Continue vs Copilot
Last updated March 25, 2026
Continue is free open-source supporting any LLM including local models. Copilot is the market leader at $10 per month with best-in-class completion. Choose Continue for open-source flexibility and local models. Choose Copilot for best completion quality and ecosystem.
Continue
Open-source AI code assistant that connects any LLM to your IDE for customizable AI coding
4.2/5
Best for: Developers who want open-source AI coding with the flexibility to use any AI model including local ones
- Pricing
- Free (open-source)
- Starting Price
- Free
Pros
- Free and open-source
- Any model including local
- Highly customizable
- Active community
Cons
- Requires setup and configuration
- Quality depends on model chosen
- Less polished than commercial tools
- Documentation could improve
GitHub Copilot
AI pair programmer that suggests code completions, entire functions, and natural language to code translations in your IDE
4.5/5
Best for: Professional developers who want the most widely adopted AI code assistant with deep GitHub and IDE integration
- Pricing
- Per user
- Starting Price
- $10/month (Individual)
Pros
- Most widely adopted AI coding tool
- Excellent code completion quality
- Deep GitHub integration
- Free for students and OSS
Cons
- $19/user for Business adds up for teams
- Can suggest insecure or copyrighted code
- Requires internet connection
- Privacy concerns with code telemetry
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Continue | GitHub Copilot |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing Model | Free (open-source) | Per user |
| Starting Price | Free | $10/month (Individual) |
| Rating | 4.2/5 | 4.5/5 |
| Key Features | 8 features | 8 features |
| Integrations | 7 integrations | 7 integrations |