Cursor AI, v0, and Bolt.new: An Honest Comparison of Today’s AI Coding Tools
AI-powered coding tools are evolving rapidly, each new release promising to transform our development processes. These tools aim to boost productivity through intelligent code suggestions, automation of repetitive tasks, and even generation of entire code snippets from natural language prompts. Last week, StackBlitz launched Bolt.new, adding to the growing ecosystem of AI coding assistants and instantly capturing the attention of developers worldwide. Within days, the internet was flooded with articles and videos proclaiming Bolt.new as the “Cursor & v0 killer.”
I’ve been using Cursor AI editor and v0 by Vercel for my work on Vyce, and I immediately incorporated Bolt.new into my workflow upon its release. From this first-hand experience, I can tell you that the reality of these tools is more nuanced than the sensational headlines suggest.
This article provides a no-nonsense comparison based on my hands-on experience with these tools. I’ll break down the strengths and limitations of each tool, showing you when and why you’d choose one over the others.
