Cursor vs Devin
Two of the most-asked-about agents in the coding space. Here's how they actually stack up.
Cursor
AI-first code editor built on top of VS Code
Free + $20/mo
Read full review →Devin
Autonomous AI software engineer that works on tickets end to end
From $500/mo
Read full review →Side-by-side comparison
| Cursor | Devin | |
|---|---|---|
| Tagline | AI-first code editor built on top of VS Code | Autonomous AI software engineer that works on tickets end to end |
| Pricing | Free + $20/mo | From $500/mo |
| Categories | coding, ide | coding, autonomous |
| Made by | Anysphere | Cognition |
| Launched | 2023-03 | 2024-03 |
| Platforms | macOS, Windows, Linux | Web, Cloud |
| Status | active | active |
Cursor highlights
- + Inline AI completions with project-wide context
- + Composer mode for multi-file edits from a single prompt
- + Agent mode for autonomous task execution
- + Tab completion that learns your patterns
- + Built-in chat with codebase indexing
Devin highlights
- + Cloud workspaces with browser, shell, and editor
- + Long-running autonomous task execution
- + Opens pull requests directly to your repo
- + Slack and Linear integrations
- + Memory across sessions for ongoing projects
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Cursor or Devin?
Neither is universally better. Cursor (Free + $20/mo) leans into coding, while Devin (From $500/mo) is closer to coding. Pick based on which workflow you actually do every day.
What is the price difference between Cursor and Devin?
Cursor is free + $20/mo. Devin is from $500/mo. See the pricing row in the comparison table.
Can I use Cursor and Devin together?
In most cases, yes. They serve overlapping but distinct needs, so running them side by side is common until you decide which fits your workflow.