Cursor: An AI-First Code Editor
Cursor is an AI-first code editor built around whole-codebase understanding and agents, at 20 USD per month. It suits developers who want the editor itself to reason about their project.
| Price | Free plan | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly: 20 Annual: — |
yes - free hobby tier with limited agent requests and completions | Developers who want an editor that understands the whole codebase, not just the open file. |
Pros
- Indexes the whole codebase, so answers use real project context
- Agent mode handles multi-file edits and refactors
- Familiar to VS Code users, so switching is quick
Cons
- At 20 USD per month it costs more than Copilot's base plan
- Large agent requests can be slow on big repositories
- It is a full editor switch, not an add-on to your current one
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Frequently asked questions
How is Cursor different from GitHub Copilot?
Cursor is a standalone editor built around whole-codebase understanding and agents, while Copilot plugs into the IDE you already use.
Does Cursor have a free tier?
Yes, there is a free hobby tier with limited agent requests and completions, and the paid plan is 20 USD per month.