ZCode – Harness for GLM-5.2(zcode.z.ai)
411 points by chvid 13 hours ago | 297 comments
tl;dr: ZCode is a coding harness optimized for Z.ai's GLM-5.2 model, offering agentic coding features like long-running task management via "Goals," bot control through WeChat/Feishu/Telegram, and integration with 20+ coding tools. Subscription tiers range from $16.20/month (Lite) to $144/month (Max), targeting workloads from small repos to large-scale development. Installers are available for MacOS, Windows, and Linux (beta).
HN Discussion:
  • Disappointment that ZCode is closed source, unlike competitors such as MiMo Code
  • Pricing lacks transparency with vague usage allowances hiding actual token limits
  • ~ZCode is redundant since Z.ai already integrates with popular CLI agents, though UI may appeal to some
  • Concerns about trusting Chinese providers with company IP and data
  • Curious comparison questions about how GLM-5.2/ZCode stacks up against Codex/GPT for agentic coding