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Cursor vs Windsurf

Both are code assistant tools. Here is what separates them.

CursorWindsurf
What it isAI-first code editor built for speed with intelligent auto-completion and codebase understanding.An AI-first editor whose agent keeps track of what you are doing across files as you work.
CategoryCode AssistantCode Assistant
PricingFreemium · $20/moFreemium · Free · Pro $15/mo · Teams $30/user/mo
How it billsFlat monthlyPer seat
Free tierYesYes
Rating4.8 from 4,500 reviewsNot yet rated
Features
  • AI-native editor
  • Codebase understanding
  • Multi-file editing (Composer)
  • Inline generation (Cmd+K)
  • Multiple AI models
  • Tab completion
  • Bug detection
  • Natural language editing
  • Cascade agent for multi-file changes
  • Project-wide context tracking
  • Runs terminal commands and reads output
  • VS Code extension compatibility
  • Inline and full-file completions
What works
  • Best AI code editor
  • Understands full codebase
  • VS Code compatibility
  • Multiple model support
  • Incredibly fast
  • Familiar if you already use VS Code
  • Generous free tier
  • Agent keeps context without being told
What does not
  • Subscription required for full features
  • Can be resource-intensive
  • Newer with some bugs
  • Limited free completions
  • Another editor to keep updated
  • Occasional runaway edits need reverting
  • Heavier on memory than plain VS Code

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