Cursor is a coding editor and agent that can search a repository, edit files, and run terminal commands. It suits developers who want the code, proposed changes, and agent conversation in one workspace. Its current documentation also describes CLI and cloud workflows. Plan eligibility matters, so an available product capability should not be read as a feature included with every account.
Workflow
Open a project, give the agent a bounded change, and provide relevant files and repository rules. Inspect the commands it proposes, review the patch, and run the appropriate checks before committing. Agent checkpoints can restore file changes, but they are separate from Git and do not replace permanent version control. For remote or cloud work, confirm the environment and repository access rather than assuming the agent is using your local setup.
Costs and limits
As checked on October 23, 2026, current plans are Free, Plus at $8 per month, Premium at $30, Super at $100, and Ultra at $200. Free has limited Agent and Chat usage. Plus has restricted access to Cursor’s own models. Paid included usage for those models refreshes weekly and is shared with Grok services. Third-party models are available on Premium and above, billed separately at API list price from prepaid credit. Legacy Pro and other existing plans have different rules. Check your actual plan, pool, and spending caps before comparing monthly costs.