AI Coding
Cursor Review
Cursor is what happens when you build the editor around the AI instead of bolting the AI onto an editor. It indexes your whole codebase, so its answers actually know what your project does. The agent mode can knock out a refactor while you watch, which is equal parts impressive and unsettling.
Rating
4.8/5
Pricing
Free tier, Pro from $20/month
Best for
AI Coding
Pros
Actually understands your codebase, not just your file
Agent mode handles multi-step refactors
Inline edits that feel faster than typing
Cons
The product changes fast; muscle memory goes stale
You'll pay for power features beyond the free tier
Features
Screenshots
Editorial Review
Cursor feels like the future of coding assistants, and also like a product still being built. We tested agent mode, codebase indexing, and whether it survives a real week of work.
Score: 4.8/5
FAQ
Is Cursor better than Copilot?
Depends what you want. Cursor is a whole editor built for AI workflows, great for big refactors and unfamiliar codebases. Copilot improves the editor you already use. If you live in VS Code and want less disruption, start with Copilot.
Alternatives
Copilot stays in your editor and finishes your thoughts. It's less flashy than the agentic tools, but the autocomplete is so good it feels like the editor read your mind. For day-to-day coding in an IDE you already like, it's still the safest bet.