Side by side
| Feature | Claude | GitHub Copilot |
|---|---|---|
| What it does | AI assistant by Anthropic for chat, writing, coding and research, used by individuals and teams. | AI coding assistant inside GitHub that helps developers write, review, and ship code faster. |
| Price from | 17 USD/mo | 4 USD/mo |
| Free plan | yes | trial |
| Platforms | web, ios, android, mac, windows, linux, api, chrome | web, api |
| API | yes | not stated |
Claude: key features
- Chat on web, iOS, Android and desktop
- Web search
- Memory across conversations
- Create files and execute code
- Projects to organize chats and documents
- Connectors and remote MCP for external tools
GitHub Copilot: key features
- AI code suggestions in the editor
- Copilot app that directs agents from issue to merge
- Code review management
- Code quality checks at merge
- Integration with GitHub Actions and Codespaces
- MCP Registry for connecting external tools
FAQ
Is Claude or GitHub Copilot better?
It depends on the job - compare prices, free plans and features in the table above.
Are Claude and GitHub Copilot free?
Claude: Yes, there is a free plan. Free plan: chat on web and apps, code generation and data visualization, writing, web search, memory, file creation and code execution, desktop extensions, connectors, extended thinking. Limited use, no payment required. GitHub Copilot: There is a free trial. Free GitHub plan with basic features; enterprise trial free for 30 days (bundle with Copilot, Enterprise, Advanced Security).