Cursor

The AI-native code editor that changed the default

Cursor forked VS Code and rebuilt it around AI: codebase-aware chat, multi-file edits and background agents. It became the fastest-adopted developer tool in years and the benchmark others chase.

Pricing & access

Cursor has a free tier, with paid plans unlocking more. Check cursor.com for current plans.

Frequently asked questions

What is Cursor?

Cursor is the AI-native code editor that changed the default. Cursor forked VS Code and rebuilt it around AI: codebase-aware chat, multi-file edits and background agents. It became the fastest-adopted developer tool in years and the benchmark others chase.

Is Cursor free?

Cursor has a free tier, with paid plans unlocking more.

What are the best Cursor alternatives?

People comparing Cursor also look at Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, Lovable, Replit. See all options in the AI Coding Assistants category on SiftFox.