AI code editors

5 tools, checked 2026-10-14.

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Cursor

AI code editorsFreemium

The default AI-first editor for many vibe coders; strong agent mode, usage-based limits can surprise you.

full-app coding · refactoring · agentic edits

Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf)

AI code editorsFreemium

Windsurf was renamed Devin Desktop in 2026: a full IDE with an agent command center for local and cloud agents.

agentic coding · IDE

Zed

AI code editorsFreemium

Very fast native editor with AI built in; smaller extension ecosystem than VS Code.

fast editing · AI assist · pair programming

Kiro

AI code editorsFreemium

AWS's spec-first agentic IDE; good if you like plans before code.

spec-driven development · agentic coding

Trae

AI code editorsFreemium

ByteDance's AI IDE; generous access, check data policies for work code.

agentic coding · IDE