GitHub Copilot Plans Evolve: Flex Allotments and Max Plan Unveiled
Starting June 1, GitHub Copilot individual plans are getting a significant update based on user feedback. The company is introducing flexible usage allotments for Pro and Pro+ subscribers, and adding a new Max plan for high-volume users. These changes aim to accommodate longer agent runs, multi-step tasks, and more powerful AI models without raising base prices. Below, we answer common questions about the new structure.
What changes are coming to GitHub Copilot individual plans?
GitHub is updating its individual Copilot lineup to include three paid tiers: Pro, Pro+, and a new Max plan. The Free plan remains unchanged with limited code completions and chat. Starting June 1, all paid plans will use usage-based billing, but the included usage has been expanded. Pro and Pro+ now include a flex allotment on top of a fixed base credit amount, giving users more value at the same monthly price. The Max plan is designed for sustained, high-volume work, offering the largest total included usage.
How does the flex allotment work in Pro and Pro+?
The flex allotment is an additional pool of usage credits that varies over time. Unlike base credits (which are fixed and match your subscription price 1:1), flex credits adapt as AI economics change—model pricing, new models, and efficiency improvements. For example, Pro users get a $10 base plus a $5 flex, totaling $15 in included usage. Pro+ users receive a $39 base and $31 flex, totaling $70. Flex credits are automatically applied after base credits are used, and you don't need to enable anything. Your dashboard shows available and used credits, and you can purchase more if needed.
What is the new Max plan and how does it differ?
Max is a top-tier individual plan at $100 per month. It offers the highest total included usage: a $100 base credit plus a $100 flex allotment, totaling $200 in usage. This plan is built for developers who rely heavily on Copilot for extended sessions, multi-step tasks, and agentic workflows. Compared to Pro+ at $39/month (total $70), Max provides significantly more capacity, making it ideal for power users or those working on complex projects. All paid plans include unlimited code completions and next edit suggestions, but Max gives the most flexibility for high-volume chat and agent usage.
How does usage-based billing work across all plans?
With usage-based billing, each action (like a chat message or agent run) consumes credits. Credits are priced uniformly across IDE, GitHub.com, and CLI. You start with base credits, then flex credits are tapped automatically. Once both are used, you can purchase additional usage at standard rates. Code completions and next edit suggestions remain unlimited on paid plans and do not consume credits. Your dashboard provides real-time tracking of available credits and usage, so you can monitor your consumption. The system ensures you only pay for what you use beyond your included allotment, with no need to manage separate buckets.
Why might the flex allotment change over time?
The flex allotment is intentionally variable to reflect evolving AI economics. Factors like model pricing, the introduction of new models, and improvements in inference efficiency can affect the cost of providing Copilot services. By adjusting flex credits periodically, GitHub can keep plans affordable while still increasing included usage when possible. Your base credits never change—they remain tied to your subscription price. This design allows GitHub to pass on cost savings (e.g., from cheaper model hosting) to users as additional flex capacity, without altering the fixed part of your plan.
What do existing Pro or Pro+ subscribers need to do?
Nothing. If you are on a monthly Pro or Pro+ plan, the additional flex usage will be applied automatically on June 1 when your account migrates to usage-based billing. There is no need to sign up, upgrade, or change any settings. Your subscription price remains the same—you simply receive more included usage. If you ever exceed your total included usage, you can opt to purchase extra credits from your dashboard. For detailed guidance, refer to the official documentation.
How can users monitor their usage?
Your GitHub Copilot dashboard will display your available base credits, flex credits, and total usage for the current billing cycle. The interface shows a clear breakdown of what you have used and what remains. You can also see a history of credit consumption, allowing you to estimate future needs. If you are approaching your limit, the dashboard will indicate that and provide an option to purchase additional credits. This transparency helps you manage your spending and avoid surprises. For team or enterprise plans, admins can also monitor usage across their organization.