Cursor vs Bolt.new
Full side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, and use cases to help you pick the right tool.
Bottom line: Both tools are competitively priced. Cursor edges ahead with a 4.8/5 rating.
Pricing Comparison
| Plan | Cursor | Bolt.new |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Yes | Yes |
| Starter | - | $20/mo |
| Pro | $20/mo | $50/mo |
| Enterprise | Custom | Custom |
Feature Matrix
| Feature | Cursor | Bolt.new |
|---|---|---|
| Codebase-aware chat | Yes | - |
| Multi-file edits via Composer | Yes | - |
| Auto-apply suggestions | Yes | - |
| Web search in chat | Yes | - |
| Rules for AI behavior | Yes | - |
| In-browser development environment | - | Yes |
| Full-stack generation | - | Yes |
| npm package support | - | Yes |
| Deploy to Netlify and Cloudflare | - | Yes |
| AI chat with file context | - | Yes |
When to Choose Each
Choose Cursor if you need...
- +Best AI coding experience available
- +Understands full codebase
- +Fast iteration speed
Choose Bolt.new if you need...
- +Runs entirely in browser
- +No local setup needed
- +Fast prototyping
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Cursor or Bolt.new?
Cursor scores higher in our review (4.8/5 vs 4.4/5). However, Bolt.new may be a better fit depending on your specific needs and budget.
Is Cursor cheaper than Bolt.new?
Pricing varies by plan. Cursor starts at $20/mo and Bolt.new starts at $20/mo.
What is the difference between Cursor and Bolt.new?
Cursor focuses on codebase-aware chat and multi-file edits via composer, while Bolt.new emphasizes in-browser development environment and full-stack generation. Cursor is best for Developerss, Startupss, Founderss, while Bolt.new suits Developerss, Founderss, Solopreneurss.
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