GLM-5.1 Blog

GLM-5.1 + Claude Code Guide (2026): Setup, Benchmarks, Cost Comparison, and the Best API Strategy for Developers
Apr 28, 2026
GLM-5.1

GLM-5.1 + Claude Code Guide (2026): Setup, Benchmarks, Cost Comparison, and the Best API Strategy for Developers

GLM-5.1 can be used with Claude Code by connecting it throughan OpenAl-compatible or Anthropic-compatible API bridge, allowing developers toleverage Claude Code's age workflow while using GLM-5.1's lower-cost, high-performarnce coding model. This setup gives teams access to long-horizon autonomous co.ding, stronger terminal task execution, and significantly reduced API costs compared with ClaudeOpus, while preserving the Claude Code developer experience.
How to Use GLM-5.1 API
Apr 19, 2026
GLM-5.1

How to Use GLM-5.1 API

GLM-5.1 is Z.ai’s flagship open-source model (released April 7, 2026) optimized for long-horizon agentic tasks like autonomous coding and multi-step reasoning. To use the GLM-5.1 API, use CometAPI for cheaper unified access, get your API key