GitHub Copilot expands plans with flexible credits and a new Max tier

GitHub Copilot is rolling out significant updates to its individual subscription plans effective June 1, 2026, addressing user concerns about long agent runs and multi-step workflows under the upcoming usage-based billing model. The changes introduce flexible credits for existing Pro and Pro+ tiers and introduce a new Max plan designed for sustained, high-volume AI-assisted development.

How the new billing structure works

GitHub Copilot’s individual plans—Free, Pro, Pro+, and Max—will transition to a unified usage-based billing system. Free tier users will retain limited monthly access to code completions, chat interactions, and agent features. Paid plans now combine two distinct credit types to balance predictability with flexibility:

• Base credits: Tied directly to your subscription cost, these credits remain fixed and do not change over time.
• Flex allotments: Additional variable credits that adjust based on factors like model efficiency, pricing updates, and new AI capabilities.

The new structure ensures users receive more total usage at the same price, with flex credits automatically applied when base credits are exhausted.

Updated plan details and pricing

The refreshed individual plans reflect a revised credit allocation strategy, offering significantly more value while maintaining transparent billing. Pricing and included usage for June 2026 are as follows:

• Pro: $10/month with $10 base credits and $5 flex allotment, totaling $15 included usage.
• Pro+: $39/month with $39 base credits and $31 flex allotment, totaling $70 included usage.
• Max: $100/month with $100 base credits and $100 flex allotment, totaling $200 included usage.

These adjustments address feedback about the pressure long-running agent sessions and complex coding tasks place on traditional usage limits. No manual configuration is required—flex credits activate automatically across IDEs, the GitHub web interface, and the command line interface (CLI).

Key benefits and user experience

The updated model simplifies billing by consolidating all usage into a single pool. Users no longer need to manage separate buckets or toggle features. Credit consumption is tracked in real time through the dashboard, which displays available and used credits. For those who exceed their included usage, additional credits can be purchased seamlessly to avoid interruptions.

A notable feature remains unchanged: paid plans retain unlimited code completions and next-edit suggestions, which do not consume any credits. This ensures core productivity features stay accessible regardless of usage levels. The flex allotment’s variability is intentional, designed to adapt to evolving AI model economics without compromising base credit stability.

What users need to do next

No action is required for existing monthly Pro or Pro+ subscribers. The new flex allotments and Max plan will be automatically applied when the usage-based billing transition occurs on June 1, 2026. Free tier users can continue using the platform as before, with the same capped access to advanced features.

For developers relying on high-volume Copilot usage, the Max plan offers a compelling value proposition, combining substantial base and flex credits to support intensive coding sessions. As AI models advance and operational costs fluctuate, GitHub’s flexible approach aims to balance cost predictability with the scalability required by power users.