Two AI-first code editors built on VS Code. Cursor is the established leader; Windsurf is the hungry challenger with better pricing.
| Feature | Cursor | Windsurf |
|---|---|---|
| Codebase Chat | Excellent Winner | Very good |
| Multi-file Editing | Excellent Winner | Good |
| Free Tier | 2K completions, 50 premium | Unlimited autocomplete Winner |
| Pro Price | $20/month | $15/month Winner |
| Autonomous Coding | Tab + Composer | Cascade flows |
| Community Size | Large Winner | Growing |
| Stability | Mature Winner | Some rough edges |
| Speed | Fast | Fast |
| VS Code Compatibility | Full | Full |
| Enterprise Features | Available Winner | Developing |
Cursor for the most capable, mature AI coding experience. Windsurf for the best value — unlimited free autocomplete and lower Pro pricing. If budget matters, start with Windsurf. If you want the best available, choose Cursor.