The AI-first code editor built for pair programming with AI
Cursor is a fork of VS Code with AI deeply integrated into every workflow. It can edit multiple files simultaneously (Composer mode), answer questions about your entire codebase (Chat), and auto-apply suggested changes with one keystroke. Cursor uses a mix of GPT-4, Claude, and its own models. The free tier includes 2,000 completions; Pro adds unlimited completions and premium model access.
★ ShareTool Review
Cursor review: The AI code editor that's made us forget about GitHub Copilot
The most capable AI coding tool available -- codebase awareness and Agent mode put it clearly ahead of the competition
ShareTool Verdict- 9/10
Cursor is the most capable AI code editor available right now. The codebase-aware completions and natural language editing are genuinely different from what Copilot offers. If you write code for a living and haven't tried it, you're probably leaving productivity on the table.
Cursor generates polarized opinions: enthusiasts praise its coding capabilities and productivity gains, while critics highlight serious safety concerns (database deletions, credential leaks), pricing complaints, and questions about actual productivity benefits. Security and reliability issues dominate recent discourse.
Hobby
Free
2,000 completions, 50 slow requests
Pro
$20/mo
Unlimited completions, 500 fast requests
Business
$40/mo
Per user/mo, team features
For most tasks, yes. Cursor's codebase indexing means it understands your project's patterns, not just the current file. Copilot has the advantage of tight GitHub integration and enterprise pricing. Try both free tiers and see which fits your workflow.
Cursor uses a mix of models including GPT-4o and Claude 3.5, depending on the task. You can choose your preferred model in settings on paid plans.
Cursor has a free tier with limited AI completions per month. The Pro plan ($20/month) gives you unlimited fast requests and access to premium models.
Yes. Cursor is a fork of VS Code and imports your extensions, themes, and settings automatically during setup.
“I stopped using these coding tools because they just aren't very helpful. I could feel myself getting slower”
RedditAnalyzed from community discussions on reddit.com · May 2026
By default, your code is sent to Cursor's servers for AI processing. For sensitive projects, you can enable Privacy Mode in settings, which prevents your code from being stored or used for training.
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