Cursor vs Trae
Which is better for vibe coding in 2026? Here's a detailed comparison to help you choose.
Cursor
The AI Code Editor
Cursor is an AI-first code editor built on VS Code. It offers AI autocomplete, codebase-aware chat, multi-file editing with Composer, and inline code generation. One of the most popular AI coding tools with a large community.
Trae
AI-Powered IDE by ByteDance
Trae is ByteDance's AI-powered IDE built on VS Code. It offers AI chat, inline code generation, and an agentic Builder mode that can scaffold entire projects. Notably, it provides free access to powerful AI models.
// Feature Comparison
| Feature | Cursor | Trae |
|---|---|---|
| AI autocomplete | ✓ | — |
| AI chat & inline generation | — | ✓ |
| Builder mode for full projects | — | ✓ |
| Chat with codebase | ✓ | — |
| Custom AI model selection | ✓ | — |
| Free Claude & GPT access | — | ✓ |
| Inline code generation | ✓ | — |
| Multi-file editing | — | ✓ |
| Multi-file editing (Composer) | ✓ | — |
| Project scaffolding | — | ✓ |
| VS Code extension compatibility | ✓ | — |
| VS Code foundation | — | ✓ |
// Cursor Pricing
Free tier with limited completions. Pro at $20/mo, Business at $40/mo
// Trae Pricing
Currently free with access to Claude and GPT models included
Cursor is best for
Developers who want AI-powered coding in a familiar VS Code environment
Trae is best for
Developers who want a free AI IDE with access to premium models at no cost
// Apps Built With These Tools
Built with Cursor
Basil
Basil is an AI assistant embedded in your Mac that handles emails, files, browser actions, and research using screen context. Activate it with a hotkey or voice command to automate tasks without copy-pasting between apps.
Cfeedback
Cfeedback helps startups collect verified customer reviews from Google, G2, Capterra and other sources, then converts them into customizable social proof widgets that can be embedded on websites. AI-powered curation helps surface the most impactful testimonials to increase conversion rates.
Planet Cert
Planet Cert provides premium practice tests and exam preparation materials for professional IT certifications from vendors like Microsoft, Oracle, CompTIA, AWS, and VMware. The platform offers over 1000+ practice tests with verified questions, answers, explanations, and an online exam simulator to help professionals pass certification exams on their first attempt.
Built with Trae
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