Windsurf

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AI IDE by Codeium

1.4Kfreemium from $15/mo

What is Windsurf?

Windsurf is an AI-first IDE by Codeium with Cascade agents that read, write, and execute code across your entire project.

Who is using Windsurf?

Developers

Quick verdict

Pricing

freemium from $15/mo

Alternative

ChatGPT — Conversational AI by OpenAI

Scorecard

3.6/ 5

How?

EditorNot yet rated

2.5

ValueBased on pricing model

4.0

Features5 listed features

3.0

PopularityUpvotes and GitHub stars

5.0

Key features

Cascade agents

Multi-file editing

Terminal access

Deep codebase context

Free tier

Platforms

mac, windows, linux

Added

2026-08-13

Getting started with Windsurf

1Visit the official website at codeium.com
2Start with the free tier to explore core features before upgrading
3Integrate it into your workflow — use it on mac, windows, linux

Pricing

freemium$15/moFree tier available, paid plans for advanced features

Official Website

Windsurf FAQ

Is Windsurf free to use?

Windsurf offers a free tier with limited features. Paid plans start at $15/mo unlock the full toolkit.

What platforms does Windsurf support?

Windsurf is available on mac, windows, linux. Check the official website for the most up-to-date platform availability.

What are some Windsurf alternatives?

Popular alternatives include ChatGPT, Claude, Google Gemini. See the full comparison →

User reviews

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