Quick Summary
Cursor
An AI-powered IDE built on Visual Studio Code, offering advanced autocomplete, natural language commands, and collaborative coding tools.
Rating:
4.5/5
GitHub Copilot
An AI-powered coding assistant integrated into IDEs, offering intelligent code suggestions, documentation, and real-time collaboration.
Rating:
4.7/5
Tool Overview
2nd
Cursor
Agentic AI Assistant
1st
GitHub Copilot
AI Assistant
Features
Features
| Feature | GitHub Copilot | Cursor |
|---|---|---|
| Subtype | Plugin, Web App | IDE |
| Recommendation | Recommended | Recommended |
| Code Autocompletion | Generates entire code blocks contextually | — |
| Multi-Language Support | Supports Python, JavaScript, Ruby, C++, and more | — |
| Interactive Chat | Natural language queries for troubleshooting | — |
| Code Documentation | Automated generation of comments and documentation | — |
| Collaborative Tools | Summarize pull requests, propose changes, and assist in collaborative coding | — |
| Integrated Debugging | Real-time debugging suggestions | — |
| AI Model Compatibility | — | Compatible with OpenAI GPT models |
| Intelligent Code Assistance | — | Context-aware suggestions and multi-line code completion |
| Natural Language Commands | — | Translate plain English into executable code |
| Multi-File Editing | — | Efficient simultaneous refactoring across multiple files |
| Real-Time Collaboration | — | Shared rules and collaborative AI workflows |
| Terminal Integration | — | Natural language conversion to terminal commands |
Pricing
Pricing Plans
| Plan | GitHub Copilot | Cursor |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 Basic access with API key requirements | $0 Basic features with API key requirement for advanced capabilities |
| Pro | $10/month Enhanced code completion and debugging | $19/month Enhanced AI workflows and advanced integrations |
| Enterprise | Custom Advanced security, scalability, and team tools | Custom Scalable team-focused features and dedicated support |
Pros & Cons
Cursor
Pros
- •Advanced AI autocomplete with contextual awareness
- •Powerful multi-file editing capabilities
- •Seamless integration with Git and VS Code extensions
- •Natural language terminal commands for simplified workflows
Cons
- •Steep learning curve for advanced features
- •Requires API key for full functionality
- •Limited offline usability
GitHub Copilot
Pros
- •Context-aware and intelligent code suggestions
- •Strong integration with major IDEs like VS Code and JetBrains
- •Automated documentation and pull request generation
- •Supports multiple programming languages
Cons
- •Occasional incorrect code suggestions
- •Limited customization of AI behavior
- •Requires API keys for advanced functionality
Our Recommendation
Based on the comparison above, we recommend GitHub Copilot for most users because:
- Best overall feature set
- Competitive pricing
- Strong user ratings