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Cursor Pricing Plans & Tiers

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Pricing last verified: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin, Founder & Lead Analyst
Updated March 16, 2026
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Pricing Analysis

Cursor's pricing spans free (limited) to Ultra ($200/month, 20x model usage allowance, priority features), a 10x range reflecting AI model consumption tiers. Pro ($20/month) is the practical entry point, unlocking unlimited tab completions and cloud agents; teams often deploy Pro ($240/year/developer) across 10-20 developers ($2.4K-$4.8K/year).

Hobby free tier (limited agent/tab) intentionally cripples core features to funnel conversion; Pro ($20/month) removes agent throttling and tab limits, suggesting free tier exists for inbound marketing rather than real product use. Pro+ ($60/month) and Ultra ($200/month) target power users requiring high token budgets for complex codebases.

Teams tier ($40/month, SAML/OIDC, usage analytics) targets organizational adoption; per-seat licensing ($40/month) for compliance features creates incentive to limit buyer access—companies may restrict Cursor to senior developers, concentrating usage rather than scaling tools adoption.

Strengths

  • Unlimited tab completions on Pro tier enable ambient code assistance; competitors GitHub Copilot limits requests to prevent overuse, making Cursor's completions psychological win for developers.
  • Cloud agents on Pro tier abstract agent execution from local resources; developers avoid GPU/memory constraints on laptops, enabling complex refactorings at scale.
  • Teams tier's SAML/OIDC and usage analytics enable governance; organizations can audit Cursor spend per developer without external metering tools.

Considerations

  • Per-seat Teams pricing ($40/month) at 20+ developers costs $9.6K+/year; competitors GitHub Copilot ($10/month or $100/month team) offer cheaper per-developer economics.
  • Ultra tier ($200/month) is pricing theater—20x model usage is vastly overkill for 99% of development tasks, creating artificial tier that inflates average customer value without real utility.
  • Free tier's artificial limitations (limited agent, limited tab) misrepresent product capabilities; organizations cannot evaluate Cursor's true feature set without paid subscription.
Ideal For

Individual developers and small teams (5-15 engineers) on Pro tier ($20/month) requiring unlimited completions and cloud agents, or organizations prioritizing analytics via Teams tier.

Pricing Takeaway

Pro tier ($20/month) eliminates per-request limits and enables cloud agents, but per-seat Teams pricing ($40/month) and 10x price range ($20-$200) create adoption friction for scaled teams compared to flat-rate GitHub Copilot.

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Pricing Plans (4)

Hobby

Popular
$0/mo
  • ✓✓ No credit card required
  • ✓✓ Limited Agent requests
  • ✓✓ Limited Tab completions
Start with Hobby

Teams

Popular
$40/mo
  • ✓✓ Shared chats, commands, and rules
  • ✓✓ Centralized team billing
  • ✓✓ Usage analytics and reporting
  • ✓✓ Org-wide privacy mode controls
  • ✓✓ Role-based access control
  • ✓✓ SAML/OIDC SSO
Start with Teams

Enterprise

Popular
Custom
  • ✓✓ Pooled usage
  • ✓✓ Invoice/PO billing
  • ✓✓ SCIM seat management
  • ✓✓ AI code tracking API and audit logs
  • ✓✓ Granular admin and model controls
  • ✓✓ Priority support and account management
Start with Enterprise

Pro

Popular
$40/mo
  • ✓✓ 14 day individual trial
  • ✓✓ Reviews on up to 200 PRs/mo
  • ✓✓ Access to Bugbot rules
Start with Pro

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cursor cost?
As of March 2026, Cursor offers a free plan. Paid plans start at $40/mo, with 4 tiers available on a per-seat pricing model.
Does Cursor offer a free plan?
As of March 2026, yes, Cursor does offer a free plan with 3 features. You can get started at no cost and upgrade later as your needs grow.
What pricing model does Cursor use?
As of March 2026, the per-seat pricing model used by Cursor means you pay based on your headcount — each user requires a paid license. It offers predictable cost scaling for growing teams.
What is Cursor's most popular plan?
As of March 2026, Cursor's most recommended plan is Hobby at free. It offers 3 features — enough for growing teams without the cost of an enterprise tier.
Does Cursor offer enterprise or custom pricing?
As of March 2026, yes, Cursor offers an Enterprise tier with custom pricing for enterprise deployments. Contact the vendor to discuss your organization's specific needs and get a tailored quote.
What features are included in Cursor's plans?
As of March 2026, Cursor feature availability ranges from 3 in the lowest tier to 6 in the highest. Higher-priced plans unlock advanced capabilities, integrations, and usage limits. Compare the full feature list at each tier to find the right fit for your team.

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