The AI-first code editor built for pair programming with AI
Cursor is an AI-powered code editor that turns developers into 10x engineers. Built as a fork of VS Code, it features advanced AI capabilities including Tab completion, natural language editing, and Agent Mode for autonomous coding.
// AI-powered code generation
const assistant = new Cursor({
apiKey: process.env.API_KEY,
model: 'advanced-v2'
});
const result = await assistant.generate({
prompt: "Create a REST API",
language: "TypeScript",
framework: "Express"
});
console.log(result.code);Everything you need to supercharge your development workflow
Predictive multi-line code suggestions that understand your entire codebase context, occasionally defying reality with accuracy.
End-to-end task completion with minimal supervision. Autonomous coding that turns natural language into working features.
Edit across multiple files simultaneously with AI understanding project-wide implications of changes.
Choose from GPT-4o, o1, Claude 3.5 Sonnet, or cursor-small model for optimal results on each task.
SOC 2 certified with local-only code indexing option. Your code never leaves your machine unless you choose.
Import all your VS Code settings, extensions, and themes instantly. Zero friction transition.
| Feature | Cursor | GitHub Copilot | Claude Code | v0 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Price | $20 Pro | $10 | $20 | $0-30 |
| Codebase Context | Full project | Limited | Full project | N/A |
| Multi-File Editing | Advanced | Basic | Advanced | N/A |
| Agent Capabilities | Full autonomous | Limited | Advanced | N/A |
| Model Options | Multiple | GPT-4/Claude | Opus/Sonnet | Automatic |
| IDE Type | VS Code fork | Extension | Terminal | Web-based |
Cursor revolutionizes software development as the AI-first code editor that transforms developers into 10x engineers through "vibe coding"—a trance-like creative flow powered by artificial intelligence. Built by Anysphere (valued at $9.9B in 2025), this VS Code fork integrates GPT-4o, Claude 3.5 Sonnet, and proprietary models to deliver predictive Tab completion, Agent Mode for autonomous coding, and Composer for multi-file editing. With over $500M ARR and 1 million users generating 1 billion lines of code daily, Cursor outpaces GitHub Copilot in advanced capabilities while maintaining SOC 2 certified security.
Unlike Claude Code's terminal approach or v0's UI generation focus, Cursor delivers a complete IDE experience starting at $20/month with unlimited Tab completions, Background Agents, and Bugbot for automated fixes. The platform's one-click VS Code migration preserves all extensions and settings, while Privacy Mode ensures code never leaves your machine. Trusted by engineers at OpenAI, Stripe, and Shopify, Cursor represents the future of AI-native development where natural language transforms into production code at thought-speed.
Trusted by millions of developers and thousands of organizations worldwide
Developers at OpenAI, Stripe, Shopify, Samsung, and Notion use Cursor to ship code 50% faster with AI pair programming.
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Fast-moving startups leverage Cursor's Agent Mode to build features autonomously, reducing development time dramatically.
Compare with Cursor and v0 by Vercel for individual developers.
New programmers use Cursor as an AI mentor, learning best practices while writing production-quality code.
View case studiesCompanies like Midjourney and Perplexity deploy Cursor with Privacy Mode for secure, AI-enhanced development.
Learn about free accessCursor has grown to over 20 million users worldwide with 1.3 million paid subscribers. Join the world's most adopted AI developer tool used by one-third of Fortune 500 companies. Read more success stories on our blog.
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Key differentiators that set Cursor apart from alternatives
Enter a trance-like creative flow where AI anticipates your next move with uncanny accuracy, generating code at thought-speed.
Unlike competitors, Cursor comprehends your entire project context, making intelligent suggestions across all files.
Revenue doubling every 2 months, reached $500M ARR faster than any software company in history.
Learn about coding agentsOne-click migration from VS Code preserves all your settings, extensions, and workflows with zero friction.
Write entire features from natural language descriptions with minimal supervision, true AI pair programming.
View all free AI toolsCursor stands out with its multi-model AI choice, native GitHub integration, and coding agent capabilities. Unlike competitors locked to single models, Cursor offers flexibility with Claude 3.5 Sonnet, GPT-4o, and Gemini 1.5 Pro. Compare all features to find the right tool for your workflow.
Seamlessly integrates with the tools you already use
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