Cursor vs Windsurf
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.
Windsurf
The First Agentic IDE
Windsurf (by Codeium) is an agentic IDE that combines copilot and agent capabilities in one. Its Cascade feature provides deep contextual awareness, enabling multi-file editing and autonomous task execution within a polished IDE experience.
// Feature Comparison
| Feature | Cursor | Windsurf |
|---|---|---|
| AI autocomplete | ✓ | ✓ |
| Built-in terminal | — | ✓ |
| Cascade agentic flows | — | ✓ |
| Chat with codebase | ✓ | — |
| Custom AI model selection | ✓ | — |
| Deep codebase awareness | — | ✓ |
| Inline code generation | ✓ | — |
| Multi-file editing | — | ✓ |
| Multi-file editing (Composer) | ✓ | — |
| Real-time collaboration | — | ✓ |
| VS Code extension compatibility | ✓ | — |
// Cursor Pricing
Free tier with limited completions. Pro at $20/mo, Business at $40/mo
// Windsurf Pricing
Free tier available. Pro at $15/mo with more flow actions
Cursor is best for
Developers who want AI-powered coding in a familiar VS Code environment
Windsurf is best for
Developers who want an agentic IDE experience at a competitive price point
// 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.
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