Cursor
Anysphere
Cursor is the AI-native code editor that reimagines how developers write software. Built from the ground up to work with Claude and GPT-4, it offers AI-first features like Command+K code generation, tab completion that understands your entire codebase, and chat with deep context.
Quick Overview
Best For
Developers
Free Plan
Yes
Platforms
Win/macOS/Linux
API
Yes
Screenshots
Key Features
AI Code Generation
Generate entire functions, components, and files from natural language prompts using Command+K.
Contextual Chat
Chat with your codebase, ask questions about architecture, and refactor with AI assistance.
Integrated Terminal
Full-featured terminal built directly into the editor for seamless workflow.
Pricing
Free
$0
Perfect for getting started
- 200 messages/month
- Basic code completion
- Public repo context
Pro
$20/mo
For professional developers
- Unlimited messages
- Full codebase context
- Priority support
Business
Custom
For teams and enterprises
- SSO
- Audit logs
- Custom deployments
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Best-in-class AI pair programming
- Fast performance
- Excellent long context support
- Intuitive UI
Cons
- Freemium tier has limits
- No open source option
Supported Platforms
Integrations
Use Cases
Software Developers
Write and refactor code faster with AI assistance
Startup Teams
Ship features quickly with AI-driven development
Learning to Code
Learn best practices and understand complex codebases
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Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about Cursor tools.
User Reviews
Sarah Chen
2026-06-20Cursor has completely changed how I code. The AI suggestions are incredibly accurate!
Mike Johnson
2026-05-15Great editor, but I wish the free tier had more credits. Overall excellent product.
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