Cursor
by Anysphere · San Francisco, USA · Founded 2022
AI code editor with agents that work across your repo
Reviewed by the the30top research team · Last reviewed 2026-10-27
Overview
Cursor is a code editor built around an AI agent that reads a repository, proposes multi-file changes and runs tasks, with cloud agents and Bugbot code review on paid plans. Anysphere became a subsidiary of SpaceX in August 2026, and the current pricing page sells plans bundled with Grok and X features, with third-party models billed separately at API list price. That structure makes monthly cost harder to forecast than a flat seat fee, which is the main caution for teams.
Our verdict
A leading agent-first editor with real depth for daily development. Budget carefully, because heavy use of non-Grok models is billed on top of the plan.
Best for
Engineers who want an agent-first editor and are happy to pay for usage beyond the plan.
Avoid if
You need a fixed, predictable per-seat cost with third-party models included.
Pros
- Strong multi-file agent inside a familiar editor
- Cloud agents and Bugbot review on paid plans
- Privacy Mode with a no-training commitment
Cons
- Third-party model usage is billed on top of the plan
- Plans are bundled with Grok and X features
- Now owned by SpaceX, which some buyers will weigh
Key capabilities
Frequently asked questions
How much does Cursor cost?
Cursor has a free plan, Plus at $8 per month (Grok models only), Premium at $30, Super at $100 and Ultra at $200. Teams starts at $30 per user. Third-party models are billed separately.
Does Cursor train on my code?
With Privacy Mode on, Cursor states it will not train on your data. Admins can enforce it for a whole team.
Who owns Cursor?
Anysphere, the maker of Cursor, became a wholly owned subsidiary of SpaceX after a deal that closed on August 14, 2026, according to Wikipedia.