GitHub Copilot

GitHub Copilot vs Cursor: which should I choose?

GitHub Copilot is better for developers who want seamless inline suggestions inside their existing editor workflow, especially in VS Code or JetBrains. Cursor is better for developers who want a full AI-native IDE experience with multi-file editing, natural language refactoring, and an agent mode that can autonomously make changes across your project. If you're used to VS Code and want minimal disruption, start with Copilot.

How does Codeium compare to GitHub Copilot?

Codeium offers a generous free tier with unlimited completions, making it the top choice for developers who don't want to pay. GitHub Copilot has a deeper integration with GitHub repositories and slightly better context awareness of large codebases. Codeium supports 70+ languages and most major IDEs, while Copilot's quality edge is most noticeable in complex TypeScript and Python projects with rich type information.

Is my code sent to the cloud when I use GitHub Copilot?

Yes — GitHub Copilot sends snippets of your current file and surrounding context to GitHub's servers to generate completions. GitHub's enterprise plan offers additional controls, including the ability to exclude certain repositories. For individual and team plans, your code is transmitted to and processed on GitHub/Microsoft servers. Review the GitHub Copilot privacy documentation for full details on data retention.

How much does GitHub Copilot cost?

GitHub Copilot Individual costs $10/month or $100/year. Copilot Business is $19/user/month and adds organization-wide policy controls. Copilot Enterprise is $39/user/month and includes codebase indexing and enhanced context. There is a free tier (Copilot Free) that provides 2,000 completions and 50 chat messages per month — enough to evaluate the tool before committing to a paid plan.