ZCode
Decision note
ZCode is a proprietary IDE plug-in for AI-assisted coding, built by Z.ai (Zhipu AI). ZCode integrates with 1 verified model, including GLM-5.2. Pricing: GLM Coding Plans: Lite $16.20/mo, Pro $64.80/mo (5x Lite), Max $144/mo (20x Lite). It runs as an extension in VS Code and JetBrains IDEs, pairing editor context with chat, completions, multi-file edits, and code review workflows for daily development.
Overview
Zhipu AI's official desktop coding-agent app, marketed as the "official harness for GLM-5.2." Bundles 20+ programming tools (Git, terminal) and organizes multi-step work through a "Goal" construct spanning planning, execution, and verification. Supports multi-agent collaboration with role-specialized agents (e.g. frontend/backend/QA) and remote task triggering via WeChat, Feishu, and Telegram.
Best LLMs for this agent
Official harness for GLM-5.2; optimized default across reasoning, coding, and multi-agent collaboration. Available from the Lite GLM Coding Plan up.
Pricing and Provider Comparison
Agent access tiers
| Tier | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Lite | $16.20/mo | Lightweight iteration; baseline (1x) GLM Coding Plan usage. Promotional price; list $18/mo. |
| Pro | $64.80/mo | Professional workloads; ~5x Lite usage. Promotional price; list $72/mo. |
| Max | $144/mo | High-volume workloads; ~20x Lite usage. Promotional price; list $160/mo. |
Featured Model Specs
Model Compatibility Matrix
Underlying Models
Capabilities
| Feature | Supported |
|---|---|
| Chat | Yes |
| Agent mode | Yes |
| Multi-file edit | Yes |
| Autocomplete | No |
| Terminal | Yes |
| Code review | Yes |
| Git integration | Yes |
| Deploy integration | Yes |
| Local models | No |
| Bring your own key | No |
| MCP support | Yes |
| Offline mode | No |
| IP indemnity | No |
| SSO | No |
| On-prem | No |