Windsurf vs Cody by Sourcegraph
Head-to-head comparison — updated April 2026
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Cody by Sourcegraph
AI coding assistant with full codebase context
Free plan$9/mo★ 4.4✓ Cheaper
Try Cody by Sourcegraph →Our Verdict
Choose Windsurf for autonomous, multi-file coding workflows requiring agentic automation. Choose Cody for budget-conscious teams preferring chat-based assistance with flexibility across multiple AI models.
Why Windsurf?
✓ Agentic capabilities for autonomous coding tasks
✓ Multi-file editing and cascade flow for complex refactoring
✓ Higher user rating (4.6/5)
Why Cody by Sourcegraph?
✓ Lower price point ($9/mo vs $15/mo)
✓ Multi-model support for flexibility
✓ Chat-based interface with predefined commands
Which Should You Choose?
Both Windsurf and Cody by Sourcegraph are strong tools in the AI coding space. Windsurf has higher user ratings overall. Choose Windsurf if you value agentic and multi file. Choose Cody by Sourcegraph if you want to start free.