Cursor vs GitHub Copilot for Vibe Coding

Copilot integrates everywhere; Cursor is a full AI-native IDE with agent workflows.

Option A

Cursor

AI-native code editor built on VS Code for chat-driven editing and multi-file refactors.

Option B

AI pair programmer that suggests code and functions directly in your editor.

Criteria	Winner	Note
IDE experience	Cursor	Cursor is built around AI
Editor plugins	GitHub Copilot	Copilot works in VS Code, JetBrains, etc.

Use Cursor for greenfield AI-first projects; Copilot if you want to stay in your existing editor.