Context Protocol.
Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly. no config files to edit or applications to restart
Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using Splitwise tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
Splitwise + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Splitwise MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed Splitwise tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Splitwise nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe Splitwise outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Splitwise status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Example Prompts for Splitwise in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Splitwise immediately.
"Check how much I currently owe in the 'Paris Trip' group."
"Add a new $100 expense for Uber rides to Splitwise and split it equally with Jane."
"List all my friends connected on Splitwise."
Troubleshooting Splitwise MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting Splitwise to Claude Code through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
Splitwise + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating Splitwise MCP Server with Claude Code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.