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Cursor vs Windsurf

A side-by-side look at Cursor and Windsurf — pricing, ratings, key features, pros and cons — so you can pick the right fit.

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Cursor

Coding & Development • Paid

An AI-first code editor with multi-file edits and a genuinely autonomous agent mode.

★ 4.4/5

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Windsurf

Coding & Development • Freemium

An agentic code editor focused on keeping you in flow with an understanding of your codebase.

★ 4.2/5

Read Windsurf review

Full comparison

Feature Cursor Windsurf
Pricing Paid Freemium
Price from $20.00/mo $15.00/mo
Our rating ★ 4.4 ★ 4.2
Key features
  • • Multi-file AI edits
  • • Agent mode with test feedback
  • • Tab autocomplete
  • • Codebase-wide search
  • • Model-agnostic (bring your own key)
  • • Agentic multi-file editing
  • • Cascade for deep context
  • • Editor-agnostic to an extent
  • • Fast completions
  • • Free tier available
Pros
  • + Real multi-file capability
  • + Agent mode is powerful
  • + Strong autocomplete
  • + Polished agent experience
  • + Good free tier
  • + Focus on flow
Cons
  • − Agent can overstep
  • − Subscription plus model costs
  • − Younger ecosystem
  • − Fewer integrations than VS Code

Cursor vs Windsurf: which should you choose?

Both Cursor and Windsurf are tracked in our Coding & Development directory. Cursor is listed as Paid and Windsurf as Freemium. The better pick depends on your budget, the features you use every day and whether you need a free tier to start.

  • Choose Cursor if real multi-file capability matters most to you.
  • Choose Windsurf if polished agent experience matters most to you.
  • Try both free tiers first if they exist, then commit to the one that fits your daily tasks.

Frequently asked questions

Is Cursor better than Windsurf?

It depends on your needs. Cursor is Paid, while Windsurf is Freemium. Compare the features above to decide which fits your workflow.

How much do Cursor and Windsurf cost?

Cursor is listed as Paid and Windsurf is listed as Freemium. Check each full review for the latest plan details.

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