Local-first coding agent that plans and executes actions. Integrates with VS Code and CLI, offering file and terminal control with snapshot checkpoints.

Cline

Runs locally for maximum privacy and control

Local First

Generates execution plans before taking action

Plan & Act

Save and restore checkpoints during development

Snapshots

Cline - Local-First Coding Agent

AI-powered IDE designed to replace VS Code, built for developers. Provides autocomplete, refactoring, debugging, and can generate entire modules or projects.

Cursor

Built from ground up with AI integration, not just a plugin

AI-Native IDE

Intelligent code refactoring across entire projects

Smart Refactoring

Context-aware code completion that understands your codebase

Instant Autocomplete

Cursor - AI-Powered IDE

I can't imagine coding without Cursor anymore. It's not just an autocomplete, it's a whole new way of interacting with code. The Composer feature is mind-blowing.

Cursor is showing us what the future of IDEs looks like. It's fast, intuitive, and the AI integration is seamless.

Just built a whole feature in 10 minutes with Cursor. The 'vibe coding' is real.

Feature	Cline	Cursor
Pricing	Free (Open Source), Teams $30/user/mo (2026)	Free tier available, Pro from $20/month
Primary Category	Developer IDEs & Agents	Developer IDEs & Agents
Best For	Privacy Advocates	Professional Developers
Key Strength	Local-first execution	Full IDE with AI-native features
AI Model	Integrated	Integrated

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