AI Tool Comparison
Cursor vs Copilot Chat
A detailed side-by-side comparison to help you choose the right AI tool for your workflow.
CursorFeatured
AI-first code editor built for pair programming with AI.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Cursor | Copilot Chat |
|---|---|---|
Category | 💻 Code & Development | 💻 Code & Development |
Pricing | Freemium | Paid |
Starting Price | Free tier (2K completions), Pro $20/mo, Business $40/user/mo | N/A |
Cursor
Pros
- Best AI-integrated code editor
- Codebase-aware suggestions
- Multi-file editing
Cons
- Resource intensive
- Learning curve switching from VS Code
Copilot Chat
Pros
Cursor vs Copilot Chat: Which Should You Choose?
Choose Cursor if:
- Best AI-integrated code editor
- Codebase-aware suggestions
- Multi-file editing
Choose Copilot Chat if:
- Deep GitHub integration
- Context-aware answers
- Test generation
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cursor better than Copilot Chat?▼
Cursor and Copilot Chat serve different use cases. Cursor is AI-first code editor built for pair programming with AI. while Copilot Chat is GitHub Copilot's conversational AI for coding. The best choice depends on your specific needs and budget.
Which is cheaper: Cursor or Copilot Chat?▼
Cursor is Freemium (Free tier (2K completions), Pro $20/mo, Business $40/user/mo) while Copilot Chat is Paid . Compare both options to find which fits your budget.
Can I use Cursor and Copilot Chat together?▼
Many teams use both Cursor and Copilot Chat for different tasks. Cursor excels at code-editor and ai-coding, while Copilot Chat is better for github and chat.