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Cursor
AI Coding
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Anysphere · launched 2023 · Intermediate
An AI-first code editor with codebase-wide context, multi-file edits and background agents.
Overall rating
4.6
Ease of use4.4
Value for money4.5
Performance4.8
Popularity4.6
Pricing
Hobby free · Pro $20/mo · Ultra $200/mo
Free version
Yes
API
Not available
Mobile app
No
Key features
- Codebase context
- Multi-file edits
- Background agents
- Tab completion
Pros
- Fastest real coding workflow
- Excellent context handling
Cons
- Costs climb with heavy use
Best use cases
Refactoring
Feature building
Legacy code exploration
Platforms
macOS
Windows
Linux
Learning curve: Moderate
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