Cursor vs Bolt.new

Side-by-side comparison · Updated August 2026

Cursor

Cursor

The AI-first code editor that understands your codebase

4.8
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Bolt.new

Bolt.new

AI-powered full-stack web development in your browser

4.7
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Our Verdict

Cursor edges ahead overall

Cursor scores higher across rating and community trust. That said, the best choice depends on your specific workflow — read the breakdown below.

Detailed Comparison

Bolder value = winner in that category

Cursor
Bolt.new
4.8
Rating
4.7
0 reviews
Reviews
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Freemium
Pricing
Freemium
$20/mo
Starting Price
$20/mo
Yes
Free Tier
Yes
Coding Tools
Category
Coding Tools
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Code EditorAI CodingCodebase AIVS Code
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No-CodeBrowser IDEFull-StackReact

CursorKey Features

  • Chat with your entire codebase
  • Multi-file edits in one command
  • Tab autocomplete
  • Terminal AI integration
  • Privacy mode

Bolt.newKey Features

  • Full dev environment in browser
  • Runs Node.js natively in browser
  • Deploy to Netlify in one click
  • Real-time preview

Quick Verdict

Cursor wins — higher rating

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