Windsurf AI – First Agentic IDE Built to Keep You in Flow

Windsurf AI (previously Codeium) is an AI code editor that doesn't just help you write code, but it also works alongside you like a pair programmer who actually understands your whole project. Built on top of Windsurf’s Cascade, the platform’s agentic AI assistant, it handles everything from generating code and fixing errors to running terminal commands on its own.

Features:

• Windsurf's Cascade (AI Agent)
• Windsurf Tab for faster and smarter autocomplete
• Intelligent code search
• Terminal and command runner
• Memories and context awareness
• Drag-and-drop image support
• AI model flexibility

FAQs about Windsurf AI:

What is Windsurf AI?

Formerly known as Codeium, Windsurf AI is a full, standalone code editor that it considers to be the first agentic IDE (integrated development environment). With its AI-powered assistant, Cascade, you’re kept in a flow state as it works alongside you, reading your codebase and running commands in the terminal, while also detecting errors. It also keeps you in the loop every step of the way, and even deploys your app once it’s ready.

Is Windsurf AI free?

Yes, Windsurf offers a free plan, which gives you 25 prompt credits/month and unlimited Tab completions, among other basic features. It’s an ideal option for those who want to try things out first.

If you’re ready to commit, there are three paid tiers:

• Pro plan ($15/month): Includes 500 prompt credits per month, with add-ons available at $10 per 250 credits, plus access to all premium models and features.
• Teams ($30/user/month): Comes with 500 credits per user per month, add-on credits available for purchase, and centralized billing with an admin dashboard and analytics.
• Enterprise (up to 200 users, custom pricing): Includes 1,000 credits per user per month, unlimited add-ons, SSO, role-based access control (RBAC), priority support, a dedicated knowledge base, and hybrid deployment options. For large organizations with 200+ users, credit allocation and pricing are customized based on team size and usage, with volume-based discounts and dedicated account management included.

How Does Windsurf AI Work? (And What Is the Windsurf Editor?)

Windsurf AI is an AI-powered code editor powered by Cascade, a built-in AI agent that reads your entire codebase, along with the file you have open. You describe what you want in natural language, and Cascade handles the rest: editing across multiple files, running terminal commands, catching errors, and deploying your app. Unlike basic AI coding tools that only suggest code snippets, Cascade understands how your whole project fits together, so the changes it makes actually connect.

Meanwhile, the Windsurf editor is the infrastructure that houses all of this. Think of it as a full desktop IDE where Cascade, the terminal, previews, and deployments are found, so you never have to switch to another tool mid-project.

How can I get started with Windsurf AI?

Download the Windsurf editor from windsurf.com, install it like any other desktop app, and sign in with a free account. From there, open or create a project and start typing prompts into the Cascade chat panel. If you already work in JetBrains IDEs, you can install the Windsurf plugin instead and use Cascade without switching editors entirely.

What programming languages does Windsurf AI support?

Windsurf supports more than 70 programming languages. This makes it a handy coding toolkit for developers working in various programming languages. Some of the languages it supports include Ruby, Javascript, C, C++, Java, Python, and PHP.

Which is better, Windsurf AI or Cursor AI?

Both vibe-coding platforms are AI-first code editors built for the same kind of work. That’s why many developers can’t stop comparing these two. Here’s how they stack up:

• Cursor AI

  Gives you precise control over how the AI behaves, from inline editing to granular model selection and fine-tuned steps, making it a strong fit for developers who want hands-on involvement. It’s a standalone IDE built on VS Code’s architecture, which feels familiar. However, getting the most out of it does come with a steeper learning curve.

• Windsurf AI

  Windsurf's Cascade agent has deep codebase understanding, so it handles multi-step tasks, including building an app, refactoring a project, and fixing cascading errors across multiple files. It's more intuitive out of the box, and unlike Cursor, the AI coding experience is built directly into the Windsurf editor, not added on top of an existing one.

Bottomline: If you want precise control over every move the AI makes, Cursor is your tool. If you'd rather focus on building and let the AI handle the heavy lifting, Windsurf gets the task done.