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