Use any model with Cline
Cline's provider settings accept any OpenAI-compatible endpoint. With CompanyFabric behind it you can run the agent loop on a frontier model and route bulk sub-tasks to a cheap tier, all on one metered balance.
Step by step
Setup
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In Cline settings, choose 'OpenAI Compatible' as the provider and set:
Base URL: https://api.companyfabric.com/v1 API Key: <your CompanyFabric key> Model ID: anthropic/claude-sonnet-5-5 - 2
Optional: configure a cheaper model for Cline's 'plan' vs 'act' modes to cut cost per task.
Recommended
Models that shine in Cline
Claude Sonnet 5.5
$2/Mtok inAnthropic
The fast Claude 5.5: near-Opus coding and knowledge work, 30%+ faster than Sonnet 5, at half Opus 5.5's price.
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Kimi K3
$3/Mtok inMoonshot AI
Agentic coding model with strong multi-step tool use.
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Gemini 3 Flash (preview)
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Which model is the best value for Cline?
Claude Sonnet 4.6 for the act loop; Kimi K3 is the open-weights alternative at a fraction of the price. Switching is a dropdown, not a migration.
One key. Every model. Exact prices.
One key gives Cline the whole library. Free starter credits included, no subscription required.