Comparison

Cursor vs Windsurf

Use this as a starting point, then test both with the same real task before committing.

Criteria

Cursor

Windsurf

Best for

Developers who want an AI-native editor with deep repository context

AI-first coding with agentic project workflows

Platforms

Desktop

Pricing

Free + paid plans

Free option

Yes

Key features

AI IDE, codebase context, agent mode, autocomplete

AI IDE, agentic coding, autocomplete, codebase context

Watch out

Requires adopting a dedicated editor workflow.

Developer experience differs from traditional IDE setups.