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GitHub Copilot Pricing (2026)

GitHub Copilot pricing, annual cost, agent-mode value, and how it compares with Cursor and Windsurf.

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GitHub Copilot
AI Code Assistant·$10/mo·Free (50 requests)

AI pair programmer with agent mode and Copilot Workspace for autonomous multi-file edits.

Usage limitsCreditsUnlimited completions; ~1,500 monthly AI Credits for chat and agentsapproximate, as of Aug 2026

What's included in GitHub Copilot Pro

  • 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

PeriodMonthly billingAnnual billing
1 month$10$8.33
3 months$30$24.99
6 months$60$49.98
12 months$120$99.96
Annual savingsSave $20.04/yr

Compare AI Code Assistant pricing

ToolMonthlyAnnualFree tierUsage limits
GitHub Copilot$10/mo$8.33/moYesUnlimited completions; ~1,500 monthly AI Credits for chat and agents
Cursor$20/mo$16/moYesUnlimited Tab completions; $20 monthly credit pool for premium models
Replit$20/mo$20/moYes$20 of monthly Agent credits; effort-based checkpoints draw them down
Bolt$25/mo$25/moYes10M tokens/month with no daily cap; unused tokens roll over
Lovable$25/mo$25/moYes100 monthly credits plus 5 daily credits (~250/mo effective)
v0$20/mo$20/moYes$20 of monthly generation credits; more can be purchased anytime
Windsurf$20/mo$20/moYesDaily/weekly agent quotas since Mar 2026; Tab autocomplete unlimited
Devin$20/mo$20/moNoAgent time metered in ACUs (~15 min each); overage billed per ACU
Zed$20/mo$20/moYes$10/month of included AI token credits; editor itself is free
Trae$10/mo$10/moYesToken-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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