Cursor AI
The AI-first code editor
Cursor is an AI-first code editor built as a fork of VS Code, designed from the ground up for AI-assisted development. It features deep codebase understanding, where the AI can reference and understand your entire project. With features like Cmd+K for inline editing, AI-powered chat that knows your codebase, multi-file editing, and smart code generation, Cursor represents the next generation of AI coding tools. It supports all VS Code extensions and themes.
Pricing Details
Free tier with limited AI usage. Pro $20/mo. Business $40/user/mo.
While built on VS Code, Cursor is fundamentally redesigned for AI interaction. It offers deep codebase understanding, inline editing, and AI features that go far beyond simple code completion.
Yes, Cursor is fully compatible with VS Code extensions, themes, and keyboard shortcuts, making migration seamless.
Cursor indexes your entire project and uses this context when providing AI suggestions, allowing it to reference functions, types, and patterns across your codebase.
Cursor offers a free tier with limited AI interactions per month. The Pro plan at $20/month unlocks unlimited AI usage and premium features.
Cursor supports multiple AI models including GPT-4, Claude, and their own fine-tuned models, with the ability to switch between them.
✅ Pros
- Deep codebase understanding
- Inline AI editing with Cmd+K
- Uses your entire project as context
- VS Code compatible extensions
- Multi-file AI editing
❌ Cons
- Premium pricing for full features
- Can be resource-intensive
- Learning curve for AI features
- Occasionally slow responses
- Limited offline functionality
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