Which is cheaper, Raycast or Z.AI GLM?

Raycast is 1.8x cheaper than Z.AI GLM. Raycast starts at $0/mo, Z.AI GLM starts at $18/mo.

Does Raycast have a free tier?

Yes, Raycast offers a free tier with aiMessages: 50, notes: 5, clipboardHistoryMonths: 3.

Raycast has moderate switching cost. Z.AI GLM has drop-in switching cost. Z.AI GLM is easier to switch away from.

Ai Coding

Raycast

← More affordable

Productivity launcher for macOS with AI assistant, clipboard history, snippets, and extensions

Switching Cost: moderate

Z.AI GLM

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

Switching Cost: drop-in

You're paying a premium for Z.AI GLM — expect around a 1.8x higher bill compared to Raycast.

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

For early-stage teams or experimental projects, Raycast's free tier provides valuable runway without commitment.

For early-stage teams or experimental projects, Raycast's free tier provides valuable runway without commitment.

Price Difference

1.8x

Raycast is cheaper by $8/mo

Free Tier

Raycast

Has a free tier option

Switching Costs

Z.AI GLM

Lower switching costs for easier migration