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Continue vs Cursor vs Replit

All three are code assistant tools. Here is what separates them.

ContinueCursorReplit
What it isAn open-source assistant for VS Code and JetBrains that you point at whichever model you want, including local ones.AI-first code editor built for speed with intelligent auto-completion and codebase understanding.Build and deploy software collaboratively with the power of AI without spending a second on setup.
CategoryCode AssistantCode AssistantCode Assistant
PricingFree · Free · self-hostedFreemium · $20/moFreemium · $7-$20/mo
How it billsFreeFlat monthlyFlat monthly
Free tierYesYesYes
RatingNot yet rated4.8 from 4,500 reviews4.3 from 4,100 reviews
Features
  • Works with hosted or local models
  • VS Code and JetBrains extensions
  • Configuration as a file in your repo
  • Custom context providers
  • No telemetry by default
  • AI-native editor
  • Codebase understanding
  • Multi-file editing (Composer)
  • Inline generation (Cmd+K)
  • Multiple AI models
  • Tab completion
  • Bug detection
  • Natural language editing
  • AI Agent for full app creation
  • Ghostwriter code completion
  • Instant hosting & deploy
  • Multiplayer collaboration
  • 50+ language support
  • Built-in database
  • Version control
  • Mobile coding
What works
  • Code never has to leave your machine
  • No subscription
  • Model choice is entirely yours
  • Best AI code editor
  • Understands full codebase
  • VS Code compatibility
  • Multiple model support
  • Incredibly fast
  • No setup required
  • AI builds full apps
  • Instant deployment
  • Great for beginners
  • Collaborative
What does not
  • Requires setup and a model to point at
  • Quality depends on what you connect
  • Fewer conveniences than commercial editors
  • Subscription required for full features
  • Can be resource-intensive
  • Newer with some bugs
  • Limited free completions
  • Performance limitations
  • Limited for large projects
  • Resource constraints
  • Some features behind paywall
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