Continue vs GitHub Copilot

2026 latest pricing, features & free plan comparison

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Continue

Continue.dev

Open-source AI coding assistant. Connect any LLM model in VS Code or JetBrains.

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GitHub Copilot

GitHub / Microsoft

🏆 Highest Rated

AI coding assistant by GitHub and Microsoft. Works as a plugin across all major IDEs.

SpecificationContinueGitHub Copilot
PriceCompletely free (open source)Free / $10/mo (Individual) / $19/mo (Business)
Free Plan
API Support
Web Search
File Upload
Image Generation
Voice Support
Coding Support
Mobile App
Context WindowVaries by modelVaries by model
Recommended ForSecurity-conscious developers, open source enthusiastsDevelopers, open source contributors, enterprises
CompanyContinue.devGitHub / Microsoft
Release Date2023-05-012021-06-29
Rating
4.3
4.5

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Continue Key Features

  • Fully open source
  • Connect any LLM
  • Local model support
  • VS Code plugin
  • JetBrains plugin
  • Code autocomplete
  • Chat feature
  • Custom configuration

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GitHub Copilot Key Features

  • Multi-IDE support
  • Copilot Chat
  • Code autocomplete
  • GitHub Actions integration
  • Copilot Workspace
  • Auto PR review
  • Security vulnerability detection
  • Multi-language support

Our Verdict

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Choose Continue if:

  • You fit the profile: Security-conscious developers, open source enthusiasts
Try Free
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Choose GitHub Copilot if:

  • You fit the profile: Developers, open source contributors, enterprises
Try Free

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