Cursor
AI-powered code editor built on VS Code with deep codebase understanding and natural language editing.
Key Features
• Tab completion with context awareness
• Chat with your codebase
• Multi-file editing from natural language
• Built on VS Code (familiar interface)
• Composer for complex refactors
Verdict
Cursor is the current leader in AI-native code editors. The codebase chat and Composer features set it apart from simpler autocomplete tools.
Best For
Developers who want VS Code familiarity with deep AI integration for pair programming and codebase-wide context.
Pricing Details
Free tier with limited requests. Pro $20/mo, Business $40/mo with unlimited requests.
Use Cases
• AI-assisted code completion and refactoring • Chat with your entire codebase for context-aware answers • Multi-file editing from natural language instructions • Complex refactors with Composer • Learning new codebases quickly
Similar Tools
GitHub Copilot, Windsurf, Supermaven, Codeium, Tabnine