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AI Tool Comparison
Bolt.new vs Cursor
A side-by-side breakdown to help you pick the right tool for your workflow.
Bolt.new
Generate, run, and deploy full-stack web apps directly in the browser using WebContainers — no local setup required. Token-metered pricing with unused tokens rolling over one month.
Coding
freemium
Cursor
Code with an AI that understands your entire codebase — multi-file edits, autonomous agents, and frontier model access on demand. Pro+ and Ultra for teams that live in it.
Coding
freemium
Bottom Line
Cursor edges ahead on rating (4.9 vs 4.5), but the right pick still comes down to which workflow you're running.
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Coding
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Coding
| Attribute | Bolt.new | Cursor |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Coding | Coding |
| Pricing | freemium | freemium |
| Pricing Detail | Free (1M tokens) / $25/mo Pro (10M tokens) / $30/member Teams | Free / $20/mo Pro / $60/mo Pro+ / $200/mo Ultra |
| Rating |
Key Features
Bolt.new
- Full browser IDE
- One-prompt app generation
- npm package support
- Real-time preview
- Netlify/Cloudflare deploy
Cursor
- Composer (multi-file editing)
- Codebase-aware chat
- Tab autocomplete
- VS Code compatible
- Agent mode
Pros
Bolt.new
- •Zero setup required
- •Surprisingly capable for full apps
- •Great for prototyping
- •Multiple framework support
Cursor
- •Best-in-class multi-file editing
- •Understands entire repo context
- •Extremely fast completions
- •Active development and updates
Cons
Bolt.new
- Complex apps require a lot of prompt iteration
- Token limits can cut off mid-build
- Less control than a local IDE
Cursor
- Privacy concerns for sensitive codebases
- Can be expensive for teams
- Occasional context errors on large repos