Cursor vs Windsurf
Both solve overlapping problems. Here is where they actually differ.
At a glance
| Property | Cursor | Windsurf |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | from $20/mo | from $15/mo |
| Category | coding | coding |
Which one should you pick?
Cursor
Worth switching editors for if you work in large codebases daily. For occasional scripting, an autocomplete plugin in your existing editor is enough.
- Refactors that touch many files
- Onboarding into an unfamiliar codebase
Windsurf
Worth trying if you want agent-style work but are uneasy handing over control entirely — the plan-then-execute flow makes it easier to catch a wrong turn early.
- Developers wanting agent workflows with review checkpoints