GitHub Copilot vs Claude
Which tool is right for you?
Quick Verdict
Choose GitHub Copilot if:
You need developers or teams
Choose Claude if:
You need developers or writers
Feature Comparison
| Feature | GitHub Copilot | Claude |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Starting price | $10/mo | Custom |
| G2 Rating | 4.5/5 | 4.6/5 |
| API Available |
Pricing Comparison
Monthly Cost by Team Size
* Pricing estimates based on standard paid plans. Actual costs may vary.
GitHub Copilot
Pros
- Best in class
- IDE integration
- Constantly improving
- Context aware
Cons
- Subscription cost
- Can suggest wrong code
- Privacy concerns
Claude
Pros
- Long context (200K)
- Great at coding
- Safe & helpful
- Artifacts feature
Cons
- No real-time data
- Rate limits
- Can be verbose