Windsurf
Next-gen AI IDE that blends copilot and agent modes. Wave 13 introduced autonomous multi-step workflows, letting the AI plan, code, test, and iterate across your entire project.
Pricing verified 2025-06-01
Overview
Windsurf (formerly Codeium) has rapidly evolved into one of the most capable AI IDEs, distinguishing itself with a seamless blend of copilot assistance and autonomous agent capabilities. Wave 13 introduced truly autonomous workflows where the AI can plan, implement, test, and iterate on features with minimal human intervention.
Its Cascade feature acts as a persistent AI architect that understands your entire project context and can execute complex multi-step coding tasks while explaining its reasoning. The combination of speed, accuracy, and autonomous capability makes it a top choice for developers who want maximum productivity.
Key features
Agent Mode
Cascade agent plans and executes multi-step coding tasks autonomously, handling file creation, editing, and terminal commands.
Autonomous
AI can independently plan features, write code, run tests, and fix issues with minimal human input.
Multi-step
Complex workflows handled in sequence β from architecture design to implementation to testing.
Pricing
Free tier: Unlimited basic completions forever
| Plan | Price | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Unlimited basic completions, limited premium credits |
| Pro | $15/mo | Unlimited premium completions, Cascade agent |
| Team | $35/mo/user | Admin controls, SSO, priority support |
Unlimited basic completions, limited premium credits
Unlimited premium completions, Cascade agent
Admin controls, SSO, priority support
Pros & cons
Pros
- βPowerful autonomous agent capabilities
- βGenerous free tier with unlimited completions
- βExcellent multi-step task execution
- βFast and responsive editor
Cons
- ΓNewer tool with smaller community
- ΓAgent mode can sometimes go off-track
- ΓLess mature extension ecosystem than VS Code
- ΓHeavy resource usage during agent tasks
How it compares
| Tool | Best for | Pricing | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsurf | β | Freemium | 9.1/10 |
| Cursor | β | Freemium | 9.5/10 |
| GitHub Copilot | β | From $10/mo | 9.3/10 |
| v0 by Vercel | β | Free tier + Premium $20/mo | 9/10 |