Best AI Coding Tools 2026

We tested 12 AI coding assistants for 30 days each. Here are the ones that actually make you a more productive developer.

Last updated: January 31, 2026 • 12 tools reviewed

#1 PICK

Best Overall: GitHub Copilot

4.7/5$10/mo

AI pair programmer that suggests code and entire functions in real-time as you type.

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Best for Code completion

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4.7/5$10/mo

Best for Code completion

AI pair programmer that suggests code and entire functions in real-time as you type.

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4.5/5$20/mo

Best for AI-first coding

AI-first code editor built for pair programming with AI, featuring chat and code generation.

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4.3/5$12/mo

Best for Privacy-focused

AI code completion that runs locally or in your private cloud for maximum privacy.