GitHub Copilot vs Windsurf (Devin): prices compared
In Germany, the cheapest personal plan costs US$11.90 (Pro) at GitHub Copilot and US$23.80 (Pro) at Windsurf (Devin) per month incl. VAT (as of 29 October 2026).
- GitHub Copilot from
- US$11.90Pro · Germany
- Windsurf (Devin) from
- US$23.80Pro · Germany
- Cheaper
- GitHub CopilotUS$11.90 per month less than Windsurf (Devin)
- Choose GitHub Copilot if you …
- want to stay in your usual editor and use GitHub
- Choose Windsurf (Devin) if you …
- are looking for a beginner-friendly AI editor with an agent
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| Plan | Germany | Austria | Switzerland |
|---|---|---|---|
| GitHub Copilot Pro | US$11.90*per month | US$12.00*per month | US$10.81*per month |
| GitHub Copilot Pro+ | US$46.41*per month | US$46.80*per month | US$42.16*per month |
| GitHub Copilot Max | US$119.00*per month | US$120.00*per month | US$108.10*per month |
| Windsurf (Devin) Pro | US$23.80*per month | US$24.00*per month | US$21.62*per month |
| Windsurf (Devin) Max | US$238.00*per month | US$240.00*per month | US$216.20*per month |
* The provider lists prices excluding VAT – we added the tax rate the provider states.
Verdict: GitHub Copilot or Windsurf (Devin)?
Cheapest entry in Germany: GitHub Copilot from US$11.90 a month (Windsurf (Devin): from US$23.80).
Choose GitHub Copilot if you want to stay in your usual editor and use GitHub.
Strengths
- Plugin for VS Code, JetBrains and many more
- Tightly integrated with GitHub (pull requests, issues)
- Low-cost entry
Weaknesses
- Agent features partly locked behind pricier tiers
- Less in-depth than dedicated AI editors
Choose Windsurf (Devin) if you are looking for a beginner-friendly AI editor with an agent.
Strengths
- Beginner-friendly agent
- Plugins for JetBrains and many other IDEs too
- Fixed allowance instead of credits – easier to plan
Weaknesses
- Part of Cognition (Devin) since late 2025, brand in transition
- Smaller ecosystem than Cursor
Editorial assessment, not manufacturer information. Prices checked automatically on 29 October 2026.