Cursor has become the default editor for a huge chunk of the developer community, and for good reason. The AI integration isn't bolted on — it's woven into every interaction. Agent mode can autonomously write and edit code across your project, which feels like a genuine step change.
The free tier is generous enough to get hooked. The pro tier is worth it if you code daily. The main knock: it's a VS Code fork, so if you're a JetBrains or Vim person, switching has friction. But most developers who try it don't go back.