Side-by-side comparison
Laguna M.1 (free) vs GLM 4.5 Air (free)
| Laguna M.1 (free) | GLM 4.5 Air (free) | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Poolside | Z.ai |
| Context window Maximum tokens (input + output) the model can process in a single request. Glossary → | 131,072 | 131,072 |
| Capabilities Optional capabilities the model advertises: vision (images), tools (function calling), json_mode (structured output). | tools | tools |
| Input $ / 1M tokens Cost for tokens you send (prompt + context). Cheaper side highlighted. Glossary → | 0.0000 | 0.0000 |
| Output $ / 1M tokens Cost for tokens the model generates. Output is normally 3–5× pricier than input. Glossary → | 0.0000 | 0.0000 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Laguna M.1 (free) or GLM 4.5 Air (free)?
Laguna M.1 (free) is cheaper than GLM 4.5 Air (free) on a 50/50 input/output blend by about $0 per 1M tokens. Exact savings depend on your input-vs-output ratio — use the cost calculator on this page for a workload-specific estimate.
What is the difference between Laguna M.1 (free) and GLM 4.5 Air (free)?
Laguna M.1 (free) comes from Poolside; GLM 4.5 Air (free) comes from Z.ai. They differ in pricing, context window, and supported capabilities — see the side-by-side table on this page for the exact figures, refreshed nightly.