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Windsurf

Agentic editor for managing fleets of local and cloud coding agents.

Details checkedReviewed 2026-09-27

Is it a fit?

Best for

Developers running multiple coding agents from one editor.

Think twice if

Non-developers.

What it can help you do

Fix bugs in an existing project

Windsurf can work with an existing codebase to propose and review code changes for a reproducible problem.

Prepare: An accessible repository and reproduction steps
Get: Proposed code changes and an explanation
Your part: Review the diff and run your project tests

Build a website from an idea

Windsurf can implement a website in a configured development workspace from your brief and project context.

Prepare: A website brief and configured development workspace
Get: Website source code and changes in your project
Your part: Test the site and configure production hosting

Build a website →Fix a website →

Where you still take over

  • Open a project
  • Start a session
  • Delegate tasks to agents
  • Review pull requests and CI

Limits to know

  • Agent output needs review
  • Some models are free only for a limited period
  • Requires a local install

From input to output

What you provide

  • A codebase
  • Prompts and tasks
  • Model choice

What you get

  • Code changes
  • Pull requests
  • Agent sessions and boards

How to start

Have these ready

  • Desktop install
  • Account for paid features
  1. Open your project in Windsurf.
  2. Start a session and choose a model.
  3. Delegate tasks to local or cloud agents.
  4. Review pull requests and ship.

Pricing, with context

Free plan plus paid Pro, Teams, and Enterprise plans.

Usage caps, taxes, regional availability and plan features may change. Confirm the current terms before subscribing.

Check official pricing

Pricing category: Free plan · 2026-09-27

Evidence & sources

This is an official-source review, not a hands-on test of Windsurf. Vendor descriptions and demos are evidence of advertised features, not independent proof of results. “Best for” and review guidance are editorial judgments based on those sources.
  • Windsurf - The home for every agent you run ↗https://windsurf.com/

    Windsurf describes managing fleets of local and cloud agents from one surface where you plan, delegate, review, and ship without leaving the editor.

  • Windsurf Pricing ↗https://windsurf.com/pricing

    Pricing lists a Free plan plus paid Pro and higher tiers, with some models free only through a stated date.

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