What is Cursor?
Cursor is a code editor with built-in AI from Anysphere, which describes it as a coding agent for building ambitious software. It understands the context of your codebase, so you can ask questions about it, request changes that span several files, and review proposed edits before accepting them. Agents can work autonomously and in parallel on tasks, and Cursor lets you choose between AI models for different jobs. It runs as a desktop app on Windows, macOS and Linux. AI-generated code still needs testing and review like any other change, and usage of AI features is subject to plan limits.
Best for: Developers who want AI assistance woven into their everyday editor and codebase.
Useful for
Codebase questions
Ask how part of a project works and get answers grounded in its files.
Multi-file changes
Describe a change and review edits proposed across several files.
Delegated tasks
Hand well-defined tasks to agents and review the results.
Key capabilities
- AI-native code editor for Windows, macOS and Linux.
- Uses codebase context to answer questions and propose edits.
- Multi-file edits with review before accepting.
- Autonomous agents that can run tasks in parallel.
- Choice of AI models for different tasks.
Limitations and considerations
- AI-written code can be wrong or insecure — keep tests and code review in place.
- AI usage is subject to plan limits; check the official pricing page.
- Consider your organisation's policy on sending source code to AI services.
Pricing model
Free with paid options
Free tier available, with paid individual and team plans.
Current prices on the official siteCommon questions
- Is Cursor free?
- There is a free tier with limited AI usage, plus paid plans. See the official pricing page for current details.
- Which operating systems does Cursor support?
- Cursor is a desktop app for Windows, macOS and Linux.
- Does Cursor replace code review?
- No. It can propose and explain changes, but you should still test and review code before shipping.
Sources
Curated from official product and pricing pages. Not hands-on tested by Pithmark.
