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    Devin Desktop (ex Windsurf) vs GitHub Copilot

    Complete comparison between Devin Desktop (ex Windsurf) and GitHub Copilot to help you choose the best AI tool for your project.

    Devin Desktop (ex Windsurf): The evolution of Windsurf: an IDE and command center for local and cloud agents. GitHub Copilot: AI assistance, agents and code review in editors, the terminal and GitHub.

    Devin Desktop (ex Windsurf)
    Devin Desktop (ex Windsurf)
    Local
    8.4/10

    The evolution of Windsurf: an IDE and command center for local and cloud agents.

    DetailsWebsite
    Higher editorial rating
    GitHub Copilot
    GitHub Copilot
    Cloud
    8.5/10

    AI assistance, agents and code review in editors, the terminal and GitHub.

    DetailsWebsite
    Score Comparison
    Performance
    Devin Desktop (ex Windsurf)9/10
    GitHub Copilot8.5/10
    AI Precision
    Devin Desktop (ex Windsurf)8.5/10
    GitHub Copilot8.5/10
    Ease of Use
    Devin Desktop (ex Windsurf)8/10
    GitHub Copilot8.5/10
    Price/Quality
    Devin Desktop (ex Windsurf)8/10
    GitHub Copilot8.5/10
    Devin Desktop (ex Windsurf) Pros
    • Full IDE and local/cloud agent management
    • Spaces organize sessions, PRs and context
    • Support for external ACP-compatible agents
    Devin Desktop (ex Windsurf) Cons
    • Usage allowances and additional costs need monitoring
    • Windsurf workflows and habits may need adjustment
    GitHub Copilot Pros
    • Available in editors, CLI and GitHub
    • Agents and code review beyond autocomplete
    • Repository, issue and pull request integration
    GitHub Copilot Cons
    • Credits and model availability depend on the plan
    • Does not include application hosting
    • Code, security and licensing require review
    Pricing Comparison

    Devin Desktop (ex Windsurf)Devin Desktop (ex Windsurf)

    Windsurf has been renamed Devin Desktop. This entry preserves its historical URL.

    Content checked on November 4, 2026. Prices in USD unless stated otherwise. Taxes, annual billing and additional usage may change the total.

    Official sources:devin.ai ↗devin.ai (2) ↗

    Editorial ratings from 1 to 10 for SaaS development, not hands-on tests: correctness, speed and effective cost were not measured. Performance means workflow breadth and multi-file control; AI precision estimates verifiability, not a success rate. Value considers allowances, APIs, hosting and migration, not observed bills. Weights: performance 20%, AI precision 40%, ease of use 20%, value 20%. Ratings reassessed on November 5, 2026.

    FreeFree
    ProUS$20/month
    MaxUS$200/month
    TeamsUS$80/month + US$40/month per full seat

    GitHub CopilotGitHub Copilot

    Content checked on November 4, 2026. Prices in USD unless stated otherwise. Taxes, annual billing and additional usage may change the total.

    Official sources:github.com ↗

    Editorial ratings from 1 to 10 for SaaS development, not hands-on tests: correctness, speed and effective cost were not measured. Performance means workflow breadth and multi-file control; AI precision estimates verifiability, not a success rate. Value considers allowances, APIs, hosting and migration, not observed bills. Weights: performance 20%, AI precision 40%, ease of use 20%, value 20%. Ratings reassessed on November 5, 2026.

    FreeFree
    ProUS$10/user/month
    Pro+US$39/user/month
    MaxUS$100/user/month
    When to Choose Devin Desktop (ex Windsurf)

    Consider Devin Desktop (ex Windsurf): Full IDE and local/cloud agent management. Spaces organize sessions, PRs and context. Usage allowances and additional costs need monitoring

    When to Choose GitHub Copilot

    Consider GitHub Copilot: Available in editors, CLI and GitHub. Agents and code review beyond autocomplete. Credits and model availability depend on the plan

    Final Verdict

    GitHub Copilot has an overall editorial rating of 8.5, compared with 8.4 for Devin Desktop (ex Windsurf). This is a weighted judgment, not superiority demonstrated through hands-on tests: check features, limits and costs on your project.