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Cursor vs GitHub Copilot

Detailed side-by-side comparison to help you choose the right AI tool for your needs.

Feature
C
Cursor
Freemium
G
GitHub Copilot
Paid
CategoryDevelopmentAI Code
DescriptionAI-powered code editorAI-powered code completion and suggestion tool
Starting Price$20/month$10/mo
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Key Features
  • AI code generation
  • Chat interface
  • Code editing
  • Multiple models
  • VS Code compatibility
  • Real-time code suggestions
  • Multi-language support
  • Copilot Chat integration
  • Test generation
  • Documentation generation
Pros
  • Built-in AI chat
  • VS Code compatible
  • Fast and responsive
  • Dramatically increases productivity
  • Excellent IDE integration
  • Understands context well
Cons
  • Newer tool
  • Some VS Code features missing
  • Requires subscription for full features
  • Subscription required
  • Can suggest incorrect code
  • May suggest copyrighted code
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Which One Should You Choose?

Both Cursor and GitHub Copilot are excellent AI tools in their respective domains. Your choice depends on your specific needs:

  • Choose Cursor if you need ai-powered code editor. It has a free tier with premium features available.
  • Choose GitHub Copilot if you need ai-powered code completion and suggestion tool.