Comparison
Cursor vs GitHub Copilot vs Windsurf
A side-by-side look at three popular AI coding assistants and editors, drawn from their index records.
| Dimension | Cursor | GitHub Copilot | Windsurf |
|---|---|---|---|
| Company | Anysphere | GitHub (Microsoft) | Cognition |
| Category | Coding & Developer Tools | Coding & Developer Tools | Coding & Developer Tools |
| Business model | Freemium | Freemium | Freemium |
| Launched | 2023-03 | 2022-06 | 2024-11 |
| Availability | Global | Global | Global |
| Updated | 2026-09-04 | 2026-09-04 | 2026-07-30 |
Details are drawn from each product's record and reflect its last-updated date.