Cursor
A VS Code-like AI editor for developers who want inline editing, chat, and agent workflows in one product.
- Pricing
- Free tier, paid plans
- Platforms
- macOS, Windows, Linux
- Free access
- Cursor has offered a one-year student path to Cursor Pro.
Updated 2026
2026 Cursor vs Windsurf: Which AI Coding Editor Should You Choose?
A practical comparison of Cursor and Windsurf across editor experience, agents, team adoption, and alternatives.
Compared Tools
Windsurf
An AI-first code editor focused on agentic coding workflows and project-wide assistance.
- Pricing
- Free tier, paid plans
- Platforms
- macOS, Windows, Linux
Verdict
Cursor is still a strong default AI editor. Windsurf is worth testing if you want a different commercial agentic editor experience.
Decision Criteria
- Solo developers: try Cursor first, then compare Windsurf.
- Teams: evaluate permissions, data policy, model support, and cost.
- Open-source control: compare Continue, Tabby, Aider, and OpenHands.