Okay so I’ve been using Copilot for a while but seeing all these AI coding tools popping up now…
Cursor seems to be the popular kid on the block rn but Windsurf caught my attention too?
Main questions:
- Which one actually helps you code faster?
- How’s the context understanding?
- Worth the subscription?
Currently doing full-stack JS/TS work. Would love to hear from people who’ve tried multiple! 👀
Been using all three for my projects! Here’s my take:
Cursor – Best overall for serious dev work. The context understanding is insane, feels like it actually reads your whole codebase. Worth the subscription IMO.
Windsurf – Good alternative, slightly cheaper. The UI is cleaner but not as powerful as Cursor for complex refactoring.
CoDev – More for beginners honestly. Good for learning but you’ll outgrow it fast.
My pick: Cursor for pro work, Windsurf if budget is tight. 🔥