Which is cheaper, Codebuff or Z.AI GLM?

Z.AI GLM is 5.6x cheaper than Codebuff. Codebuff starts at $0/mo, Z.AI GLM starts at $18/mo.

Does Codebuff have a free tier?

Yes, Codebuff offers a free tier with freeCredits: 500.

Codebuff has drop-in switching cost. Z.AI GLM has drop-in switching cost. Both have similar switching complexity.

Ai Coding

Codebuff

Open-source multi-agent AI coding assistant for the terminal with pay-as-you-go credits and subscription plans

Switching Cost: drop-in

Z.AI GLM

← More affordable

Zhipu AI's GLM models with tiered coding subscriptions for AI-assisted development and code generation

Switching Cost: drop-in

The cost difference is substantial — Codebuff runs about 5.6x what Z.AI GLM charges.

For experimentation and testing, Codebuff wins with its free tier option — something Z.AI GLM doesn't offer.

If budget is your primary constraint, Z.AI GLM is the clear winner with its more wallet-friendly pricing structure.

If budget is your primary constraint, Z.AI GLM is the clear winner with its more wallet-friendly pricing structure.

Price Difference

5.6x

Z.AI GLM is cheaper by $82/mo

Free Tier

Codebuff

Has a free tier option