GitHub Copilot

AI & Vibe Coding

GitHub Copilot assists software development through code suggestions, chat, and coding agents across IDEs, the command line, and GitHub. Organization plans add centrally managed licenses and policies.

4.5/5(50)CapterraFree plan available
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Last checked: September 9, 2026

GitHub Copilot desktop app showing a unified workspace for managing repositories, coding sessions, issues, and AI-assisted development workflows.

Our Take

Copilot is a practical choice for developers already reviewing and shipping work through GitHub.

Best for:
Solo usersSmall teamsGrowing businesses
Best use case: Adding AI coding help to an existing GitHub development workflow.

Fits individual developers and software teams that review generated code.

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Copilot is a practical choice for developers already reviewing and shipping work through GitHub. Its strength is fitting assistance into existing development surfaces. The subscription is not an unlimited allowance for every model or agent task, so compare real usage rather than counting prompts. Organization plans matter when a company needs control over licenses and policies. Generated code still needs ordinary review and testing.

Strengths

  • Fits established GitHub workflows
  • Multiple development surfaces
  • Organization controls available

Tradeoffs

  • Advanced usage can add charges
  • Features differ by surface and plan
  • Generated changes require verification

Who it suits

  • Developers
  • Software teams

About GitHub Copilot

GitHub Copilot assists software development through code suggestions, chat, and coding agents across IDEs, the command line, and GitHub. Organization plans add centrally managed licenses and policies.

Pricing & Plans

Prices use the currency shown. Tax, usage limits and billing terms vary by provider.

Annual billing

Free

$0/mo

Free access for GitHub Copilot.

  • Limited AI allowance
  • 2,000 completions/month
Full plan details & limits

Free access for GitHub Copilot.

$0/month

    Student

    $0/mo

    Student access for GitHub Copilot.

    • Verified students only
    • Student AI allowance
    Full plan details & limits

    Student access for GitHub Copilot.

    $0/month

      Pro

      $10/mo

      Pro access for GitHub Copilot.

      • 1,500 total monthly AI credits
      • Paid coding features
      Full plan details & limits

      Pro access for GitHub Copilot.

      $10/month

        Pro+

        $39/mo

        Pro+ access for GitHub Copilot.

        • 7,000 total monthly AI credits
        • Premium model access
        Full plan details & limits

        Pro+ access for GitHub Copilot.

        $39/month

          More plans, volume options & API pricing (3)

          Max

          $100/mo

          Max access for GitHub Copilot.

          • 20,000 total monthly AI credits
          • Higher individual usage
          Full plan details & limits

          Max access for GitHub Copilot.

          $100/month

            Business

            $19/seat/mo

            Business access for GitHub Copilot.

            • 1,900 credits per licensed user
            • Central license and policy management
            Full plan details & limits

            Business access for GitHub Copilot.

            $19/month per seat

              Enterprise

              $39/seat/mo

              Enterprise access for GitHub Copilot.

              • 3,900 credits per licensed user
              • Enterprise Cloud capabilities
              Full plan details & limits

              Enterprise access for GitHub Copilot.

              $39/month per seat

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                Everything you need to know

                Explore more details about GitHub Copilot.

                FeaturesInline suggestions, Coding chat, CLI and app + more.
                • Inline suggestions
                • Coding chat
                • CLI and app
                • Agent workflows
                • Code review features
                • Organization policies
                RatingsCapterra: 4.5/5
                • CapterraGitHub Copilot4.5/5 · 50
                  Source Checked September 8, 2026

                Customer ratings from the linked platforms, separate from our recommendations. Scores and counts can change; each platform uses its own review process.

                Integrations & connectionsHow GitHub Copilot fits into your workflow

                GitHub, Supported IDEs, MCP

                Platforms & availabilityIDE extensions · Web · CLI · Desktop app

                Free plan: Available. Free trial: Not verified.

                Cost considerationsBilling, usage limits and additional fees

                USD monthly subscriptions. AI credits replaced premium-request billing in June 2026. Additional usage and applicable GitHub Actions costs are separate; model use affects consumption. Individual credit totals include the documented flex allocation.

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                Sources & Verification

                Checked September 9, 2026 · 3 sources · View sources

                Provider facts and pricing are separate from our editorial assessments.