Cursor vs Windsurf
Which one should you pick? Here's the full breakdown.
Our Pick
Cursor
A
8.3/10AI-native code editor that understands your entire codebase -- not just the file you're in
Windsurf
B
7.5/10Codeium's AI code editor that tries to out-Cursor Cursor -- strong autocomplete with a growing agentic mode
| Category | Cursor | Windsurf |
|---|---|---|
| Ease of Use | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| Output Quality | 9.0 | 7.0 |
| Value | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| Features | 9.0 | 7.0 |
| Overall | 8.3 | 7.5 |
Pricing Comparison
| Feature | Cursor | Windsurf |
|---|---|---|
| Free Tier | Yes | Yes |
| Starting Price | $0 | $0 |
Choose Cursor if...
Developers who want the deepest AI integration possible. If you want an AI that truly understands your project architecture and can do multi-file refactors, Cursor is the best option.
Visit CursorChoose Windsurf if...
Developers who want a Cursor-like experience at a lower price point with solid free-tier autocomplete.
Visit Windsurf