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Zhipu GLM API

GLM is the budget end of the Chinese-model range — a good fit for classification, batch jobs and internal tooling where per-call cost dominates.

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Pricing at a glance

AI24X flash $0.35/M output · pro $1.05/M output · flat, verified 2026-10-02

When to use GLM through AI24X

Batch & classification

High-volume, low-complexity calls where unit cost is the whole story.

Chinese NLP

Segmentation, extraction and summarization on Chinese source text.

Fallback tier

Keep GLM as the cheap path and route up to pro when quality matters.

Quick request

Base URL: https://api.ai24x.com/v1 · Example model ID: vip-glm

curl https://api.ai24x.com/v1/chat/completions \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer $AI24X_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{"model":"vip-glm","messages":[{"role":"user","content":"Hello"}],"max_tokens":200}'

Prefer flash / pro for first tests. Exact model IDs and access rules are shown in your account and the live model catalog.

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Start with one key

One API key covers DeepSeek, Qwen, GLM, Kimi, MiniMax, MiMo and frontier models — on a flat rate with no peak-hour surcharge and no request-size price tiers. Payment is by PayPal or card, and no Chinese phone number is required.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use the GLM API outside China without a Chinese phone number?
Yes. AI24X provides OpenAI-compatible access through one endpoint (https://api.ai24x.com/v1). Signup does not require a Chinese phone number and payment is accepted by PayPal or card.

Does AI24X charge a peak-hour surcharge?
No. AI24X bills a flat rate with no peak/off-peak window surcharge and no request-size price tiers.

Is AI24X the official GLM API?
No. AI24X is an independent AI gateway and is not affiliated with any model provider. Model names describe compatibility only.