--- title: Cursor Reviews meta\_title: 'Cursor Reviews 2026: Details, Pricing, & Features | G2' meta\_description: Filter 312 reviews by the users' company size, role or industry to find out how Cursor works for a business like yours. aggregate\_rating: rating\_value: 4.6 review\_count: 312 scale: '5' date\_modified: '2026-08-10' parent\_category: name: Generative AI url: https://www.g2.com/categories/generative-ai --- # Cursor Reviews & Product Details Visit Website Cursor is an agentic coding platform for enterprises building ambitious software. With access to frontier models, developers can focus on higher-level direction, while agents drive implementation and code review. Used by 64% of Fortune 500 companies, Cursor accelerates software development without compromising quality, control, or security. Key Features and Functionality: - Agentic development workflows: Cursor helps developers delegate coding tasks to agents while staying in control of direction, review, and iteration. Teams can use Cursor across desktop, CLI, web, and mobile for a consistent workflow wherever they work. - Cloud Agents: Cursor supports cloud-based agents for longer-running and more scalable development tasks. Recent Cloud Agents API updates added durable agents, run-scoped follow-ups, streaming, cancellation, and clearer lifecycle controls for managing agent work in the cloud. - Code review and parallel execution: Recent releases introduced a new PR review experience with inline review threads, commit history, and a file-tree changes picker, along with support for building in parallel and splitting work into reviewable PRs automatically. - Next-action prediction: Cursor Tab provides fast, context-aware code completion that predicts the next action, suggests multi-line edits, and helps developers move through routine coding tasks with less manual effort. - Context visibility and control: Context Usage Breakdown gives developers visibility into how agent context is spent across rules, skills, MCPs, and subagents, making it easier to diagnose issues and improve setup quality. - Enterprise admin controls and analytics: Cursor includes more granular model access controls, updated spend management with soft limits and intelligent alerts, and usage analytics that can be filtered by user and broken down by product surface. - Security Review: Cursor Security Review adds always-on security agents for PR review and codebase scanning. These agents can identify vulnerabilities, auth regressions, privacy and data-handling risks, outdated dependencies, and configuration issues, while integrating with existing security tooling. - Custom extensions and team distribution: Team Marketplace makes it easier for organizations to distribute and manage plugins that bundle MCP servers, skills, subagents, rules, and hooks, helping standardize how teams extend Cursor. - Programmable automation with the Cursor SDK: Cursor SDK enables teams to build programmatic agents with the same runtime, harness, and models that power Cursor, extending agent workflows beyond the IDE into custom automations and internal tools. Primary Value and User Solutions: Cursor helps engineering organizations accelerate software development without compromising quality, control, or security. It gives developers a faster way to write, review, and improve code, while giving platform and engineering leaders the visibility and governance they need to manage usage at scale. By combining agentic development, cloud execution, enterprise controls, extensibility, and built-in security capabilities, Cursor supports teams that want to ship ambitious software more efficiently and with greater confidence. * * * Product Website Cursor Seller [Cursor](https://www.g2.com/sellers/cursor) Discussions [Cursor Community](https://www.g2.com/products/cursor/discuss) Solution Type Best-of-Breed Overview by Josh Kim Show More ## Pricing Pricing provided by Cursor. ### Hobby Free With One-Time Purchase [ View More Pricing Information ](https://www.g2.com/products/cursor/pricing) ## Cursor Integrations (46) What do users say about integrations? 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MA Muhammed A. Technical Project Manager Information Technology and Services Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 8/1/2026 "AI-Native Coding in Cursor That Fits Right Into the VS Code Workflow" 4/5 What do you like best about Cursor? The AI integration in Cursor feels genuinely woven into the coding workflow instead of bolted on as an afterthought. Inline code generation and chat-based editing pull context from the whole codebase, not just the open file, so suggestions actually match existing architecture and coding patterns rather than generic boilerplate. Tab-to-accept autocomplete is fast and often predicts multi-line edits correctly, saving a lot of repetitive typing during daily development. The interface stays close to a familiar VS Code layout, so there's almost no learning curve coming from that ecosystem — getting started took minutes rather than a real onboarding process. Extensions and settings carry over smoothly, and the editor stays responsive even in larger projects with many open files. Integration with existing Git workflows and terminal usage feels seamless, and referencing specific files or symbols directly in a prompt makes debugging and refactoring noticeably quicker than switching to a separate AI tool. On pricing, the value holds up well against the time it saves — faster iteration and fewer context switches easily justify the subscription cost for a small technical team. Support has been reliable when needed, with documentation that covers most common issues, so there's rarely a wait to keep moving. Overall it's become a core part of the day-to-day coding process. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Cursor? Pricing gets frustrating once usage scales — the fast request limits on the standard plan get consumed quickly on larger codebases, and hitting that ceiling mid-task means either slowing down to conserve requests or upgrading to a higher tier sooner than expected. More transparency around real-time usage consumption would help, since right now it's often only clear after the fact. Performance can also dip on very large repositories — indexing takes noticeably longer, and the context window occasionally doesn't fully capture relevant files scattered across a big project, so suggestions miss dependencies living outside the immediate working directory. That means double-checking generated code more carefully on bigger builds than on smaller ones. The AI still occasionally hallucinates function signatures or library APIs that don't actually exist, especially with less common packages or internal libraries it hasn't seen much of, so verification against actual documentation remains necessary rather than optional. Multi-file refactors sometimes need manual cleanup afterward since the model doesn't always catch every downstream reference that needs updating. Onboarding new team members to the AI-specific features (custom rules, context management, model selection) takes more explanation than just picking up a standard editor, since getting real value out of it requires understanding how to prompt and scope context effectively. Minor learning curve, but it's there. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Cursor solving and how is that benefiting you? Cursor is solving the friction of context-switching between writing code and getting AI assistance — instead of copying code into a separate chat window and pasting suggestions back, everything happens inline within the actual editor. This has meaningfully sped up day-to-day development, especially for repetitive tasks like writing boilerplate, generating test cases, and drafting initial implementations of well-understood patterns. It's also cut down significantly on time spent debugging, since the AI can scan across multiple files to spot the source of an error rather than manually tracing through the codebase file by file. For a small technical team without dedicated resources for every specialization, this has been a real force multiplier — junior or less experienced developers can move faster on unfamiliar parts of the stack because the AI helps bridge knowledge gaps in real time, whether that's an unfamiliar library, a new framework pattern, or legacy code someone else wrote. Refactoring large codebases has become considerably less tedious too. What used to mean manually updating dozens of related files can now be scoped and handled in a single pass with AI assistance, with far fewer missed references than doing it by hand. On the documentation side, having AI help generate and maintain inline comments and docstrings has improved code readability across the team, which matters a lot given multiple people touch the same codebase over time. The net benefit has been faster iteration cycles overall — less time spent on mechanical, repetitive work means more time available for actual architecture decisions, business logic, and problem-solving that requires real judgment. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Our network of Icons are G2 members who are recognized for their outstanding contributions and commitment to helping others through their expertise.G2 IconCurrent UserValidated ReviewerSource: G2 invite ![Hitarth Anand R.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Hitarth Anand R.") HR Hitarth Anand R. Software Engineer Computer Software Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 7/30/2026 "AI that actually fits into the development workflow" 4/5 What do you like best about Cursor? What I like most about Cursor is that it feels like an IDE first and an AI tool second, which means I'm the guy in the chair. The AI is deeply integrated into the development workflow instead of feeling like a separate chatbot. Features like editing across multiple files, understanding the codebase context and making targeted changes save a lot time compared to constantly copying code back and forth. I also appreciate that cursor doesn't try to replace the developer. It speeds up repetitive work, helps me navigate unfamiliar code, and lets me stay focused on solving the actual problem. It strikes a good balance between automation and keeping me in control, which makes it something i can use throughhout the day rather than occasionally Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Cursor? Sometimes the AI makes broad changes when i want a small, targeted edit. It can also lose context in very large or complex codebases. Occasionally, the suggested code looks correct but misses subtle project specific details. I would also like more transparency into why it chooses edits or approaches Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Cursor solving and how is that benefiting you? Cursor reduces the time spent on repetitive coding tasks like refactoring, debugging and boilerplate generation. It understands the project context, so I spend less time explaining my code. This lets me stay focused on solving problems instead of switching between tools. As a result, I'm able to build features faster and maintain better development flow. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerSource: Organic Review from User Profile ![Antonio T.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Antonio T.") AT Antonio T. Cloud Solutions Architect & Security Lead Information Technology and Services Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 7/29/2026 "A brutal productivity boost, although it consumes quite a lot of resources" 3.5/5 What do you like best about Cursor? That the AI is embedded in the core of the editor and not attached with a side widget. The autocomplete with Tab is super fast and being able to launch refactorings that affect multiple files at once from Composer saves you a lot of time. Being a fork of VS Code, the learning curve is zero; you open your workspace, it indexes the project, and you're working from the first minute. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Cursor? RAM consumption gets spammed quite a bit when indexing large repositories, and sometimes the credit system falls short if you push Composer hard daily. It would also be cool if the context management allowed for a bit more manual fine-tuning of the files to ignore. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Cursor solving and how is that benefiting you? It takes the heavy carpentry off my shoulders: writing repetitive code, assembling types, and searching for documentation. By indexing the entire project, I can request refactorings that touch multiple files at once without having to manually copy and paste context. In the end, it translates into developing much faster and focusing on logic and architecture instead of wasting time on mechanical tasks. Regarding integrations, being a direct fork of VS Code, you can import all your extensions, themes, and previous configuration with a click, and it connects very well with GitHub/GitLab repositories and external documentation through the option to add custom docs. In terms of ROI, the impact is immediate: with the monthly subscription, you recover those work hours in the first few days of use just with the time you save from writing repetitive code and migrating files. In terms of support and onboarding, the curve is flat. The onboarding literally takes two minutes because it brings all your VS Code configuration at once, without having to relearn shortcuts or reinstall tools. On the support side, the community in its forum is super active and they release updates almost every week, fixing bugs and incorporating the latest models as they come out, so you never get stuck with an obsolete version. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerSource: Organic Review from User ProfileAI Translated ![Harsh D.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Harsh D.") HD Harsh D. full-stack software developer Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 6/10/2026 "Easy to Use, Flexible AI Models That Boost Productivity" 3.5/5 What do you like best about Cursor? Cursor has been great to work with. It’s easy to use, and I especially like that it offers different AI models I can switch between depending on what I need in the moment. That flexibility makes it far more useful across different types of tasks. Overall, it feels like a powerful tool that helps me get work done faster and more efficiently. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Cursor? One thing I dislike about Cursor is that when using Frontier models, it's not always clear how quickly API limits are being consumed. For larger or more complex tasks, the usage can add up faster than expected, which sometimes interrupts my workflow. I would appreciate more transparency and control over API usage so it's easier to manage limits and avoid unexpected restrictions. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Cursor solving and how is that benefiting you? Cursor helps me develop software faster by reducing the time I spend on routine tasks like writing boilerplate code, debugging issues, and searching for answers online. Having AI assistance directly inside the editor makes it easier to understand existing code and implement new features. As a result, I can focus more on solving problems and building products rather than getting stuck on small technical details. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerSource: Organic ![Elias L.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Elias L.") EL Elias L. Developer Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 6/4/2026 "Intuitive UI with Helpful ASK/PLAN Modes and Easy Agent Control" 4/5 What do you like best about Cursor? Nice intuitive UI. Easy to see what agent I'm using. Easy to add rules files. Easy to INTERRUPT the agent by force submission (this is often more complicated in other UIs). I really like the ASK and PLAN modes too. Especially ASK is a sort of read only mode which is very nice. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Cursor? I dislike the formatting of code in the UI, very annoying: that there are blocks indicating what changed, I mean its nice when I click a file in the commit panel but when I have committed, all these formatting should just clear out. I NEVER use the buttons for keep all and stuff. I also dislike that there are 3 views of the same file; like normal view, change view and even one more (dont remember). I expect all views to be editable and display the same thing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Cursor solving and how is that benefiting you? Cursor codes really quickly and allows me to be kept in the loop while doing so. CUrsor has OWN models which are cheap and priceworthy (I have followed the composers and now with 2.5 I think you have a good thing going). I ASSUME I like cursors prompting towards models because I get a slightly different claude via cursor than I get via Claude Code and to a high extent I prefer the cursor flavour. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: Seller invite ![Amit K.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Amit K.") AK Amit K. Jr. Web Developer Information Technology and Services Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 5/25/2026 "Cursor Delivers a Smooth IDE Experience with Effortless In-File Edits and Reverts" 4/5 What do you like best about Cursor? I like the IDE experience in Cursor, especially compared with other tools like Claude Code and Pi Agent. I can easily review code changes just by opening the files, and it’s straightforward to revert changes when needed. Sometimes I only need a bit of fine-tuning on the current edits, and Cursor makes it easy to build on top of the work that’s already been done. I also don’t have to explain things to the AI model again and again—I can just have it go and make the change directly in the file. The file history feature is also helpful when I need to revert a specific file. On top of that, it’s easy to configure MCP servers, and I like that there’s a GUI-based configuration option as well. However the Auto mode is less intelligent and using premium models is expensive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Cursor? The Pricing and less intelligent in house models. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Cursor solving and how is that benefiting you? Cursor has been a perfect ally for working with large codebases, striking a solid balance between fully autonomous agents and clear observability into the changes being made. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Meet S.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Meet S.") MS Meet S. Software Engineer Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.) 5/22/2026 "Cursor Feels Like a True Developer Tool—Fast, Flexible, and Incredibly Productive" 4/5 What do you like best about Cursor? What I like best about Cursor is that it feels like an actual coding tool built for developers instead of just an AI chatbot inside an editor. The biggest difference for me is the tab completion experience. Unlike CLI agents that generate code somewhat blindly and make broad changes without much visibility, Cursor keeps you in control. You can see suggestions inline as you code, accept them piece by piece, and guide the implementation naturally instead of handing over the entire task. The contextual autocomplete is incredibly good for real development work. It understands the surrounding files, existing patterns, variable names, and architecture, so the suggestions often feel like something I would have written myself. It saves a huge amount of time on repetitive coding, refactoring, boilerplate generation, and debugging. I also really like how flexible the platform is. Being able to choose different AI models or connect your own API keys is a huge advantage. Different models work better for different tasks, and Cursor gives you the freedom to optimize for speed, quality, or cost depending on the workflow. That flexibility makes it much more practical than tools that lock you into a single model. From a performance standpoint, Cursor feels fast and responsive even on larger projects. The inline suggestions appear quickly enough that they don’t interrupt flow, and the editor itself still feels lightweight because it builds on the VS Code ecosystem. I was able to keep my existing extensions and setup without needing to rebuild my workflow. The onboarding experience was also smooth. Since the interface is familiar, it only took a few hours to fully integrate Cursor into my daily workflow. The documentation and setup around models and API keys are straightforward, especially for developers already comfortable working with AI tools. In terms of ROI, Cursor has easily paid for itself through time saved. Tasks like writing repetitive code, debugging, refactoring, and understanding unfamiliar codebases are significantly faster now. It reduces a lot of the small friction points that normally slow development down throughout the day. Overall, Cursor improves productivity without taking control away from the developer. It enhances the coding experience instead of trying to automate everything blindly, and that balance is what makes it genuinely valuable. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Cursor? One thing Cursor could improve is consistency across different AI models and workflows. While the flexibility to choose models and connect your own API keys is a huge advantage, the quality of responses and edits can vary depending on the provider. Sometimes one model handles context perfectly while another loses track of project structure or makes overly broad changes. Smarter defaults and better guidance around model selection would make the experience smoother. The AI can also occasionally become too aggressive with edits when using larger code actions. In some cases it rewrites more code than necessary or changes files outside the intended scope. It is still better than fully autonomous CLI agents because Cursor keeps the developer in control through inline suggestions and reviewable edits, but the AI can still feel overconfident at times. Performance is generally very good, but there are occasional stability issues around extensions and AI panels. I have run into situations where extensions like Codex fail to load properly, get stuck on loading screens, or disappear entirely until Cursor is fully restarted. This does not happen constantly, but when it does, it interrupts workflow and can be frustrating during longer coding sessions. There are multiple similar reports from other users around extension loading and chat panel reliability as well. ([GitHub][1]) On larger repositories, indexing and context retrieval can also become inconsistent. Sometimes suggestions lose relevance or the AI misses nearby context that feels like it should have been included automatically. Pricing can also become a consideration for heavier users, especially when using premium models with API-based billing. The flexibility is great, but costs can increase quickly if you use high-end reasoning models throughout the day. Better usage analytics and optimization suggestions inside the product would help users manage spend more effectively. From a UI perspective, the core editor experience is excellent because it builds on VS Code, but some AI-related controls and settings still feel scattered across multiple menus. Features like indexing behavior, model routing, permissions, and agent configuration could be organized more clearly. Support and onboarding are solid overall, but newer users may not immediately understand the workflows that make Cursor truly powerful. The tool becomes significantly better once you learn how to guide the AI properly, combine chat with inline editing, and use different models strategically. More advanced onboarding examples and workflow templates would help shorten that learning curve. Overall, most of the downsides are related to polish, reliability, and predictability rather than the core product itself. Cursor is already one of the best AI coding environments available, but improving extension stability, large-project consistency, and cost transparency would make it even stronger. https://github.com/openai/codex/issues/17290 Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Cursor solving and how is that benefiting you? Before using Cursor, a lot of development time was getting lost to repetitive work, context switching, and debugging cycles. I would constantly move between the IDE, documentation, Stack Overflow, GitHub issues, and separate AI tools just to implement or troubleshoot relatively small things. That workflow was slow and mentally draining, especially when working across larger codebases or unfamiliar frameworks. Cursor solved a big part of that by bringing high-quality AI assistance directly into the editor in a way that actually fits the development workflow. Instead of copying code into a browser chat and pasting results back manually, I can work directly inside the IDE with inline suggestions, contextual edits, and chat tied to the actual codebase. The biggest benefit has been speed without losing control. The tab completion system helps generate code incrementally while still letting me guide architecture and implementation decisions myself. Compared to CLI-style agents that can feel blind or overly autonomous, Cursor keeps the developer in the loop. I can accept suggestions line by line, refine prompts based on context, and make targeted edits much faster. It has also significantly improved onboarding into unfamiliar projects and technologies. Instead of spending hours tracing files manually or searching documentation, I can ask Cursor to explain patterns, summarize modules, or suggest fixes based on surrounding project context. That has reduced the time needed to understand new codebases dramatically. In terms of measurable impact, routine tasks like refactoring, writing boilerplate, debugging errors, and generating components now take a fraction of the time they used to. For many workflows, it easily saves multiple hours per week. It also reduces cognitive overhead because I can stay focused in one environment instead of constantly switching tools. Another benefit is flexibility. Being able to choose different AI models or use my own API keys means I can optimize for speed, reasoning quality, or cost depending on the task. That has made the ROI much better compared to tools that lock users into a single model or pricing structure. From a UI and integration perspective, Cursor fits naturally into existing workflows because it builds on the VS Code ecosystem. I did not have to abandon existing extensions, shortcuts, or development habits to start getting value from it. Overall, Cursor is solving the problem of fragmented AI-assisted development. Instead of AI being a separate tool outside the coding environment, it becomes part of the actual workflow. That has improved productivity, reduced repetitive work, sped up debugging and learning, and made development feel much more fluid overall. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Our network of Icons are G2 members who are recognized for their outstanding contributions and commitment to helping others through their expertise.G2 IconCurrent UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Taimur K.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Taimur K.") TK Taimur K. Head of Product Staffing and Recruiting Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 5/5/2026 "Impressive AI Autocomplete with Context-Aware, Fast Tab Completions" 4/5 What do you like best about Cursor? The AI-powered autocomplete is genuinely impressive — it understands context across multiple files, not just the current one. The inline chat and CMD+K for quick edits make it feel like pair programming rather than just code completion. Tab completions are fast and accurate enough that I actually trust them. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Cursor? The support experience leaves a lot to be desired — response times are slow and issues often go unresolved for days. The billing and subscription management can be confusing, and when things break (like context window limits or sync issues), there's not much transparency on what's happening. The documentation also lags behind new features. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Cursor solving and how is that benefiting you? It cuts down the time I spend context-switching between writing and looking things up — I can stay in the editor and get answers, refactors, or boilerplate generated inline. For larger codebases, having it understand the full project structure means fewer mistakes when making cross-file changes. Overall it speeds up the boring parts of coding so I can focus on actual problem-solving. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerSource: Organic ![Adam J.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Adam J.") AJ Adam J. Technical Support Specialist Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 5/28/2026 "Outstanding Speed, Great Model Choice, and Incredible Value" 4/5 What do you like best about Cursor? The UI of the agents window, and how I can see the changes directly in the code and in the UI field. The speed is also outstanding, and the choice is great. You offer all the flagship models at reasonable prices. We pay just 60$ and the value is amazing. We also integrated it into many parts of the system, and it's great. AI is clever, and the program's onboarding is really simple; you just code. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Cursor? Perhaps that can remove older models of the Composer, i really like to use them for the simplest tasks to save costs, even though the cost is already low :D Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Cursor solving and how is that benefiting you? Coding in general, and overall organization and quick acess in the code. I just type hey i wanna change this in the UI, send a simple screenshot and voala its there, done. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: Seller invite ![Reetiraj G.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Reetiraj G.") RG Reetiraj G. intern Computer Software Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 5/2/2026 "Streamlined Workflow with Room for Expansion" 4/5 What do you like best about Cursor? I like that Cursor is user-friendly, which makes it easy to navigate. The main thing I like about Cursor is that it feels intuitive. I also appreciate the picture-in-picture mode, which works really well. I find the code base indexing in Cursor very helpful because it allows the AI to understand the project structure and provide context to suggestions. It reduces my cognitive load and speeds up the transition from an idea to working code. Cursor enhances my ability by understanding the relationship between different files and significantly reduces context switching, which boosts my productivity. The initial setup of Cursor was easy because I could install it like a normal desktop app and launch it from my existing VS Code settings, extensions, and themes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Cursor? I wish Cursor was more like the Chrome browser. I use it mainly for software development, but I'd like to use it for everyday tasks too. If its AI native features could automate the creation of repetitive tasks and the development of integrated systems, it would be more useful.The pricing of the software could have been better against performance. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Cursor solving and how is that benefiting you? Cursor automates repetitive tasks, maintains quality, and reduces manual time while enhancing workflow understanding. Its user-friendly interface and code base indexing speed idea-to-code transitions, reducing cognitive load and boosting productivity by understanding project structures and relevant context.The Integration with github was good and AI snippets were also excellent . Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Current UserValidated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ## Questions about Cursor? Ask real users or explore answers from the community Get practical answers, real workflows, and honest pros and cons from the G2 community or share your insights. [ Ask about Cursor ](https://www.g2.com/products/cursor/discussions/new) ![Are T.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Are T.") 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