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Windsurf (formerly Codeium) is a powerful AI code assistant that helps accelerate time to delivery of products and services by helping with code generation, debugging, testing, modernization, and more. Its special context awareness capabilities and organizational guidelines help companies maximize their competitive advantage through technological excellence. Through its variety of deployment options, including air-gapped environments, and other enterprise readiness capabilities, Codeium can minimize operational risk in your AI strategy. On average, developers using Windsurf generate 44.6% of their newly committed code with Windsurf (based on actual performance data from Windsurf's 700K+ users).
Windsurf can immediately accelerate time to delivery for OKRs and end business impact. With code suggestions, IDE-integrated chat, and inline refactoring capabilities, Windsurf has a wide set of functionalities, available on the largest set of IDEs (including Visual Studio Code, JetBrains, Visual Studio, Eclipse, XCode, Jupyter, Vim/Neovim, and more) and supporting the most programming languages (over 70). Windsurf provides detailed analytics dashboards for each organization to track the immediate impact of Windsurf to their software development.
Windsurf is able to set your technical organization up for scale by establishing standards, reducing tech debt, and accelerating modernization through its context awareness system that can reason over entire (and even multiple) repositories as well as custom organizational guidelines to encode best practices of your particular software development. By providing organizations with context-aware AI, Codeium customers have observed 4x faster onboarding times and happier workforces, allowing them to retain talent and deliver on strategic initiatives faster, better, and bigger than they were able to do before.
Windsurf does not want its enterprise customers to compromise on their enterprise standards, and helps mitigate operational risk in AI strategy by ensuring security & compliance measures through multiple deployment methods (including self-hosted and airgapped), SOC2 Type 2 compliance, no training on user code or non-permissively licensed code, providing attribution & audit logging, and more. Having scaled private deployments to tens of thousands of developers within Fortune 500 organizations, Windsurf provides white glove service in change management and AI adoption, all while never forcing vendor lock-in to other parts of the customers tech stack.
Founded by a team of MIT engineers, backed by Kleiner Perkins and General Catalyst (Series C, $243M+ funding), and over 1000 enterprise customers in production (including the largest Fortune 500 companies in each vertical), Windsurf is well prepared to be every companys partner in their AI journey.
Highlights
- Windsurf allows you to plug into a wide variety of IDEs across over 70 programming languages, and will be compatible with your existing stack and SCMs
- Windsurf has highly personalized suggestions, and has features like multi-repo context awareness to give vastly improved suggestions
- Windsurf can be deployed to an AWS or other self-hosted instance, and even hosted on air-gapped environments.
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Dimension | Description | Cost/12 months |
|---|---|---|
Windsurf | Access to Windsurf Enterprise | $144,000.00 |
Devin | Access to Devin AI. | $1,000,000.00 |
The following dimensions are not included in the contract terms, which will be charged based on your usage.
Dimension | Description | Cost/unit |
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Windsurf | Price per new user | $60.00 |
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Daily workflows have become faster and individual developers have delivered production apps independently
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
The best features Windsurf offers include the models it has; it has its own model, which acts with another model. The first model plans, and the second model executes the plan at a fast pace. Windsurf also has excellent documentation, very good code indexing, MCP server handling, and managing is very easy. The workspace and the agent space are also excellent.
Windsurf has positively impacted my organization by reducing the dependency on other developers and increasing productivity. The build time got faster, the shipment time increased, and bug resolution has been tremendous using Windsurf. It has resulted in significant cost-saving and a lot of productivity gains.
What needs improvement?
I feel the planning mode in Windsurf could be better, such as the diagram rendering of the Mermaid diagrams, and it should have a multi-model response comparison as well, which would be of great help. The rest of the features are excellent. Additionally, if Windsurf could offer a CLI agent from their side, that would be a great option.
I am very satisfied with what Windsurf offers for now, so there is not much more to add regarding needed improvements.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windsurf for more than two years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Windsurf is very stable. It does not crash.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Windsurf's scalability is very good. Anyone can download it, install it in their application, and there is nothing to worry about. Not much configuration is required.
How are customer service and support?
I have not had a chance to interact with customer support because I have not faced any issues yet, but I feel they have great support.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We used to have VS Code as well as Cursor and many more tools including Trey and Agent, but we find Windsurf is the most suitable for us internally. Everyone is comfortable with the UI and UX it offers along with the feature-packed productivity tools.
How was the initial setup?
We have deployed Windsurf locally on each developer's system. Developers downloaded it, installed it, and use it on their own systems.
What was our ROI?
The work of three employees can be done by a single employee with one-tenth of the time. The ROI has been good, but the product we are building is still in development, so we cannot comment on the full return on investment.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing is very seamless. I go to the Windsurf website, I get the plan I need, I pay for it, and I get access. If I run out of credits, then I can top up the credits as required. It is very seamless and easy.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We have been evaluating Cursor , Antigravity, VS Code, IntelliJ IDEA, and Trey, but we find Windsurf is better in some aspects. We use Windsurf mostly.
What other advice do I have?
Windsurf is easy to use because it is not cluttered. A task that would have required three developers to complete can now be done by a single developer within one-tenth of the time of the three developers combined. To use Windsurf effectively, others should use the MCP tools required for the project, the rules, the skills installed, and the plan mode with multiple models such as research using Opus , Claude, and implementation using something faster with lower credit consumption. Windsurf is excellent, and I would recommend others to give it a try and fit it into their daily productivity tools. I rate this review an 8 out of 10.
AI coding assistance has boosted Angular refactors and has reduced boilerplate and bugs
What is our primary use case?
I have been using Windsurf for two years, and it was my first AI tool for tab code completion and code suggestion.
My main use case for Windsurf is typically using it for Angular code refactor or repetitive code, and for my code, it is very good for RxJS pipeline. I use it mostly for tab completion, code suggestion, and if there is any error in my code, I can easily send it to Windsurf Chat, and it gives me the fix for the bugs and issues in my TypeScript and Angular code.
I can give a quick specific example of how Windsurf helped me; it assisted me when I was migrating my Angular app from NG modules to standalone modules. I had a really difficult time giving my code to ChatGPT, but with Windsurf, I easily provided the file references, and it helped me fix the architecture-wise and structure-wise issues in app.modules, allowing me to refactor it efficiently.
How has it helped my organization?
Windsurf has created a personal impact on my productivity, allowing me to typically meet deadlines in one week instead of two. It has specifically reduced the time I spend writing boilerplate code, especially the Angular services, DTO mappings, and form models, as well as when I integrate API code.
In terms of specific metrics, Windsurf has significantly helped me with my daily tasks, and for bug rates, the mismatch during runtime development has been very low. It has assisted me with null checks that I often overlook when writing conditions and has improved my code quality overall.
What is most valuable?
The best features Windsurf offers are that it is usually free and has a TabNine Super complete feature that is very useful, suggesting multi-line completion and understanding the surrounding code and project context. It helps with repetitive typing, especially the Angular boilerplate code, and is very helpful in RxJS. I particularly appreciate the accurate completion, reading my repo whether it follows a standalone pattern or an NGB module pattern.
Windsurf's understanding of my Angular project context is better than basic auto-complete and less IntelliSense options because it understands what version of Angular I am using and what features I require. It suggests code based on my current usage, such as using new built-in flow and signals, resulting in fewer mechanical keystrokes than manual coding and fewer wrong guesses compared to other tools I typically use for free.
What needs improvement?
I would like to add that Windsurf is very good and fits well into my workflow, but I would prefer if the cascade agent of Windsurf could be a little better. Recently, I used the agent for an Angular upgrade from version 14 to 21, but it got stuck and did not provide a good response. I want the Windsurf cascade agent to improve in solving complex problems that occur throughout my entire repository.
I have many points for improvement, particularly regarding the cascade agent. It often fails to understand the latest Angular repo, not interacting with files like my Angular JSON, tsconfig, or package.json unless prompted. I want the cascade to be more predictable and wish for improvements in the agent to handle complex tasks more effectively.
Enhancing the reliability of the cascade agent for large and complex codebases, ensuring it understands projects thoroughly, and providing safer multi-file edits would make Windsurf a significantly stronger tool.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working in my current field for about three or four years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Windsurf is currently stable for me; I have not experienced any crashes or issues, though there may be rare instances when chatting with it, but overall, it has been reliable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Windsurf scales well for day-to-day coding and tab completion, but I think it may become less reliable as my projects grow with larger codebases, especially with the cascade agent on complex repositories.
How are customer service and support?
I have never contacted Windsurf's customer support as I have not encountered any issues requiring assistance.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Negative
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I previously used Cursor because its agent version was stronger than Windsurf, but I still prefer Windsurf for code completions and suggestions. I also tried Anti-gravity, which has a good free tier, but I favor Windsurf for deeper refactoring tasks.
How was the initial setup?
I signed up for Windsurf directly through their website and used a trial version about one or two years ago for the pro version, installing it in my VS Code extension.
What was our ROI?
Windsurf has created a personal impact on my productivity, allowing me to typically meet deadlines in one week instead of two. It has specifically reduced the time I spend writing boilerplate code, especially the Angular services, DTO mappings, and form models, as well as when I integrate API code. In terms of specific metrics, Windsurf has significantly helped me with my daily tasks, and for bug rates, the mismatch during runtime development has been very low. It has assisted me with null checks that I often overlook when writing conditions and has improved my code quality overall.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing was great as I usually use the free version, which has amazing features for tab completion and no significant limitations on context windows.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
What other advice do I have?
I took off 1.5 points primarily because the cascade agent needs improvement for better performance, especially in complex tasks and project memory management. It should help reduce review churn and be more reliable in my regular repository.
I advise others considering using Windsurf to start with the free or trial version to leverage its value for tab completion and day-to-day coding, as it reduces boilerplate tasks and assists with code refactoring and null checking. If it boosts productivity significantly, it would be worth considering the paid version but should be used cautiously with the cascade for smaller tasks.
My overall review rating for Windsurf is 8.5 out of 10.
AI workflows have doubled our development speed and are saving time and resources
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
Windsurf offers several valuable features, including the browser, which I really appreciate, but the best feature is integration. The browser feature is valuable for me because it helps me program in development and gain an understanding of the code. Windsurf has positively impacted my organization because we accomplish more with fewer people. Since using Windsurf, I notice more errors, but we deliver approximately twice as fast.
What needs improvement?
Windsurf can be improved by bringing back the browser integration. When new models come out, there needs to be a better way to find them instead of going to the release notes; the model picker should highlight the newer beta or free models more prominently.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windsurf for just about a year.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Windsurf is stable most of the time.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Windsurf's scalability is maintained very well; I think it is more a function of the models than Windsurf itself. I have used it for a fairly large project, and it scales fine.
How are customer service and support?
The customer support for Windsurf is good, as the release notes are really helpful.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Negative
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Windsurf was the first solution I used.
What was our ROI?
I have seen a return on investment with Windsurf because I have saved time and money and needed fewer resources since using it. My clients save time and money, and we are generally about twice as fast with AI-enabled software development.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
My experience with Windsurf's pricing, setup cost, and licensing was positive. I received a discount because I joined early, so the license cost or monthly rental of Windsurf has been reasonably priced.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I did not evaluate other options before choosing Windsurf; it was the first one I looked at, and I was satisfied with it.
What other advice do I have?
Windsurf can be improved by bringing back the browser integration. When new models come out, there needs to be a better way to find them instead of going to the release notes; the model picker should highlight the newer beta or free models more prominently. My advice for others looking into using Windsurf is to stick with it for about three months; it will take approximately three months to reach a point where you are faster with it. I would rate Windsurf a nine out of ten, as what would make it a ten for me is if the newer models last longer when they come out.
Using AI assistance has streamlined daily API feature development but still invites refinements
What is our primary use case?
I have been using Windsurf off and on for the last year. My main use case for Windsurf is for software development. Currently, we're working on an API, and Windsurf will help us develop a particular feature so we can enter a prompt and it executes.
As we're developing features, Windsurf fits into my workflow day to day.
What is most valuable?
Windsurf offers a nice alternative to the different AI IDEs out there right now.
What makes Windsurf stand out as an alternative to other AI IDEs I've tried is limited. As we're experimenting with different AI IDEs, Windsurf has positively impacted my organization by providing options.
Having more options has led to specific improvements or outcomes for my team.
What needs improvement?
I have no suggestions at the moment for how Windsurf can be improved. I would not add more about the needed improvements, even small things that could make my experience better.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working in my current field for eight years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Windsurf is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Windsurf's scalability is fine.
How are customer service and support?
I'm not sure how the customer support is.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Neutral
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
What other advice do I have?
I don't have anything else to add about my use case with Windsurf. I don't have anything to add about the features. I gave Windsurf a rating of seven because I don't have any complaints about the product. I don't have any advice to give to others looking into using Windsurf. I don't have any additional thoughts about Windsurf before we wrap up.
Using AI has boosted our coding speed and onboarding, but accuracy still needs improvement
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
The best features Windsurf offers are the agent and flow. The agent stands out because with Windsurf, we can connect to the different MCP servers, which is helpful. Windsurf has positively impacted my organization by increasing productivity. From my point of view, it has increased productivity because we are doing a one-week hackathon, and we were able to build a product from scratch, which would have taken at least two to three weeks. With Windsurf helping me build it in a week, the time savings are substantial.
What needs improvement?
I don't think of any improvements for Windsurf right now. If Windsurf could come and build with all these connections to different clean services, that would be helpful.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windsurf for almost less than a year.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Windsurf is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Windsurf's scalability is much better.
How are customer service and support?
I didn't need customer support, so that's a good point. I would probably rate the customer support a 10.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have used Copilot before, but I found Windsurf much faster and much easier.
What was our ROI?
I think we see a return on investment in terms of time saved. From my point of view, I see that within our team, we are doing a lot better.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Before choosing Windsurf, I evaluated Cursor .
What other advice do I have?
It's easy to onboard a new engineer with Windsurf, helping them get onboarded much faster. I chose 7 out of 10 because I've used Cursor as well, and sometimes I feel Cursor hallucinates less compared to Windsurf. Windsurf is a one-stop shop to do live coding and fast coding. I found this interview pretty good and don't think anything should change for the future. My overall review rating for Windsurf is 7 out of 10.