AI coding · Head to head
GitHub Copilot vs Devin: which is better?
Short answer
Devin costs less in the first year ($600 vs $240). Pick GitHub Copilot for IDE autocomplete and agents inside GitHub; pick Devin for autonomous cloud coding agent.
| Fact | GitHub Copilot | Devin | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | IDE autocomplete and agents inside GitHub | Autonomous cloud coding agent | — |
| Free plan | Yes, limited chat and agent usage | Yes, light quota, unlimited Tab | Tie |
| Entry plan | Pro: $10 / seat / mo | Pro: $20 / mo | — |
| Mid plan | Pro+: $39 / seat / mo | Max: $200 / mo | — |
| Top plan | Max: $100 / seat / mo | Max: $200 / mo | — |
| 1st year | $600 | $240 | Devin |
| Platforms | Web, Chrome extension, API, macOS, Windows, Linux | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux | GitHub Copilot |
Edge = the better published number or limit; we do not test the tools hands-on.
Which has the better free plan, GitHub Copilot or Devin?
Neither stands out: GitHub Copilot: Yes, limited chat and agent usage; Devin: Yes, light quota, unlimited Tab.
Should you pick GitHub Copilot or Devin?
Pick GitHub Copilot if
- you want IDE autocomplete and agents inside GitHub
- the free plan is enough (limited chat and agent usage)
Pick Devin if
- you want autonomous cloud coding agent
- the free plan is enough (light quota, unlimited Tab)
Sources
| Vendor page | URL | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| GitHub Copilot pricing | github.com/features/copilot/plans | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Devin pricing | devin.ai/pricing | 27 Oct 2026 |
Prices in USD as published by each vendor, billed yearly where offered. How we compare