Cursor pricing & review
The leading AI-native code editor, with agentic multi-file editing and parallel cloud agents.
Last checked July 24, 2026
Overview
Cursor is a VS Code fork rebuilt around AI: tab completions, Composer multi-file edits, and autonomous agents. Pro is $20/mo; Pro+ $60 and Ultra $200 for heavy usage under the credit system introduced in 2025. It crossed $1B ARR in under two years and added JetBrains support in March 2026. Free tier is evaluation-only.
Feature highlights
- Agentic Composer edits
- Fast tab completion
- Cloud and parallel agents
- Multi-model (Claude, GPT, Gemini)
- Privacy mode
- JetBrains support (2026)
Pros and cons
Pros
- Best-in-class agent capability
- Fast, context-aware completions
- Model choice per task
Cons
- Credits opaque for heavy users
- $60-200 tiers for power use
- Free tier too small for real work
Best for
Cursor is best suited to professional developers who want the strongest agentic coding. If that matches your needs, the free plan is a low-risk way to try it.
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Cursor FAQ
Does Cursor have a free plan?
Yes. Limited free tier — enough to evaluate, not for daily work.
How much does Cursor cost?
Cursor starts at $20/mo (Pro). Pro+ at $60/mo. Credit-based billing; heavy agent use consumes credits fast. Business $40/seat. The highest known plan is $200/mo (Ultra).
Who is Cursor best for?
Cursor is best for professional developers who want the strongest agentic coding.
Does Cursor offer an API?
No, Cursor does not currently offer a public API.
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