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- Published: 2026-05-14 08:38:54
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What's Changing in GitHub Copilot Plans
GitHub Copilot is updating its individual subscription lineup starting June 1st, moving to a usage-based billing model. After hearing user feedback about whether included usage would be sufficient for longer agent runs, multi-step tasks, and more powerful models, the company now introduces flex allotments for Pro and Pro+ subscribers, and a brand new Max plan for high-volume users. The core pricing for Pro and Pro+ remains unchanged, but subscribers automatically receive additional usage credits at no extra cost.
Individual Plan Details Post–June 1
The lineup now spans Free, Pro, Pro+, and Max, all with usage-based billing. The Free tier continues to include a limited number of code completions per month, plus restricted chat and agent usage in auto mode.
For paid plans, monthly included usage consists of two components:
- Base credits: Equivalent to your subscription price, these remain fixed.
- Flex allotment: Variable additional usage on top of your base; this amount may change over time based on AI economics.
Plan Pricing and Included Usage (as of June 1, 2026)
| Plan | Price | Base | Flex | Total included usage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pro | $10/month | $10 | $5 | $15 |
| Pro+ | $39/month | $39 | $31 | $70 |
| Max | $100/month | $100 | $100 | $200 |
How the New Billing Model Works
Your base credits are consumed first each month. Once those run out, the flex allotment kicks in automatically—no configuration needed. All usage is metered at the same rates across your IDE, github.com, and CLI. Your dashboard shows how much is available and how much you've used. If you exceed your total included amount, you can purchase additional usage on demand and keep working without interruption.
Importantly, code completions and next edit suggestions remain unlimited on all paid plans and do not consume any credits.
Why the Flex Allotment Can Change
The flex allotment is designed to adapt as AI economics evolve—model pricing, new model capabilities, and efficiency improvements may cause it to increase or decrease. In contrast, your base credits (equal to your subscription price) never change, providing a stable baseline of included usage.
What You Need to Do
Nothing. If you're currently on a monthly Pro or Pro+ plan, the additional flex allotment will land automatically on June 1 when you transition to usage-based billing. For more information, refer to the official documentation.
Key Takeaways
- Same price for Pro and Pro+, with added flex usage at no extra cost.
- New Max plan ($100/month) for sustained high-volume Copilot usage.
- Unlimited code completions and next edit suggestions remain on paid plans.
- Flex allotment is variable; base credits are fixed.
- Automatic migration for existing monthly subscribers.
This restructuring ensures that as AI capabilities grow, Copilot users have the flexibility to keep up without sudden changes to their budget or workflow.