Head to head
Cursor vs Windsurf
Two coding & dev tools compared on our editor score, community rating, pricing, and the trade-offs that actually matter.
Editor score9.1 / 108.5 / 10
PricingFreemium, from $20/moFreemium, from $15/mo
Best forBest-in-class agent for large, multi-file changesCascade agent tracks project state well
Watch outHeavy usage can hit rate limits or add costSmaller extension ecosystem than Cursor
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, Windsurf is the better pick if cascade agent tracks project state well matter most to you.
Frequently asked
Is Cursor better than Windsurf?
By our editors' scoring, Cursor edges ahead (9.1 vs 8.5 out of 10), but the right choice depends on your needs — Windsurf leads on cascade agent tracks project state well.
How much do Cursor and Windsurf cost?
Cursor: Freemium, from $20/mo. Windsurf: Freemium, from $15/mo.