Best Cursor alternatives
Prefer something other than Cursor? These are the alternatives we rate most highly, with how they compare on price and strengths.
Top Cursor alternatives
01 4.6FreeFull review →
GitHub Copilot
GitHub's official AI coding assistant with the most polished IDE integration; moved to usage-based billing in June 2026.
02 4.6FreeFull review →
Windsurf (Devin Desktop)
Formerly Windsurf - renamed Devin Desktop in 2026, Cognition's AI IDE and agent command center.
03 4.4FreeFull review →
Codeium
A largely free AI code completion and chat tool supporting 70+ languages and many IDEs.
FAQ
What is the best alternative to Cursor?
Our top Cursor alternatives are GitHub Copilot, Windsurf (Devin Desktop), Codeium.
Is there a free Cursor alternative?
Yes — several Cursor alternatives offer a free tier. Check each tool's pricing on its page.