Overview
Cursor is a code editor with AI built in. It understands your codebase, suggests edits, and can refactor or explain code across multiple files from natural-language prompts.
Key Features
AI completion. Context-aware code suggestions.
Natural-language edits. Describe a change and apply it.
Codebase-aware chat. Ask questions about your project.
Refactor & explain. Restructure and document code.
Multi-file edits. Apply changes across files.
Pricing
Free
Free
forever
- Core capabilities
- Standard usage allowance
Pro
Custom
- Full feature set
- Higher usage limits
Enterprise
Custom
- Team and admin controls
- Priority support
Pros & Cons
What we like
- Understands your whole codebase
- Speeds up everyday coding
- Familiar editor feel
- Strong for refactors
What could be better
- Best value on paid plans
- Indexing large repos can take time
- Occasional imperfect suggestions need review
Editor's Rating
4.7
Out of 5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cursor has a free tier; Pro and Business plans add more AI usage.
Writing, refactoring and understanding code inside a familiar editor.