Pick the right Chinese AI model with real, dated data — and stop overpaying.
Free: Meridalo Red Handbook Vol.01 — run DeepSeek, Qwen, Kimi & GLM from anywhere (31 pages, verified 2026-10-15)
Pricing, API setup, access from outside China and limits — sourced from official provider pages and dated.
The China Model Playbook (coming soon)
A deeper PDF guide (English) covering:
- Pricing comparison — official per-token pricing of major Chinese models, dated "as of" the edition date.
- API setup — accounts, API keys and first requests for DeepSeek, Qwen (Alibaba Cloud Model Studio), Kimi (Moonshot AI) and GLM (Zhipu AI).
- Access from outside China — international endpoints, payment options and sign-up requirements.
- Limits & caveats — rate limits, context windows, data-handling terms.
- Choosing a model — a checklist for matching models to tasks and budgets.
US$19 one-time, PDF — coming soon
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FAQ
Who is this for?
Developers, founders and teams outside China who want to evaluate or use Chinese AI models via their official APIs.
What format is the guide?
PDFs delivered by download link (free handbook: right after signup).
Are you affiliated with any model provider?
No. Meridalo is independent. We are not paid by the providers covered.
Are the prices guaranteed to be current?
No. We cite official sources with an "as of" date, but providers change prices often. Always confirm on the official pricing page before relying on a figure.
Will this make me money?
We make no income or savings guarantees. The guide is educational information to help you make your own decisions.
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Can I get a refund?
Yes — request within 14 days of purchase. See the Refund Policy.
How do I contact you?
Email meridalo@mail.grokbot.com or follow @ChinaModelDesk on X.