Cursor
8.3#1 in editor softwareFrom $8 a monthFree planiOSWebAPILinux
VisitCursor vs Visual Studio Code
Visual Studio Code
8.2#3 in text editorsFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Cursor | Visual Studio Code |
|---|---|---|
| Desktop platforms | The Cursor desktop app is available for macOS, Windows, and Linux. | VS Code runs on macOS, Linux, and Windows. |
| Enterprise controls | Enterprise includes repository, model, and MCP access controls, auto-run, browser and network controls, audit logs, and service accounts. | Organizations can restrict installable extensions and host a private extension marketplace. |
| Integrations | Documented integrations include GitHub, GitLab, Azure DevOps, Bitbucket, JetBrains, Slack, Linear, and MCP services. | The editor includes Git source control and can connect to GitHub Codespaces and remote development environments. |
| Product | Cursor describes itself as a coding agent for building ambitious software. | Visual Studio Code is a code editor with AI assisted development features. |
Cursor plans
- FreeFree
- HobbyFree
- Plus$8 a month
- Pro$20 a month
- Teams$30 a month
- Premium$30 a month
Visual Studio Code plans
- Visual Studio CodeFree
Pick Cursor if…
Cursor may suit developers who want model choice and agent-based coding workflows across desktop, terminal, Slack, or GitHub. Teams and enterprises may value the listed shared administration and access controls.
Pick Visual Studio Code if…
VS Code suits developers who want a free editor for desktop or browser coding, with built-in tools and a large extension library. It also fits users who want to combine AI agent workflows with direct coding, provided they have a GitHub account to start building with agents.