Quick Verdict
Choose Cursor if:
You need developers or ai-assisted coding
Choose Claude if:
You need developers or writers
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Cursor | Claude |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Starting price | $20/mo | Custom |
| G2 Rating | N/A | 4.6/5 |
| API Available |
Pricing Comparison
Monthly Cost by Team Size
* Pricing estimates based on standard paid plans. Actual costs may vary.
Cursor
Pros
- Excellent AI integration
- VS Code compatible
- Fast completions
- Great UX
Cons
- Subscription cost
- Privacy concerns
- Dependent on AI providers
Claude
Pros
- Long context (200K)
- Great at coding
- Safe & helpful
- Artifacts feature
Cons
- No real-time data
- Rate limits
- Can be verbose