What is Cursor?
Cursor is an AI-first code editor built on VS Code, with chat, inline completions, repo-wide context, supports extensions, macOS, Windows, Linux, offers free and paid plans.
Cursor: an AI-first editor that actually edits
What it does
Cursor grafts an AI pair‑programmer straight into a VS Code‑style editor. Chat knows your repo, proposes multi‑file changes, and applies them as diffs you can approve. Select a block, describe intent, and it rewrites, refactors, scaffolds tests, or generates new files. Most VS Code extensions still work, so you don’t abandon your toolchain.
Why it’s useful
It excels at glue work: refactors, boilerplate, unfamiliar code spelunking, and quick “how does this piece connect?” questions. The loop is tight—context, suggestion, patch—so you ship iterations faster without babysitting a separate chatbot window.
Where it struggles
Context windows remain mortal. Big architectures, gnarly edge cases, and library nuance still need human judgment. Models can invent APIs or gloss over failure paths, and large edits can produce noisy diffs that you’ll have to tame.
The fine print
Cursor sends code context to model providers; you can bring your own keys or use theirs. Teams should read the data policy. There’s a free tier and paid plans; value skews higher on mainstream stacks and disciplined review habits.
What features and use cases does Cursor offer?
- AI-powered code editor built on a VS Code-like interface
- Context-aware chat and inline edits that reference your entire repository
- Natural-language code generation, refactoring, and test creation
- Smart autocomplete and multi-file changes with reviewable diffs
- Semantic code search and project indexing for precise answers
- Integrated Git and terminal workflows with code review assistance
- Choose among leading AI models (bring your own API key) and set custom rules
- Team workspaces with shared settings and collaboration tools
Prices
| Plan | Price | Short description |
|---|---|---|
| Free | free | Basic AI code editor with limited AI usage |
| Pro | $20/month per user | Higher AI limits, faster models, longer context, priority features |
| Business | $40/month per user | Team management, SSO, admin controls, higher limits |
| Enterprise | Contact sales | Custom pricing, advanced security/compliance, SLAs |
Prices may vary by region. We do not guarantee the accuracy of prices. For current information see: https://cursor.sh
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