Windsurf
Windsurf
AI-native editor with the Cascade agent for project-scoped, multi-step code changes.
Our editorial assessment as of Jun 4, 2026, based on the public sources listed below.
Rank in Coding Assistant
#4
Tier
A
Score
82.0
Underlying model
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Strengths
- Cascade agent handles structural, project-aware edits
- Solid free tier and approachable pricing
- Frequent feature updates through 2025-2026
Considerations
- Smaller ecosystem and plugin base than VS Code
- Agent edits can need review on larger codebases
- Limited 2025 enterprise-scale track record
Price
Free tier · paid from ~$15/user/mo
Score breakdown
Performance
84.0
Reputation
82.0
Price
80.0
Recency
88.0
Verification status
Each field carries its own re-verification date. Amber means older than 90 days — treat those figures as stale until re-checked.
Sources
- AI coding tools 2026: complete guide to every tool, pricing, and workflowAccessed: 2026-06-03
- AI Coding Tools Pricing 2026: The Real Costs | IJONISAccessed: 2026-06-03
- AI Coding Assistants Comparison 2026 | SeediumAccessed: 2026-06-03
- Best AI Coding Agents for 2026: Real-World Developer ReviewsAccessed: 2026-05-26
- Top 15 AI Coding Assistant Tools to Try in 2026Accessed: 2026-05-13
- Top AI Coding Assistants in 2026: Features, Pricing & Best PicksAccessed: 2026-05-13