Best Windsurf alternatives

Prefer something other than Windsurf? These are the alternatives we rate most highly, with how they compare on price and strengths.

Top Windsurf alternatives

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GitHub's official AI coding assistant with the most polished IDE integration.

An enterprise-grade AI coding platform from Chaitin — open-source with self-hosting support.

What is the best alternative to Windsurf?

Our top Windsurf alternatives are Cursor, GitHub Copilot, MonkeyCode.

Is there a free Windsurf alternative?

Yes — several Windsurf alternatives offer a free tier. Check each tool's pricing on its page.