Cursor vs Lovable.dev
Detailed comparison of features, pricing, and use cases
Cursor
Overview
Professional IDE with advanced AI capabilities
Pricing
$20/seat
Model
Claude 3.5 Sonnet
Key Features
- Strong multi-file editing capabilities
- Advanced agent mode for command generation
- Auto-commit messages
- Bug finding capabilities
- Full IDE integration
Pros
- Powerful IDE features
- Advanced AI capabilities
- Great for professional development
- Strong multi-file support
Cons
- Higher price point
- Steeper learning curve
- Resource intensive
Best For
Professional developers needing full IDE capabilities
Limitations
Higher price point and system requirements
Lovable.dev
Overview
Specialized website generation platform
Pricing
Free tier with 5 prompts/day
Model
Custom
Key Features
- Website generation focus
- Direct preview with mobile mode
- Native Supabase integration
- Production-ready output
- Backend integration
Pros
- Specialized for websites
- Great previews
- Backend integration
- Production ready
Cons
- Limited free tier
- No built-in code editor
- Focused only on websites
Best For
Rapid website development with backend integration
Limitations
Restricted to website generation use cases
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Lovable.dev Overview
Summary
Cursor is best for professional developers needing full ide capabilities, while Lovable.dev excels at rapid website development with backend integration. Consider your specific needs and constraints when choosing between them.
