Cursor

Cursor is a AI-powered code editor (VS Code fork) operated by Anysphere, Inc., headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States since 2022. Ownership sits with Privately held — raised Series C in 2025 valuing the company in the multi-billion-dollar range; investors include Andreessen Horowitz, Thrive Capital and OpenAI Startup Fund. The product competes in the ai-coding category with a tier ladder built around Hobby (Free) / Pro / Business, anchored at Pro (USD 20/month — 500 fast requests, unlimited slow). This 2026 review summarizes the operator, tiers, headline features and what changed in 2025-2026 so subscribers can evaluate fit before committing.

Quick facts

• Operator: Anysphere, Inc.
• Headquarters: San Francisco, California, United States
• Founded: 2022
• Ownership: Privately held — raised Series C in 2025 valuing the company in the multi-billion-dollar range; investors include Andreessen Horowitz, Thrive Capital and OpenAI Startup Fund
• Service category: ai-coding
• Tier ladder (2026): Hobby (Free) / Pro / Business
• Anchor price reference: Pro at USD 20/month — 500 fast requests, unlimited slow
• 2025-2026 differentiator: Cursor became the dominant AI-native IDE in 2024-2025, with Anysphere reportedly reaching USD 100M+ ARR and launching Composer (agentic multi-file edit mode) in 2024 — its main edge over established AI coding assistants is agentic codebase awareness.

What is Cursor?

Cursor is a AI-powered code editor (VS Code fork). Founded in 2022 and run by Anysphere, Inc. out of San Francisco, California, United States, the service targets customers who want AI-native VS Code fork with inline code completion and chat combined with Composer agentic mode for multi-file refactors. Distribution runs through the operator's website, mobile apps and supported partner channels in the markets served by Anysphere, Inc.. The 2025-2026 product emphasis is captured by one specific change: Cursor became the dominant AI-native IDE in 2024-2025, with Anysphere reportedly reaching USD 100M+ ARR and launching Composer (agentic multi-file edit mode) in 2024 — its main edge over established AI coding assistants is agentic codebase awareness.

Why choose Cursor

Operator credibility and roadmap

Anysphere, Inc. is the consistent thread that ties pricing, customer support and product roadmap together. Ownership (Privately held — raised Series C in 2025 valuing the company in the multi-billion-dollar range; investors include Andreessen Horowitz, Thrive Capital and OpenAI Startup Fund) and the San Francisco, California, United States operations base set the regulatory and tax context for the offering. For ai-coding buyers, an identifiable operator with a credible 2025-2026 roadmap matters more than a generic feature list — and Cursor clears that bar.

Plan structure and ecosystem

The tier ladder is built around: Hobby (Free) / Pro / Business. Anchor pricing — Pro at USD 20/month — 500 fast requests, unlimited slow — sets the reference point. Confirm live regional prices on the operator's site and consult Subger's true-price tracker for Cursor for the actual all-in renewal cost after taxes, FX and any post-promotional step-ups.

Codebase intelligence and editor surface

Beyond the headline tier ladder, the operator's investment in Tab completion model trained for code (Cursor Tab) and model choice across Claude, GPT-4, Gemini and Cursor's own models is what keeps the subscription competitive in 2026. Specifically: Cursor became the dominant AI-native IDE in 2024-2025, with Anysphere reportedly reaching USD 100M+ ARR and launching Composer (agentic multi-file edit mode) in 2024 — its main edge over established AI coding assistants is agentic codebase awareness.

Cursor features that matter in 2026

Highlights of the current feature set:

• AI-native VS Code fork with inline code completion and chat
• Composer agentic mode for multi-file refactors
• Tab completion model trained for code (Cursor Tab)
• model choice across Claude, GPT-4, Gemini and Cursor's own models
• codebase indexing for repo-aware retrieval
• VS Code extension compatibility

The most material 2025-2026 change for buyers: Cursor became the dominant AI-native IDE in 2024-2025, with Anysphere reportedly reaching USD 100M+ ARR and launching Composer (agentic multi-file edit mode) in 2024 — its main edge over established AI coding assistants is agentic codebase awareness.

Cursor pricing in 2026

The anchor reference for 2026 is Pro at USD 20/month — 500 fast requests, unlimited slow. The full tier comparison:

Subger pairs the public price with the actual all-in cost (taxes, FX conversion, and promotional first-period anchors that may step up at renewal):

Cursor apps and platform support

Who Cursor fits

Cursor is a good match for the following buyers:

• The AI-powered code editor (VS Code fork) subscriber who wants AI-native VS Code fork with inline code completion and chat delivered by an identified operator (Anysphere, Inc.) rather than a generic global aggregator.
• The mainstream household weighing the Pro tier at USD 20/month — 500 fast requests, unlimited slow and willing to pay for Composer agentic mode for multi-file refactors.
• The 2026 buyer who specifically wants the operator's most recent product investment: Cursor became the dominant AI-native IDE in 2024-2025, with Anysphere reportedly reaching USD 100M+ ARR and launching Composer (agentic multi-file edit mode) in 2024 — its main edge over established AI coding assistants is agentic codebase awareness.
• The cross-device user who needs the surfaces listed in the platform table above plus a credible upgrade path as new devices are added.
• The price-sensitive shopper who wants to track promotional anchors via Subger's true-price tracker and deals page before committing to annual billing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Cursor and who operates it?

Cursor is a AI-powered code editor (VS Code fork) operated by Anysphere, Inc., headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States. Ownership: Privately held — raised Series C in 2025 valuing the company in the multi-billion-dollar range; investors include Andreessen Horowitz, Thrive Capital and OpenAI Startup Fund. The product was founded in 2022 and reaches customers through the operator's website, mobile apps and (where applicable) retail or partner channels.

How much does Cursor cost in 2026?

The current tier ladder is: Hobby (Free), Pro, Business. The anchor price reference is Pro at USD 20/month — 500 fast requests, unlimited slow. Local currency, taxes and promotional first-period anchors can change these numbers — confirm the live price on the operator's site before committing.

Is there a free tier or trial for Cursor?

Yes — Hobby (Free) is available without a paid commitment.

Where is Cursor available?

Availability follows the operator's regulatory and distribution footprint. Cursor primarily serves customers in the markets covered by Anysphere, Inc., with the home base in San Francisco, California, United States. Use a payment method and account address registered in a supported region.

What sets Cursor apart in 2026?

Cursor became the dominant AI-native IDE in 2024-2025, with Anysphere reportedly reaching USD 100M+ ARR and launching Composer (agentic multi-file edit mode) in 2024 — its main edge over established AI coding assistants is agentic codebase awareness.

Which devices and platforms does Cursor support?

Platform coverage is summarized in the surface table above. The recommended primary surfaces are the operator's mobile and web apps; older devices may receive feature-parity updates on a delayed schedule.

How do I cancel Cursor?

Cancel through the account or subscription settings on the surface where you bought the plan — the operator's website for direct subscriptions, the App Store or Google Play for in-app purchases, or the partner billing portal for bundled accounts. Subger's cancellation guide walks through each route.

Does Cursor offer a family or multi-user plan?

Family or multi-account structures depend on the tier. Premium and bundle tiers commonly add multi-profile or multi-seat support; entry tiers may restrict simultaneous use. Confirm the per-tier seat or device limit on the live pricing page.

Is Cursor worth it compared with category alternatives?

Value depends on three factors: the specific feature mix you'll use (see the feature list above), the local price after taxes and FX (Subger's true-price tracker reconciles the headline price with the actual all-in renewal), and the credibility of the 2025-2026 product roadmap. Cursor screens well when those three align.

How can I track price changes for Cursor?

Subger's renewal tracker for Cursor records list-price changes plus promotional anchors over time. Pair it with the deals page for current discounts and the promo codes page for stackable savings at signup.

Get started with Cursor

Confirm the current regional price on Anysphere, Inc.'s site, choose the tier that matches your usage (Hobby (Free) and Pro are the common starting points), and check Subger's deals page for Cursor for promotional anchors before completing checkout. Track the subscription's true renewal cost with the true-price tracker once you're signed up.

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