Cursor vs Windsurf (Codeium)
Cursor | Windsurf (Codeium) | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ⭐ 4.7 / 5 | ⭐ 4.3 / 5 |
| Category | Development & no-code | Development & no-code |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Freemium |
| From | ~$20/month | Free / $15/month (Pro) |
| Ease of use | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| French interface | Yes | — |
| API | — | Yes |
| Website | Visit → | Visit → |
Our verdict: Cursor
For serious developers, it's a step above a simple autocomplete. The current reference for AI-assisted coding.
Our verdict: Windsurf (Codeium)
Recommended for developers seeking a solid, cheaper alternative to Cursor, with a generous free tier for autocompletion. Avoid if you need deep GitHub integration (prefer Copilot) or if advanced agentic features are priority (Cursor still leads on this in 2026).
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