The Verdict StackClaude Code
Anthropic's terminal coding agent, included in every paid Claude plan and widely used for agentic coding.
GitHub Copilot Fusion
Model router for coding
Verdict at a glance
Try: Worth an afternoon on a test project.
Copilot picks and combines models for each coding task, on every Copilot plan. Cost and benchmark claims are GitHub's own.
Pricing
| Pricing as published (checked 2026-11-02) |
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| You pay for each model it uses at that model's standard rate. For a limited time, paid Copilot plans get 30% off model costs when using Fusion |
Our take
Research-only verdict, not hands-on. Generally available Oct 28, 2026 with Standard, High and Max effort levels. Billed per model used at standard rates, with a limited-time 30% discount on paid plans. GitHub reports Fusion Max scored 60 on the Artificial Analysis Coding Agent Index at about half the API cost per task of Claude Code with Opus 5.5 Max.
Research-based verdict, checked 2026-11-02, not a hands-on test. Sponsors can't buy verdicts.
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FAQ
What is GitHub Copilot Fusion?
GitHub Copilot Fusion is listed under Model router for coding. Copilot picks and combines models for each coding task, on every Copilot plan. Cost and benchmark claims are GitHub's own.
How much does GitHub Copilot Fusion cost?
As published (checked 2026-11-02): You pay for each model it uses at that model's standard rate. For a limited time, paid Copilot plans get 30% off model costs when using Fusion.
What is The Verdict Stack's verdict on GitHub Copilot Fusion?
Try: Worth an afternoon on a test project. This verdict is research-based, not a hands-on test.
Who is GitHub Copilot Fusion for?
It's in our Vibe Coding and Agents tracks.
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