Cursor is a VS Code fork rebuilt from the ground up for AI-first development. It features multi-file editing (Composer), codebase-aware chat, automatic bug fixing, and the ability to apply AI changes across your entire project. Many developers consider it a generational leap over GitHub Copilot.
Pros
- ✅ Multi-file AI edits
- ✅ Codebase-aware context
- ✅ Built on VS Code (familiar)
- ✅ Composer for large changes
- ✅ Free tier available
Cons
- ❌ Free tier limited
- ❌ Newer and less battle-tested than Copilot
Best For
Developers who want the most powerful AI coding experience in a full IDE