Cursor vs Claude Code
The two power-user favourites: an AI-native IDE against a terminal-driven agent.
| Dimension |  Cursor9.4/10 |  Claude Code9.2/10 |
|---|---|---|
| Code quality | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Ease of use | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Large refactors | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| IDE integration | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Terminal workflows | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Overall | 9.4 | 9.2 |
Our picks
The bottom line
Cursor for most developers; Claude Code for those who live in the terminal and want an agent that can run with minimal supervision.