Guide · Beginners

The best first AI subscription for beginners.

If you are just starting with AI for coding or study, you do not need a $20 plan. Here is what actually matters and how to start cheaply.

Updated October 2026

What beginners actually need

When you are learning, these matter more than the newest model:

  • A low monthly price, or a free start.
  • An app that shows you what the AI changed, so you learn from it.
  • Help beyond code: notes, documents, presentations and CVs.
  • Payment that works for you, such as UPI in India.

Start free, upgrade only if you need to

Disclosure: this is our product. Exvisit Studio is free to download. When you want models included, Lite costs ₹150/month (≈ $1.50). In Code Studio every change appears as a diff you can read before you accept it, which is a good way to learn. Chat Studio helps with reports, slides and resumes.

  • Free: bring your own API key, or run a local model.
  • Lite ₹150/month: models included, no keys to manage.
  • Windows (x64 and ARM64) and macOS (Apple Silicon).
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Tips for learning with an AI agent

Use the AI as a tutor, not just a code generator.

  • Ask it to explain a change before you accept it.
  • Start with small tasks in a project you understand.
  • Use cheaper models for practice; they are fine for most learning work.
  • Commit with git often, so you can undo mistakes.

Prefer a browser app builder?

If you do not want to see code at all, prompt-to-app builders like Lovable, Bolt or Replit are easier to start with. When you want to understand and own your code, move to a coding agent.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best AI subscription for beginners?+

A cheap plan that covers both coding and everyday writing. Exvisit Studio is free to start and Lite costs ₹150/month (≈ $1.50) with models included.

Do I need to pay $20 a month to learn coding with AI?+

No. Free and low-cost options work well for learning. Exvisit's free plan works with your own key or a local model, and paid plans start at ₹150/month.

Is Exvisit good for students?+

It is priced for students in India, accepts UPI, and helps with code, reports, presentations and CVs in one app.

How much does Exvisit cost?+

Exvisit Studio is free with your own API keys (BYOK). Paid plans are Lite at ₹150/month (≈ $1.50), Mini at ₹650/month (≈ $6.50) and Pro at ₹1,500/month (≈ $15), each with cloud credits. You can pay in INR with UPI, net banking or Indian cards, or with international cards.

Free with your own keys

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