Cursor
IntermediateA code editor built from the ground up with AI at its core. Cursor understands your entire codebase and can write, edit, and debug code through natural conversation.
Key Features
Best For
Cursor is particularly well-suited for the following use cases and audiences:
Getting Started
Some familiarity with development concepts recommended. Here is how to begin your journey with Cursor:
Set Up Your Environment
Download and configure the tool according to your development setup and preferences.
Connect Your Codebase
Link the tool to your existing projects to leverage its full capabilities.
Explore Advanced Features
Dive into the documentation to discover powerful features that boost productivity.
Integrate With Your Workflow
Connect with your existing tools and establish efficient development patterns.
Skill Level Requirements
Some familiarity with development concepts recommended. Cursor provides excellent documentation and community support to help users at the intermediate level succeed with the platform.
$82M ARR
Windsurf annual recurring revenue at time of $250M acquisition by Cognition in July 2025
TechCrunch, July 2025
40.08%
SWE-bench score for Windsurf's SWE-1.5 model at 950 tokens per second
Windsurf / Codeium, 2025
1M+
paying Cursor subscribers by early 2026
Cursor Series D disclosure, 2025
“Devin and Windsurf solve completely different problems. Windsurf is where you build - it keeps you in flow. Devin is where you delegate - you write the brief, it does the work. Most teams need both, but you should master one before adding the other.”
Pricing
2000 completions/month, 50 slow premium requests
Unlimited completions, 500 fast premium requests, GPT-4 access
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