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Windsurf: review, pricing and who it's for
Our verdict
freemiumAgentic AI code editor; its pricing now sits on Devin's site.
From $20/mo (Pro) · Free tier available ✓ checked 2026-10-16 · pricing source
Visit Windsurf →Where Windsurf ranks
| Task | Rank | Fit score |
|---|---|---|
| coding | #3 of 9 | 84/100 |
| app building | #6 of 6 | 74/100 |
Fit scores are Toolfitr's editorial judgement of how well a tool does that job, not user ratings.
Get started in 3 steps
- Download the editor from windsurf.com
- Open your project and sign in
- Use the agent panel to describe changes across files
Windsurf alternatives
- Cursor, strongest for coding.
- Lovable, strongest for app building. From £22/mo (Pro).
- Replit, strongest for app building.
- Bolt.new, strongest for app building. From $25/mo (Pro, monthly).
- GitHub Copilot, strongest for coding. From $10/user/mo (Pro).
Head-to-head
Questions people ask
Is Windsurf free?
Yes, Windsurf has a free tier, so you can try it before paying.
How much does Windsurf cost?
Paid plans start at $20/mo (Pro) (checked 2026-10-16 on its own pricing page).
What is Windsurf best for?
In our rankings it's strongest for coding (#3 of 9), app building (#6 of 6). Agentic AI code editor; its pricing now sits on Devin's site.
What are the best Windsurf alternatives?
The closest alternatives in our data are Cursor, Lovable, Replit.
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