Cursor is an AI-powered code editor built on top of VS Code, developed by Anysphere. It goes far beyond simple autocomplete — Cursor understands your entire codebase, allowing you to ask questions about your project, make multi-file edits, and generate code that fits your existing patterns and conventions.
The editor features Tab completion that predicts your next edit, a Chat mode for asking questions about your code, and an Agent mode that can autonomously complete complex multi-step coding tasks across multiple files simultaneously. It supports all the major AI models including Claude, GPT and Gemini, giving you flexibility in which model powers your workflow.
With over 500,000 developers using it as of 2026, Cursor has become the most popular dedicated AI coding environment, particularly praised for its codebase-awareness which sets it apart from plugin-based alternatives.
Software Developers, Web Developers, Freelance Developers, Startup Engineers, Data Scientists
| Plan | Price | Key features |
|---|---|---|
| Hobby | Free | 2,000 completions/month, 50 slow premium requests, full editor access |
| Pro | $20/month | Unlimited Tab, unlimited Auto mode, $20 monthly credits for premium models |
| Pro+ | $60/month | Everything in Pro, $60 monthly credits for heavier AI usage |
| Ultra | $200/month | Maximum credits, best for power users and high-volume agents |
| Teams | $40/user/month | Everything in Pro, admin controls, centralised billing, privacy guarantees |
Cursor is the most impressive AI coding tool available today. The codebase-aware features genuinely change how you write software — being able to ask "why does this function behave this way" and get an accurate answer based on your actual code is remarkable. At $20/month it costs double GitHub Copilot but the productivity gains justify it for anyone coding professionally. The June 2025 switch to credit-based billing caused some friction in the community, but for most developers the Pro plan remains excellent value.