Toolradr
🌊

Codeium / Windsurf

Coding Tools
★ 4.4/5·From $15/mo

Free AI code completion and chat for developers. Supports 70+ languages with fast, context-aware suggestions. Recently rebranded as Windsurf.

Try Codeium / Windsurf

Best For

Budget-conscious developersTeams wanting free AI codingMulti-IDE usersDevelopers who want local options

Pricing Plans

Free
Free
Pro
$15/mo
Enterprise
$30/user/mo
View current pricing

Features

✓Chat Interface
✓Code Generation
✗Image Generation
✓File Upload
✗Web Browsing
✗API Access
✗Custom GPTs
✗Voice Mode
✓Plugin Ecosystem
✗Mobile App
Full codebaseMax Context

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • +Generous free tier
  • +Fast completions
  • +70+ language support
  • +Works in many IDEs

Cons

  • -Less accurate than Copilot for complex code
  • -Smaller community
  • -Brand confusion from renaming

Getting Started Guide

Step-by-step instructions for non-technical users.

  1. 1

    Install from windsurf.com

    Download the Windsurf editor (Codeium's rebranded product) or install the Codeium extension in your existing IDE.

  2. 2

    Create a free account

    The free tier is genuinely generous — unlimited autocomplete and chat with no credit card required.

  3. 3

    Start coding with autocomplete

    Write code normally. Codeium suggests completions inline, similar to Copilot. Press Tab to accept suggestions.

  4. 4

    Use the chat feature

    Ask questions about your code, generate functions, or get debugging help through the built-in chat panel.

  5. 5

    Evaluate Pro features

    Pro ($15/mo) adds faster completions, more powerful models, and priority support. Good value compared to Copilot's $10/mo with more features.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Codeium really free?

Yes. The free tier includes unlimited autocomplete and chat for individual developers. There are no usage caps on the core features. Pro adds speed and advanced model access.

What happened to Codeium? Why is it called Windsurf now?

Codeium rebranded its editor product as Windsurf. The core AI coding features remain the same. The Codeium name is still used for the IDE extension version.

Codeium vs GitHub Copilot?

Codeium's free tier beats Copilot on price (free vs $10/mo). Copilot is generally more accurate for complex suggestions and has deeper GitHub integration. For budget-conscious teams, Codeium is hard to beat.