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    {
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        "content": "in%20vs%20code%2C%20what%20models%20are%20available%20via%20github%20copilot%20free%20vs%20%2410%20monthly%20github%20copilot%20subscription%3F"
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        "content": "Here\u2019s a breakdown of what models are available in GitHub Copilot for **Free** vs **Pro ($10/month)** plans in Visual Studio Code, based on the latest public documentation and announcements (~as of early 2026). If you're using VS Code, some key mode features differ, but I\u2019ll try to clarify those too.\n\n---\n\n## Key Definitions\n\n- **Free plan**: GitHub Copilot Free for individuals with limited usage \u2014 includes requests, completions, and model options. No paid subscription. ([github.com](https://github.com/features/copilot/plans?utm_source=openai))  \n- **Pro plan ($10/month)**: The standard paid tier \u2014 gives expanded access: more completions, more premium models, fewer restrictions. ([github.com](https://github.com/features/copilot/plans?utm_source=openai))  \n- **Premium requests**: Special usage units that allow access to certain models or features (agent mode, advanced models). Free tier gets fewer; Pro gets more. ([github.com](https://github.com/features/copilot/plans?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## What Models Are Supported Overall\n\nGitHub lists a number of AI models from providers like OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and others. Some models are \u201cGenerally Available (GA)\u201d, some in preview. ([docs.github.com](https://docs.github.com/copilot/using-github-copilot/ai-models/supported-ai-models-in-copilot?utm_source=openai))\n\nHere are some key models currently supported:\n\n- GPT-4.1 (OpenAI) \u2014 GA ([docs.github.com](https://docs.github.com/copilot/using-github-copilot/ai-models/supported-ai-models-in-copilot?utm_source=openai))  \n- GPT-5 mini, GPT-5.1, GPT-5.2, and Codex variants (OpenAI) \u2014 GA / some in public preview. ([docs.github.com](https://docs.github.com/copilot/using-github-copilot/ai-models/supported-ai-models-in-copilot?utm_source=openai))  \n- Claude Haiku 4.5 (Anthropic) \u2014 GA ([docs.github.com](https://docs.github.com/copilot/using-github-copilot/ai-models/supported-ai-models-in-copilot?utm_source=openai))  \n- Claude Sonnet 4/4.5 \u2014 GA ([docs.github.com](https://docs.github.com/copilot/using-github-copilot/ai-models/supported-ai-models-in-copilot?utm_source=openai))  \n- Claude Opus 4.5 \u2014 GA ([docs.github.com](https://docs.github.com/copilot/using-github-copilot/ai-models/supported-ai-models-in-copilot?utm_source=openai))  \n- Gemini 2.5 Pro (Google) \u2014 GA for premium tiers. ([windowscentral.com](https://www.windowscentral.com/artificial-intelligence/microsoft-adds-googles-gemini-2-5-pro-to-github-copilot-but-only-if-you-pay?utm_source=openai))  \n- Gemini 3 Pro / Flash \u2014 in preview or public preview depending on plan. ([docs.github.com](https://docs.github.com/copilot/using-github-copilot/ai-models/supported-ai-models-in-copilot?utm_source=openai))  \n\nSome models have been retired or deprecated. For example, older Claude Sonnet 3.7, Claude Opus 4.1, and Gemini 2.0 Flash are being phased out. ([itpro.com](https://www.itpro.com/software/development/github-copilot-ai-model-deprecation-openai-anthropic-google?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## Model Access: Free vs Pro\n\nHere\u2019s how model access differs between the Free plan vs. the Pro ($10/month) plan:\n\n| Feature | Copilot Free | Copilot Pro (paid) |\n|---|---|---|\n| **Completions** | Limited: 2,000 completions/month. ([techcrunch.com](https://techcrunch.com/2024/12/18/github-launches-a-free-version-of-its-copilot/?utm_source=openai)) | Unlimited completions. ([github.com](https://github.com/features/copilot/plans?utm_source=openai)) |\n| **Chat / Agent mode requests** | 50 per month. ([github.com](https://github.com/features/copilot/plans?utm_source=openai)) | Unlimited chats/agent mode. ([github.com](https://github.com/features/copilot/plans?utm_source=openai)) |\n| **Premium requests** | None or very limited. Some features restricted. ([github.com](https://github.com/features/copilot/plans?utm_source=openai)) | 300 premium requests/month are included. ([github.com](https://github.com/features/copilot/plans?utm_source=openai)) |\n| **Available models** | Basic or mid-tier models: e.g. GPT-4.1, Claude Haiku 4.5 etc.; preview or older models only. Some latest premium models are locked. ([techcrunch.com](https://techcrunch.com/2024/12/18/github-launches-a-free-version-of-its-copilot/?utm_source=openai)) | Access to newest and more powerful models: GPT-5 mini, Gemini 2.5 Pro, Sonnet / Opus variants, etc. ([docs.github.com](https://docs.github.com/copilot/using-github-copilot/ai-models/supported-ai-models-in-copilot?utm_source=openai)) |\n\n---\n\n## Specifics: Which Models Free Can Use, vs Which You Get By Paying\n\n- **Free** users get **Haiku 4.5**, **GPT-4.1**, and \u201cother base models.\u201d These are sufficient for many tasks, but tend to be slower or less capable in edge cases involving complex codebases or large context. ([github.com](https://github.com/features/copilot/plans?utm_source=openai))  \n- **Free** users are restricted from accessing some \u201cpremium\u201d models \u2014 e.g. **Gemini 2.5 Pro**, **GPT-5 mini**, some Sonnet/Opus releases. Those are reserved for Pro/Pro+. ([windowscentral.com](https://www.windowscentral.com/artificial-intelligence/microsoft-adds-googles-gemini-2-5-pro-to-github-copilot-but-only-if-you-pay?utm_source=openai))  \n- **Pro** provides the unlocked access: **unlimited completions**, **expanded premium requests**, and access to cutting-edge models for more demanding or specialized development work. ([github.com](https://github.com/features/copilot/plans?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## In Visual Studio Code: How It Works There\n\nWhen using Copilot inside VS Code:\n\n- You can pick between models via the **model picker**, depending on plan. Free plan gets fewer options in that picker. ([docs.github.com](https://docs.github.com/copilot/using-github-copilot/ai-models/supported-ai-models-in-copilot?utm_source=openai))  \n- There\u2019s an **Auto** mode which selects the \u201cbest available\u201d model at a given time, balancing availability and performance; Auto mode is available to all plans, but the quality of the models Auto picks reflects what\u2019s allowed under your subscription. ([github.blog](https://github.blog/changelog/2025-09-14-auto-model-selection-for-copilot-in-vs-code-in-public-preview?utm_source=openai))  \n- Premium models usage in chat/agent mode deducts from your premium request budget. Once those are used up, you may not be able to access premium models until the budget resets (unless you upgrade or buy more). ([github.com](https://github.com/features/copilot/plans?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\nIf you like, I can list exactly which models *you* have access to based on your GitHub account (Free vs Pro) to see the differences directly. Do you want me to check that for you?"
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