As a long-time Claude Code user, I’m always searching for cost-effective AI programming assistants. From DeepSeek and GLM-4.5 to Kimi-k2, I’ve tested multiple models. Recently, Meituan’s open source LongCat-Flash-Chat caught my attention, and after several days of intensive testing, I must say: this is one of my most satisfying experiences to date. LongCat-Flash-Chat: Meituan’s Technical Showcase LongCat-Flash-Chat is Meituan’s open source large language model, built on the company’s extensive data and technical expertise accumulated in the local services domain. This model not only demonstrates Meituan’s capabilities in the AI field but, more importantly, provides developers with a genuinely practical free AI tool. ...

After months of testing various AI models with Claude Code - from my positive experiences with DeepSeek v3.1 and GLM-4.5 to the frustrating encounter with Qwen3-Coder-Plus - I’ve developed a practical solution for developers who want to easily access multiple AI providers through a unified interface. I’m excited to share this multi-model launcher. This isn’t just another configuration - it’s a streamlined approach that addresses the core challenges I faced when working with different models. ...

Introduction As an AI enthusiast and developer, I’m always exploring ways to integrate powerful tools into my workflow. My primary coding assistant, Claude Code, is already configured with several models, including DeepSeek and GLM. In the spirit of endless tinkering, I decided to see how the much-talked-about Kimi large model from Moonshot AI would perform. This article chronicles my experience integrating the Kimi-k2 model into Claude Code, from initial setup to real-world usage and my final thoughts. ...

After testing Qwen3-Coder-Plus from Alibaba Cloud with Claude Code, I discovered serious issues: poor code comprehension, 2x token billing discrepancies, and incompetent support responses that made this the worst AI coding assistant experience.

I explored Zhipu AI’s GLM-4.5 integration with Claude Code. With 20M free tokens and competitive pricing, it offers a compelling alternative, though with performance comparable to DeepSeek v3.1 despite marketing claims.