GLM Coding Team Plan vs Microsoft 365 Copilot Business
From $88/seat/mo vs $21/seat/mo billed annually: choose by included models and usage limits. API usage is separate.
| Compare | GLM Coding Team Plan | Microsoft 365 Copilot Business |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly USD | From $88/seat/mo | $21/seat/mo billed annually |
| Included models | GLM-5.3, GLM Coding Flash (GLM-5.3-Flash) | Microsoft 365 Copilot |
| Billing | monthly-or-yearly-per-seat | annual-or-month-to-month |
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· Updated 2026-11-02
Which one should you pick?
Pick GLM Coding Team Plan if you want
- GLM-5.3 as your main model
- coding agent
Pick Microsoft 365 Copilot Business if you want
- Microsoft 365 Copilot as your main model
- deep research
- office & app integrations
Based on listed plan terms; check usage limits before upgrading.
| Attribute | GLM Coding Team Plan | Microsoft 365 Copilot Business |
|---|---|---|
| Price | From $88/seat/mo | $21/seat/mo billed annually |
| Best for | Coding teams on GLM | Adding Copilot to M365 Business |
| Usage | 15,000 credits / 5 h | Everyday chat included |
| Billing | monthly-or-yearly-per-seat | annual-or-month-to-month |
| Audience | business | business |
| Models | GLM-5.3, GLM Coding Flash (GLM-5.3-Flash) | Microsoft 365 Copilot |
| Key perks | Minimum 2 seats; Premium seat $188/mo; Per-member keys | Add-on only; $18 promo to Dec 2026; Researcher & Analyst |
| Context window | Not fixed per plan | Not fixed per plan |
| Deep research | Not listed | Yes |
| Coding agent | Yes | Not listed |
| Office & app integrations | Not listed | Yes |
| Team admin & SSO | Yes | Yes |
| Verified | Price 2026-11-02 · models 2026-11-02 | Price 2026-11-02 · models 2026-11-02 |
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Usage limits in full
- GLM Coding Team Plan
- One self-service Team subscription with Standard or Premium seats; minimum 2 seats. Mixed seat types are not supported. Standard: 15,000 credits per five hours and 66,000 weekly credits per seat, $88/seat/month or $950.4/seat/year; Premium: 35,000 credits per five hours and 155,000 weekly credits per seat, $188/seat/month or $2030.4/seat/year. Monthly or annual billing; annual fees equal twelve displayed annual monthly equivalents. Each member has a dedicated Team Plan key and independent quota. Optional on-demand overage is separately billed; current documentation advertises 10% off model API list prices for a limited time, with no expiry specified. Seat additions are prorated; reductions wait until the next cycle. Switching Standard to Premium during a cycle is not currently supported.
- Microsoft 365 Copilot Business
- Add-on only: requires an existing eligible Microsoft 365 Business subscription. $21/user/month with annual commitment ($252/user/year); month-to-month $25.2/user/month. $18.00/user/month first-year annual promotion runs 2026-07-01 through 2026-12-31, excludes trials and cannot be combined with other offers. Subscriptions auto-renew. Everyday chat and Copilot in apps are included; advanced experiences including Cowork, Code, Autopilot and Work IQ APIs are usage-billed beyond license fees. Teams license required for Teams features. No specific API model SKU or numerical usage quota is promised.
Everything each plan lists
Only in GLM Coding Team Plan
- +GLM-5.3 and GLM-5.3-Flash
- +centralized seat and permission management
- +team analytics and usage dashboard
- +centralized billing and invoicing
- +data not used for model training by default
- +optional on-demand usage overage with per-member budgets
- +Premium seats: early flagship access and peak-hour priority
Only in Microsoft 365 Copilot Business
- +Copilot in Microsoft 365 apps
- +work data grounding
- +model choice
- +Researcher and Analyst
- +enterprise data protection
- +management and analytics
- +eligible Microsoft 365 Business subscription required
How to decide
Picking between GLM Coding Team Plan and Microsoft 365 Copilot Business usually comes down to three things: which models you want access to, how much you'll actually use, and what ecosystem you already live in. Still unsure? The Subscription vs API calculator tells you the break-even usage where pay-as-you-go API access would be cheaper than either subscription.
Frequently asked questions
What is the price difference between GLM Coding Team Plan and Microsoft 365 Copilot Business?
GLM Coding Team Plan is priced at From $88/seat/mo and Microsoft 365 Copilot Business at $21/seat/mo billed annually. Pricing structures differ, so compare the table above for a like-for-like view.
Which AI models are included with GLM Coding Team Plan vs Microsoft 365 Copilot Business?
GLM Coding Team Plan bundles GLM-5.3, GLM Coding Flash (GLM-5.3-Flash). Microsoft 365 Copilot Business bundles Microsoft 365 Copilot. The model lineup is usually the most important factor — pick the plan whose flagship models match the work you actually do.
Is GLM Coding Team Plan or Microsoft 365 Copilot Business better value for power users?
It depends on usage. Use the Subscription vs API calculator to see at what monthly usage level either plan beats pay-as-you-go API access.
Can I switch between GLM Coding Team Plan and Microsoft 365 Copilot Business?
Check each provider's billing terms before switching. Monthly, annual and per-seat commitments can differ; cancellation usually stops renewal rather than refunding the current period.