Cursor vs Windsurf

2026 latest pricing, features & free plan comparison

Feature
CU

Cursor

Anysphere

🏆 Highest Rated

Next-generation AI-powered code editor. VS Code compatible with Composer for multi-file AI editing.

WS

Windsurf

Codeium

AI code editor by Codeium. The Cascade agent handles autonomous multi-step coding tasks.

SpecificationCursorWindsurf
PriceFree / $20/mo (Pro) / $40/mo (Business)Free / $15/mo (Pro) / $35/mo (Teams)
Free Plan
API Support
Web Search
File Upload
Image Generation
Voice Support
Coding Support
Mobile App
Context WindowVaries by modelVaries by model
Recommended ForProfessional developers, full-stack developmentDevelopers, AI agent coding
CompanyAnysphereCodeium
Release Date2023-03-012024-11-13
Rating
4.9
4.7

CU
Cursor Key Features

  • AI Tab autocomplete
  • Composer multi-file editing
  • Chat feature
  • VS Code extension compatible
  • Codebase indexing
  • Terminal AI
  • Git integration
  • Multiple AI models

WS
Windsurf Key Features

  • Cascade AI agent
  • AI Tab autocomplete
  • Multi-file editing
  • Web search integration
  • Terminal integration
  • VS Code extension compatible
  • Unlimited AI (free)
  • Codebase understanding

Our Verdict

CU

Choose Cursor if:

  • You fit the profile: Professional developers, full-stack development
Try Free
WS

Choose Windsurf if:

  • Real-time web information is important
  • You fit the profile: Developers, AI agent coding
Try Free

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