Windsurf vs Amazon Q Developer
Head-to-head comparison — updated April 2026
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Our Verdict
Choose Windsurf for autonomous, multi-file coding workflows at a lower cost. Choose Amazon Q Developer if you're AWS-native, prioritize security scanning, or need code transformation tools.
Why Windsurf?
✓ Higher rating (4.6/5 vs 4.3/5)
✓ Lower starting price ($15/mo vs $19/mo)
✓ Agentic architecture enables autonomous multi-file workflows
✓ Cascade flow for complex coding tasks
Why Amazon Q Developer?
✓ Native AWS service integration and optimization
✓ Built-in security scanning capabilities
✓ Code transformation features for legacy modernization
✓ Chat-based interaction model
Which Should You Choose?
Both Windsurf and Amazon Q Developer are strong tools in the AI coding space. Windsurf has higher user ratings overall. Choose Windsurf if you value agentic and multi file. Choose Amazon Q Developer if you want to start free.