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Head-to-Head Specification Audit
Cursor vs Windsurf (Codeium)
Software Development Teams · South Africa
Specification Matrix
| Metric | Cursor | Windsurf (Codeium) |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $20/mo | $15/moBetter |
| API Rate Limit | 600 req/minBetter | 500 req/min |
| Target Country | South Africa | Global |
| Category | AI Development Tools | AI Development Tools |
| Compliance | SOC2 | SOC2 |
| Hosting Regions | US, EU | US, EU |
| Native Integrations | 4 listedBetter | 4 listed |
Cursor — Key Specs
- ✓AI-native code editor
- ✓GPT-4 + Claude models built-in
- ✓Codebase context awareness
- ✓Tab completion + chat
- ✓40× faster than Copilot for refactoring
Windsurf (Codeium) — Key Specs
- ✓Free tier available
- ✓Context-aware AI flows
- ✓Faster than Cursor for solo developers
- ✓Works offline for some features
Frequently Asked Questions
What is cheaper, Cursor or Windsurf (Codeium)?+
Windsurf (Codeium) starts at $15/mo, which is lower than Cursor at $20/mo.
Which tool is better for compliance — Cursor or Windsurf (Codeium)?+
Both support SOC2.
Which has a higher API rate limit — Cursor or Windsurf (Codeium)?+
Cursor has a higher API rate limit at 600 requests per minute. Cursor: 600 req/min. Windsurf (Codeium): 500 req/min.
Which tool is better suited for South Africa?+
Cursor is evaluated for Software Development Teams in South Africa with hosting regions: US, EU. Windsurf (Codeium) has hosting regions: US, EU. For data residency in South Africa, check each vendor's data processing agreements.
Data last verified: 25 June 2026
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