GitHub Copilot is an AI coding assistant that works inside your code editor, your terminal and on GitHub.com. It suggests code as you type, answers questions about your codebase in chat, and in agent mode can plan and edit across multiple files. Its cloud agent can even take an assigned issue and open a pull request for you to review.
Key features
- Inline suggestions that complete lines and whole functions as you type.
- Chat and agent mode in your editor and CLI, with MCP server support and custom instructions.
- Cloud agent: assign work and let Copilot create pull requests (Pro and above).
- Code review on pull requests and file diffs (Pro and above).
- Model choice: pick from models by Anthropic, OpenAI, Google, xAI, Microsoft and others.
- Copilot Spaces to give Copilot shared context, plus a public code filter.
GitHub Copilot pricing
| Plan | Price | AI credits per month | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Limited | 2,000 inline suggestions, limited chat and agent use |
| Pro | $10/month | $15 (incl. $5 flex) | Unlimited inline suggestions, code review, cloud agent |
| Pro+ | $39/month | $70 (incl. $31 flex) | Everything in Pro plus delegation to third-party agents |
| Max | $100/month | $200 (incl. $100 flex) | Highest usage allowance |
Copilot measures chat and agent usage in GitHub AI Credits (1 credit equals $0.01). Paid plans can buy additional credits. Organizations can choose separate business plans with central billing and admin controls.
Who should use GitHub Copilot?
Copilot is a strong choice for any developer, from students to large engineering teams, especially if your code already lives on GitHub. Start on the free plan and upgrade to Pro when you hit the limits.
GitHub Copilot vs alternatives
Copilot competes with AI-first code editors and other coding assistants. Compare it with the rest of our AI for Coding tools. For documentation and planning alongside your code, many teams also use Notion AI. Also compare Cursor, Claude Code and Replit.
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Frequently asked questions
Is GitHub Copilot free?
Yes. Copilot Free costs nothing and includes 2,000 inline suggestions per month plus limited chat and agent usage.
How much is GitHub Copilot Pro?
Copilot Pro costs $10 per month and includes unlimited inline suggestions, code review, the cloud agent and $15 worth of AI credits.
Which AI models can I use in Copilot?
Copilot lets you choose from models by Anthropic, OpenAI, Google, xAI, Microsoft and other providers.
What are GitHub AI Credits?
Credits measure chat and agent usage. One credit equals $0.01, and each paid plan includes a monthly allowance.
