Cursor is an AI-native code editor built on VS Code, with AI models integrated deeply enough to understand and edit across an entire codebase rather than working file-by-file.
Its Agent mode goes further than autocomplete. It can analyze a requirement, plan the implementation, write the code, run tests, and fix bugs it finds, which matters for designers doing "vibe coding" prototypes as much as for professional developers.
Designers and developers building real, functioning prototypes or products with AI assistance who want a full IDE rather than a browser-based builder; less suited to someone who just wants a quick, disposable demo.
Free Hobby tier includes a 2-week Pro trial plus limited completions and requests. Pro is $20/month for unlimited Tab completions and extended agent usage; Pro+ is $60/month, Ultra $200/month. Billing is credit-based on top of the plan price.
