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Cursor's pricing model questioned by user comparing it to free alternatives

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A user on Reddit questioned the pricing model of Cursor, an AI-powered code editor, comparing it unfavorably to other free "harnesses" like Pi. The user speculated that Cursor might be using a model similar to OpenRouter, which allows access to multiple AI models. AI

RANK_REASON User-generated content on Reddit questioning a product's pricing, lacking broader industry significance or factual reporting.

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Cursor's pricing model questioned by user comparing it to free alternatives

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  1. r/cursor TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/NigeriaBoi420 ·

    Why do i pay for a harness

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Bro cursor is just a harness why does it cost money to use. Pi and every other harness is free. Is this just like openrouter where u use multiple ai models </p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> &#32; submitted by &#32; <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Ni…

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