GitHub Copilot alternatives

GitHub Copilot: AI pair programmer from GitHub for VS Code, JetBrains and other editors.

GitHub Copilot is affordable, but developers want agents that make bigger changes on their own. These coding tools range from AI editors to terminal agents.

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6 alternatives to GitHub Copilot

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    Tabnine

    Tabnine can run privately on your own servers, which matters for companies with strict code policies.

    • Freemium
    • Mac, Windows, Linux
    • Made in Israel
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  6. Zed logo

    Zed

    Zed is a very fast open-source editor with AI features built in.

    • Freemium
    • Mac, Windows, Linux
    • Made in United States
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GitHub Copilot alternatives compared

Product Pricing Platforms Made in
Cursor Freemium Mac, Windows, Linux United States
Claude Code Paid Web, Mac, Windows, Linux United States
Codex Paid Web, Mac, Windows, Linux United States
Windsurf Freemium Mac, Windows, Linux United States
Tabnine Freemium Mac, Windows, Linux Israel
Zed Freemium Mac, Windows, Linux United States

GitHub Copilot alternatives: frequently asked questions

What are the best alternatives to GitHub Copilot?

Popular alternatives to GitHub Copilot are Cursor, Claude Code and Codex. You can compare their pricing, platforms and the country they're made in on this page.

Is there a free alternative to GitHub Copilot?

Yes. Cursor, Windsurf and Tabnine have a free plan.

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