Cursor
✓ VerifiedThe AI-native code editor with $1B+ ARR, 25+ models, and background agents on dedicated VMs
Our Review
Cursor has become the default choice for many developers who want an AI-first editor without leaving the VS Code ecosystem. Its Composer and Agent features let you describe multi-file changes in natural language, see diffs before applying them, and run commands with explicit approval. The combination of Tab (autocomplete), Composer (multi-file edits), and Agent (autonomous tasks) creates a workflow that stays close to traditional editing while adding significant AI assistance.
We found Cursor strongest when working across multiple files: refactoring a module, adding a new feature that touches several components, or debugging an issue that spans different parts of the codebase. The diff preview is clear, and the ability to approve or reject changes per hunk reduces the risk of unwanted edits. Privacy mode is a meaningful option for teams that cannot send code to third-party APIs.
Pricing has evolved: the Hobby tier offers limited usage, Pro at $20/month is the sweet spot for most individuals, and Teams adds SSO and central billing. Model choice also improved: Cursor now generally tracks newer OpenAI, Claude, and Gemini lines (including GPT-5.x/Codex-family access where available, Claude Sonnet 4.6 and Opus 4.6 tiers, and Gemini 3 Pro/Flash and Gemini 3.1 Pro preview paths depending on plan and account). Overall, Cursor delivers on its promise of an AI-powered editor that feels native rather than bolted on.
Review updated February 25, 2026.
About
Cursor is an AI-powered code editor built on a fork of VS Code by Anysphere, valued at $29.3B with over $1B in annual recurring revenue and 1M+ daily active users. It integrates AI directly into editing workflows with Supermaven-powered Tab autocomplete (sub-100ms latency), Composer for multi-file editing, and Agent mode for autonomous tasks. Cursor supports 25+ AI models including Claude Opus 4.5, Sonnet 4.6, GPT-5.2, and Gemini 2.5 Pro, and runs up to 20 concurrent background agents on dedicated AWS VMs for parallel development workflows.
Key Features
- ✓Supermaven-powered Tab autocomplete with sub-100ms latency and multi-line predictions
- ✓Agent Mode (Cmd+L): conversational AI that reads, writes, and modifies files across your project
- ✓Composer (Cmd+I): multi-file generation and editing from natural language
- ✓@Symbols: reference files, docs, URLs, or codebase context directly in prompts
- ✓.cursorrules: project-specific AI behavior configuration
- ✓Plan Mode: AI creates step-by-step plans before making changes
- ✓Visual Editor: see diffs and changes before accepting
- ✓Debug Mode: AI-assisted debugging with automatic error analysis
- ✓Memories: persistent context that carries across sessions
- ✓Background Agents: 10-20 concurrent cloud agents on AWS VMs
- ✓BugBot: automated PR code review with 70%+ issue resolution rate
- ✓MCP support for connecting to external tools
- ✓25+ AI models including Claude, GPT, and Gemini families
- ✓Built on VS Code (full extension compatibility)
- ✓Privacy mode (Zero data retention)
- ✓Codebase indexing with cpp-based engine for fast context retrieval
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 25+ AI models including Claude, GPT, and Gemini families
- Background agents on dedicated AWS VMs for parallel workflows
- Built on VS Code with full extension compatibility
Cons
- Pro tier starts at $20/month
- Premium requests are capped on lower tiers
Use Cases
- →Building full-stack applications with multi-file AI editing
- →Running 10-20 parallel background agents for concurrent feature development
- →Refactoring complex codebases with Plan Mode and visual diffs
- →Automated PR reviews with BugBot (70%+ auto-resolution)
- →Debugging errors with AI-assisted automatic error analysis
- →Learning new languages or frameworks with conversational Agent Mode
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cursor?
Cursor is an AI-powered code editor built on a fork of VS Code by Anysphere, valued at $29.3B with over $1B in annual recurring revenue and 1M+ daily active users. It integrates AI directly into editing workflows with Supermaven-powered Tab autocomplete (sub-100ms latency), Composer for multi-file editing, and Agent mode for autonomous tasks. Cursor supports 25+ AI models including Claude Opus 4.5, Sonnet 4.6, GPT-5.2, and Gemini 2.5 Pro, and runs up to 20 concurrent background agents on dedicated AWS VMs for parallel development workflows.
How much does Cursor cost?
Cursor offers freemium pricing. Plans include: Hobby: $0/month, Pro: $20/month, Pro+: $60/month, Ultra: $200/month, Teams: $40/user/month.
What programming languages does Cursor support?
Cursor supports 1+ programming languages including All languages supported by VS Code.
What AI models does Cursor use?
Cursor is powered by Claude Opus 4.5, Claude Sonnet 4.5, Claude Sonnet 4.6, GPT-5, GPT-5.2, GPT-4.1, Gemini 2.5 Pro, Gemini 3 Flash, Proprietary Composer model.
What platforms does Cursor support?
Cursor is available on macOS, Windows, Linux.
What can Cursor do?
Cursor provides code completion, code generation, debugging, AI chat, agentic/autonomous mode. Key features include: Supermaven-powered Tab autocomplete with sub-100ms latency and multi-line predictions, Agent Mode (Cmd+L): conversational AI that reads, writes, and modifies files across your project, Composer (Cmd+I): multi-file generation and editing from natural language.
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Pricing
Hobby
$0/month
- 2,000 completions per month
- 50 premium requests per month
- One-week Pro trial
Pro
$20/month
- Unlimited completions
- 500 premium requests per month
- All 25+ AI models
- Max Mode access
Pro+
$60/month
- Everything in Pro
- More premium requests
- Background Agents on dedicated VMs
- Priority access to new features
Ultra
$200/month
- Everything in Pro+
- Maximum premium request volume
- Up to 20 concurrent background agents
- Top priority routing
Teams
$40/user/month
- Everything in Pro
- Centralized billing
- Admin dashboard
- BugBot automated code review
- Privacy Mode enforcement
- SAML/OIDC SSO
Company
- Name
- Anysphere
- Founded
- 2022
- Location
- San Francisco, CA
- Users
- 1M+ daily active users
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