Can I open-source Cursor?
YES · mature open-source replacementYes. OpenCode (194k stars), Zed (88k stars), Cline (66k stars) are mature open-source replacements for Cursor — self-host in one command and stop paying $20/mo.
They pay for speed: the agent is already in the editor with defaults that work.
xnative composer/agent UX
xmodel routing/credits
xcloud agents
xeditor polish
xextensions compatibility
xteam features
These projects already replace it, free.
OOpenCodeA fast local coding agent with no loyalty to any model vendor.open source↗ZZedA fast open editor with agents built in, not a VS Code costume.open source↗CClineA code agent in your editor; the model bill is still yours.open source↗What each one is, in full: OpenCode · Zed · Cline
all 8 open-source alternatives to Cursor →· no votes, no pay-to-list · just what's real
Cursor pricing
| plan | monthly | annual (per mo) | what you get |
|---|---|---|---|
| hobby | $0 | $0 | Limited Agent, Chat and Tab usage with Auto; the current numeric request cap is not published. |
| start (india) | $6.81 | — | India-only entry plan; exact Agent and model-usage caps were not published on the public page. |
| pro | $20 | $16 | $20/month of included third-party 'Other Models' usage; extended Agent limits. |
| pro+ | $60 | $48 | $70/month of included Other Models usage and 3× Pro Agent limits. |
| ultra | $200 | $160 | $400/month of included Other Models usage and 20× Pro Agent limits. |
| teams standard | $40/user | $32/user | 1 paid editor seat; Standard team Agent allowance; SAML/OIDC SSO and centralized billing. |
| teams premium | $120/user | $96/user | 1 paid editor seat; 5× Teams Standard Agent allowance. |
| enterprise | custom | — | Custom seats and pooled usage; numeric limits and price are not public. |
free tierHobby is free, but Cursor publishes no numeric request allowance; it only says Agent, Chat and Tab usage is limited.
billingmonthly + annual for self-serve plans; Start is monthly-only in India; taxes excluded
hidden costsUsage is split into included pools that reset monthly without rollover; on-demand third-party model usage is billed in arrears at model/API rates. Cursor Router Cost mode is $1.25/M input tokens, $6/M output and $0.25/M cache read; Bugbot is separately usage-billed.
verified 2026-08-11 · source ↗
Is Cursor free?
The free Hobby plan includes limited agent requests; no credit card needed. Paid is Pro at $20/mo (checked 2026-08-07).
Can I open-source Cursor?
Yes. OpenCode replaces Cursor today — self-host it on your own server or machine with no subscription. The full list of open-source alternatives is on this page.
How much does Cursor cost?
Cursor costs about $20/month (Pro, checked 2026-08-07), which is $240 per year. That's what you save by replacing it with open source.
What do I lose by replacing Cursor?
Honestly: native composer/agent UX; model routing/credits; cloud agents; editor polish; extensions compatibility; team features. If any of those are load-bearing for you, keep paying.
Is there an open-source alternative to Cursor?
Yes: OpenCode (A fast local coding agent with no loyalty to any model vendor.) Zed (A fast open editor with agents built in, not a VS Code costume.) Cline (A code agent in your editor; the model bill is still yours.) All 8 curated open-source alternatives are at caniopensourceit.online/cursor/alternatives.