Head to head
Cursor vs GitHub Copilot
Two coding & dev tools compared on our editor score, community rating, pricing, and the trade-offs that actually matter.
Editor score9.1 / 108.7 / 10
PricingFreemium, from $20/moFreemium, from $10/mo
Best forBest-in-class agent for large, multi-file changesExcellent inline completions across languages
Watch outHeavy usage can hit rate limits or add costChat quality trails dedicated agentic editors
Enki verdict
Cursor takes the edge with a 9.1/10 editor score. The most capable agentic editor available today, the tool to beat if you want AI at the center of your workflow. That said, GitHub Copilot is the better pick if excellent inline completions across languages matter most to you.
Frequently asked
Is Cursor better than GitHub Copilot?
By our editors' scoring, Cursor edges ahead (9.1 vs 8.7 out of 10), but the right choice depends on your needs — GitHub Copilot leads on excellent inline completions across languages.
How much do Cursor and GitHub Copilot cost?
Cursor: Freemium, from $20/mo. GitHub Copilot: Freemium, from $10/mo.