Cursor vs Windsurf
Cursor vs Windsurf: which to choose
Cursor has the larger community with 33.0k GitHub stars against — for Windsurf, which usually means more integrations, examples and third-party help when you get stuck.
Both charge from day one, but Windsurf starts lower at $15/mo versus $20/mo for Cursor.
Choose Cursor if you lean toward ai and editor; choose Windsurf if ai and editor matters more for your stack. All figures above are pulled from live GitHub and pricing data, not vendor marketing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cursor or Windsurf better?▾
It depends on your priorities. Cursor has 33.0k GitHub stars and uses a freemium pricing model, while Windsurf has — stars and uses a freemium model. Both offer a free plan so you can try each before committing.
Is Cursor cheaper than Windsurf?▾
Cursor starts at $20/mo while Windsurf starts at $15/mo. Cursor has a free plan. Windsurf has a free plan.
What are the main differences between Cursor and Windsurf?▾
Cursor is tagged as ai, editor, vscode-fork while Windsurf is tagged as ai, editor, agent. Cursor uses a freemium pricing model and has a community of 33.0k GitHub stars. Windsurf uses a freemium model.
Does Cursor or Windsurf have a free plan?▾
Yes, both Cursor and Windsurf offer a free plan.