Back to Directory Top 7 Alternatives to Zed AI in 2025
The best alternatives to Zed AI are Cursor (96/100), Windsurf (91/100), and Google Antigravity (91/100). Each offers different strengths depending on your specific needs and workflow.
Quick Comparison: Zed AI Alternatives
| Tool | Score | Best For | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cursor | 96/100 | AI-Native Development, Code Refactoring | Varies |
| Windsurf | 91/100 | AI-Native Development, Large Codebases | Varies |
| Google Antigravity | 91/100 | Agentic Workflows, AI-Native Development | Varies |
| Claude Code | 98/100 | Agentic Coding, Complex Refactoring | Varies |
| GitHub Copilot | 94/100 | Code Completion, Speed & Repetition | Varies |
| JetBrains AI Assistant | 90/100 | JetBrains IDE Users, Enterprise Development | $10/mo |
| Sourcegraph Cody | 89/100 | Enterprise Codebases, Code Search | Discontinued |
Which Alternative Should You Choose?
Choose Cursor if...
- You need ai-native development
- You need code refactoring
- You need multi-file projects
Choose Windsurf if...
- You need ai-native development
- You need large codebases
- You need agentic workflows
Choose Google Antigravity if...
- You need agentic workflows
- You need ai-native development
- You need multi-agent orchestration