Cursor
An AI-first code editor with an agent that can plan and make multi-file changes across your codebase.
What is Cursor?
Cursor is a code editor built around AI, based on the VS Code codebase so extensions and settings feel familiar. It combines fast AI autocomplete with chat and an agent that can understand your project, edit multiple files, run terminal commands and iterate on errors.
Cursor's appeal is that AI isn't bolted on; the whole editor is designed around it. Its tab completion predicts multi-line edits, and you can select code and describe a change in plain language.
The agent goes further. Give it a task, such as adding a feature or fixing a failing test, and it searches the codebase for context, plans changes, edits files and can run commands, showing you diffs to accept or reject. Cursor has also introduced background agents that work on tasks in a remote environment.
Because it's VS Code-based, most developers can switch with little friction and keep their extensions, themes and keybindings. Cursor supports models from several providers and lets teams set rules that guide how the AI writes code for their project.
Key features of Cursor
- Agent mode: Plans and makes multi-file changes, runs commands and iterates on results.
- Tab completion: Predicts your next edit, often across several lines.
- Codebase-aware chat: Ask questions with relevant files pulled in as context.
- Inline edits: Select code and describe the change you want.
- Project rules: Set conventions the AI follows in your codebase.
What you can use Cursor for
- Building features across several files
- Refactoring and code cleanups
- Understanding an unfamiliar codebase
- Writing and fixing tests
Pros and considerations
Strengths
- Deep AI integration throughout the editor
- Familiar VS Code foundation
- Strong agent capabilities for multi-step tasks
Things to check
- Heavy agent use can hit plan usage limits
- Changes need careful review, like any contribution
- Teams should review privacy settings for code
Cursor pricing
Freemium. Cursor has a free tier and paid plans for individuals and businesses with different usage limits; check the official site for current pricing.
Who Cursor is best for
Developers who want an editor where AI handles a large share of routine coding and multi-file changes.
Independent listing by AI Agent Help, last reviewed October 2026. Features and pricing change; check the official website for the latest details. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cursor free?
There's a free tier with limited usage; paid plans add more.
Can I use my VS Code extensions?
Most VS Code extensions work because Cursor is built on the same foundation.
What can the Cursor agent do?
It can search your codebase, edit multiple files, run commands and iterate until a task is done, with you reviewing changes.