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Continue vs GitHub Copilot

Both are code assistant tools. Here is what separates them.

ContinueGitHub Copilot
What it isAn open-source assistant for VS Code and JetBrains that you point at whichever model you want, including local ones.AI pair programmer that helps you write code faster with intelligent suggestions right in your IDE.
CategoryCode AssistantCode Assistant
PricingFree · Free · self-hostedPaid · $10-$39/mo
How it billsFreeFlat monthly
Free tierYesNo
RatingNot yet rated4.6 from 11,200 reviews
Features
  • Works with hosted or local models
  • VS Code and JetBrains extensions
  • Configuration as a file in your repo
  • Custom context providers
  • No telemetry by default
  • Real-time code completion
  • Chat-based assistance
  • Multi-file editing
  • Test generation
  • Code explanation
  • Vulnerability detection
  • PR summaries
  • CLI assistance
What works
  • Code never has to leave your machine
  • No subscription
  • Model choice is entirely yours
  • Massive productivity boost
  • Multi-language support
  • Excellent IDE integration
  • Learns from your codebase
  • Active development
What does not
  • Requires setup and a model to point at
  • Quality depends on what you connect
  • Fewer conveniences than commercial editors
  • Requires subscription
  • Occasional incorrect suggestions
  • Privacy concerns with code
  • Can slow down IDE
  • Variable quality by language

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