IDE assistants: 6 compared (2026)
6 AI assistants that plug into existing IDEs.
How this list is built: Listed A–Z by name. Membership comes from our category, verified pricing or a phrase on the vendor's own page. No vendor pays for placement.
| Tool | Type | Free plan | Paid from | Checked | Vendor site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Q Developer | IDE assistants | Yes | $19/mo | Visit | |
| Gemini Code AssistService changed | IDE assistants | No | Not published | Visit | |
| GitHub Copilot | IDE assistants | Yes | $10/mo | Visit | |
| JetBrains AI | IDE assistants | Yes | $8.33/mo | Visit | |
| Tabby | IDE assistants | Yes | $19/mo | Visit | |
| TabnineAcquired | IDE assistants | Not verified yet | Not verified yet | Visit |
FAQ
Which IDE assistants have a free plan?
Of the 5 IDE assistants whose pricing we have verified, 4 have a free plan: Amazon Q Developer, GitHub Copilot, JetBrains AI, Tabby. We have not verified the other 1 yet.
What is the cheapest paid plan among these IDE assistants?
Among verified tools, the lowest published paid price is JetBrains AI at $8.33/month, then GitHub Copilot at $10/month. Prices are from each vendor's own pricing page.
How are these 6 IDE assistants ordered?
Alphabetically by name (A–Z). Membership comes from our category, verified pricing or a phrase on the vendor's own page. No vendor pays for placement or for a better position.
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