GitHub Copilot vs GitHub Copilot
GitHub Copilot is free for verified students and offers inline AI completions in VS Code. Cursor is an AI-first editor with a generous free tier that includes chat and code generation.
| Feature | GitHub Copilot | GitHub Copilot |
|---|---|---|
| Category | AI | AI |
| Value | $100/year | $100/year |
| Audiences | students, opensource | students, opensource |
| Steps to Claim | 3 steps | 3 steps |
Which Should You Choose?
Students should start with Copilot (completely free). Try Cursor's free tier if you want an integrated AI-first editing experience.
