Windsurf (Devin Desktop) pricing & review
The AI IDE value pick — Cursor-class features with the strongest free tier among editor forks.
Last checked September 27, 2026
Overview
Windsurf (formerly Codeium, acquired by Cognition in 2025) was renamed Devin Desktop on June 2, 2026, keeping the editor, extensions, settings and plans. It offers the Cascade agent, JetBrains support and enterprise compliance. Pro is $20/mo (up from $15 in 2026; earlier subscribers keep $15) with a $200 Max tier and Teams at $80/mo plus $40 per seat. Its free tier with unlimited tab completions remains one of the most generous among AI editors.
Feature highlights
- Cascade autonomous agent
- Unlimited free completions
- JetBrains + VS Code
- EU compliance options
- SWE-1.5 fast model
- Flow-state context awareness
Pros and cons
Pros
- Strongest free tier of AI IDEs
- Enterprise/EU compliance
- Agent quality near Cursor
Cons
- Price rose in 2026
- Rebranded to Devin Desktop in June 2026
- Quotas can pinch sprints
Best for
Windsurf (Devin Desktop) is best suited to developers wanting cursor-level capability with a real free tier. If that matches your needs, the free plan is a low-risk way to try it.
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Windsurf (Devin Desktop) FAQ
Does Windsurf (Devin Desktop) have a free plan?
Yes. Generous free tier with unlimited tab completions.
How much does Windsurf (Devin Desktop) cost?
Windsurf (Devin Desktop) starts at $20/mo (Pro). Windsurf was renamed Devin Desktop on June 2, 2026 by Cognition; plans carried over. Pro is $20/mo, Max $200/mo, Teams $80/mo base plus $40 per full seat. Pre-March 2026 Pro subscribers keep $15/mo. The highest known plan is $200/mo (Max).
Who is Windsurf (Devin Desktop) best for?
Windsurf (Devin Desktop) is best for developers wanting cursor-level capability with a real free tier.
Does Windsurf (Devin Desktop) offer an API?
No, Windsurf (Devin Desktop) does not currently offer a public API.
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