GitHub Copilot Pricing (2026)
Full breakdown of GitHub Copilot plans, costs, and what you get at each tier. See how it compares to other AI code assistant tools.
GitHub Copilot pricing
AI Code AssistantChecked Aug 2026- Pro$10/monthor $8.33/month billed yearly
Free option: Free (50 requests).
Usage limits are approximate. Credits: Unlimited completions; ~1,500 monthly AI Credits for chat and agents
What it covers
AI pair programmer with agent mode and Copilot Workspace for autonomous multi-file edits.
- Agent mode for autonomous edits
- Copilot Workspace for issue-to-PR
- Multi-model support (Claude, GPT, Gemini)
- Code review and PR summaries
- Works in VS Code, JetBrains, Neovim
Cost projections
| Period | Monthly billing | Annual billing |
|---|---|---|
| 1 month | $10 | $8.33 |
| 3 months | $30 | $24.99 |
| 6 months | $60 | $49.98 |
| 12 months | $120 | $99.96 |
| Annual savings | Save $20.04/yr |
Compare AI Code Assistant pricing
| Tool | Monthly | Annual | Free tier | Usage limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GitHub Copilot | $10/month | $8.33/month | Yes | Unlimited completions; ~1,500 monthly AI Credits for chat and agents |
| Cursor | $20/month | $16/month | Yes | Unlimited Tab completions; $20 monthly credit pool for premium models |
| Replit | $20/month | $20/month | Yes | $20 of monthly Agent credits; effort-based checkpoints draw them down |
| Bolt | $25/month | $25/month | Yes | 10M tokens/month with no daily cap; unused tokens roll over |
| Lovable | $25/month | $25/month | Yes | 100 monthly credits plus 5 daily credits (~250/mo effective) |
| v0 | $20/month | $20/month | Yes | $20 of monthly generation credits; more can be purchased anytime |
| Windsurf | $20/month | $20/month | Yes | Daily/weekly agent quotas since Mar 2026; Tab autocomplete unlimited |
| Devin | $20/month | $20/month | No | Agent time metered in ACUs (~15 min each); overage billed per ACU |
| Zed | $20/month | $20/month | Yes | $10/month of included AI token credits; editor itself is free |
| Trae | $10/month | $10/month | Yes | Token-based AI usage with a monthly allowance; exact allotment varies |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does GitHub Copilot cost?
GitHub Copilot Pro starts at $10/mo (or ~$8.33/mo billed annually). It includes agent mode for autonomous edits, Copilot Workspace for issue-to-PR workflows, and multi-model support across VS Code, JetBrains, and Neovim.
Is GitHub Copilot free?
Yes, GitHub Copilot offers a free plan with limited monthly AI usage. Active developers will benefit from the Pro plan, which includes unlimited code completions plus a monthly AI Credits allowance for chat, agent mode, and premium models.
What is GitHub Copilot agent mode?
Agent mode lets Copilot autonomously make multi-file edits, run terminal commands, and iterate on code changes inside VS Code. It is included in the Pro plan at $10/mo and makes Copilot comparable to standalone AI coding tools.
How does Copilot pricing compare to Cursor and Windsurf?
GitHub Copilot is the most affordable at $10/mo. Windsurf Pro and Cursor Pro are each $20/mo. Copilot is an extension for your existing editor, while Cursor and Windsurf are standalone AI-native IDEs with deeper integration.
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