Windsurf Pricing in Canada 2026
Quick Summary: Windsurf Pricing in CAD
Quick answer: Windsurf (formerly Codeium) has 5 plans — Free ($0), Pro (~$27 CAD/mo), Max (~$272 CAD/mo), Teams (~$54 CAD/user/mo), and Enterprise (custom). All paid plans are billed in USD; your bank converts to CAD.
* CAD prices based on USD pricing x 1.36 exchange rate. Actual charges vary with exchange rates and bank fees.
Understanding Windsurf Pricing for Canadian Developers
Windsurf is an AI-powered integrated development environment formerly known as Codeium. It goes beyond basic autocomplete by offering Cascade, an agentic AI feature that can autonomously perform multi-file edits, run terminal commands, and handle complex coding tasks across your entire project. Tab is Windsurf's intelligent autocomplete engine, and the platform uses a quota-based usage system that replaced the old credit system in March 2026.
Important for Canadian Users: All Windsurf prices are charged in USD. Your bank will convert to CAD at their exchange rate, which typically adds 2.5-3% to the converted amount. The CAD estimates below use a 1.36 USD/CAD rate.
Complete Pricing Comparison
| Feature | Free | Pro | Max | Teams | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD Price | $0 | $20/mo | $200/mo | $40/user/mo | Custom |
| Approx CAD Price* | $0 | ~$27/mo | ~$272/mo | ~$54/user/mo | Contact sales |
| Usage Quota | Light | Standard | Heavy | Standard/user | Double Teams |
| Tab Autocomplete | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Cascade (AI Agent) | - | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Premium Models | Basic | SWE-1.5, GPT-5.4, Gemini 3.1 | All + Adaptive Router | SWE-1.5, GPT-5.4, Gemini 3.1 | All + custom |
| Fast Context | - | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ (Longer) |
| Previews & Deploys | Basic | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Daily Limits | Yes | Yes | None | Yes | None |
| Knowledge Base | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Admin Dashboard | - | - | - | ✓ | ✓ |
| SSO / SCIM | - | - | - | - | ✓ |
| Extra Usage | - | At API price | At API price | At API price | Custom |
Windsurf Free
The free plan lets Canadian developers try Windsurf with no commitment. It includes unlimited Tab autocomplete and enough quota for light usage and evaluation.
What's Included:
- • Light usage quota
- • Unlimited Tab autocomplete
- • Basic previews and deploys
- • Knowledge base access
- • Daily and weekly data refreshes
Best for: Students, hobbyists, and developers evaluating Windsurf before committing to a paid plan
Windsurf Pro
The go-to plan for professional Canadian developers. Standard usage quota, access to all premium AI models, and Cascade for agentic multi-file editing make this ideal for daily coding.
What's Included:
- • Standard usage quota
- • All premium models (SWE-1.5, GPT-5.4, Gemini 3.1)
- • Cascade AI agent for multi-file edits
- • Fast Context for codebase awareness
- • Unlimited Tab autocomplete
- • Unlimited previews and deploys
- • Extra usage available at API price
Best for: Professional developers, freelancers, indie hackers, and anyone coding daily
Windsurf Max
The power-user tier for developers who push AI tooling to the limit. Heavy quota with no daily limits and an adaptive model router that automatically picks the best model for each task.
What's Included:
- • Heavy usage quota, no daily limits
- • Adaptive model router (auto-selects best model)
- • All Pro features included
- • All premium models
- • Extra usage available at API price
Best for: Power users, full-time AI-assisted developers, and those who hit Pro quota limits regularly
Windsurf Teams
Built for development teams that need centralized management, analytics, and priority support. Standard quota per user with admin controls for up to 200 users.
What's Included:
- • Standard usage quota per user
- • Centralized billing for your organization
- • Admin dashboard with usage analytics
- • Priority support
- • Up to 200 users
- • All premium models and Cascade
Best for: Dev teams of 2+, agencies, startups, and companies needing centralized billing
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Windsurf Enterprise
For large organizations in regulated industries requiring custom contracts, advanced security, and hybrid deployment options. Double the Teams quota with enterprise-grade controls.
What's Included:
- • Double Teams usage quota
- • Role-based access control (RBAC)
- • SSO and SCIM provisioning
- • Longer context windows
- • Hybrid deployment options
- • Dedicated account management
- • Custom contract and SLA
Best for: Large enterprises, regulated industries (finance, healthcare), organizations with strict compliance requirements
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Windsurf vs Cursor vs GitHub Copilot: How Do They Compare?
Windsurf competes directly with Cursor and GitHub Copilot as AI-powered coding tools. Here is how they stack up on price and features for Canadian developers.
| Criteria | Windsurf Pro | Cursor Pro | Copilot Individual |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD Price | $20/mo | $20/mo | $10/mo |
| Approx CAD Price | ~$27/mo | ~$27/mo | ~$14/mo |
| Editor Type | Standalone IDE | Standalone IDE (VS Code fork) | Extension for VS Code, JetBrains, etc. |
| AI Agent | Cascade | Composer | Copilot Chat |
| Multi-file Editing | ✓ Native | ✓ Native | Limited |
| Usage Model | Quota-based | Request-based | Unlimited completions |
| Power User Tier | Max ($200/mo) | - | - |
| Team Plan (CAD) | ~$54/user/mo | ~$54/user/mo | ~$26/user/mo |
Windsurf and Cursor are priced identically at the Pro level, but Windsurf offers a Max tier for power users that Cursor does not. Copilot remains the cheapest option but lacks a standalone IDE and deep agentic capabilities. For Canadian developers who want an all-in-one AI IDE, the choice between Windsurf and Cursor comes down to preference for Cascade vs Composer workflows. For a detailed Cursor breakdown, see our Cursor Pricing Canada 2026 guide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Windsurf cost in Canada?
Windsurf ranges from free to ~$272 CAD per month. The Free plan costs nothing, Pro is ~$27 CAD/mo (USD $20), Max is ~$272 CAD/mo (USD $200), and Teams is ~$54 CAD/user/mo (USD $40). Enterprise pricing is custom. All paid plans are billed in USD and converted to CAD by your bank.
Is Windsurf free to use?
Yes. Windsurf offers a Free plan that includes unlimited Tab autocomplete, a light usage quota, basic previews and deploys, knowledge base access, and daily/weekly data refreshes. You can use it indefinitely at no cost.
What is Windsurf Cascade?
Cascade is Windsurf's AI agent feature that can autonomously perform multi-file edits, run terminal commands, and execute complex coding tasks across your entire project. Think of it as an AI pair programmer that can take action, not just suggest code. It is available on Pro, Max, Teams, and Enterprise plans.
How does Windsurf compare to Cursor pricing?
Windsurf and Cursor both offer a free tier and a Pro plan at USD $20/mo (~$27 CAD). Windsurf also has a Max plan at USD $200/mo for power users, while Cursor does not. Both have team plans at USD $40/user/mo. The main difference is Windsurf uses a quota-based system while Cursor uses request-based limits.
Does Windsurf charge in Canadian dollars?
No. Windsurf charges in US dollars. Your Canadian bank or credit card provider converts the charge to CAD at their exchange rate, typically adding 2.5-3% in foreign transaction fees. Using a no-FX fee credit card can save you money on every payment.
Is Windsurf the same as Codeium?
Yes. Windsurf is the rebranded version of Codeium. The company evolved from an AI autocomplete extension into a full AI-powered IDE with agentic capabilities like Cascade. Existing Codeium users were migrated to Windsurf plans.
What AI models does Windsurf use?
Windsurf Pro and above include access to premium models such as SWE-1.5, GPT-5.4, and Gemini 3.1. The Max plan adds an adaptive model router that automatically selects the best model for each task. The Free plan uses basic models with more limited capabilities.
Which Plan Should You Choose?
You are learning to code, working on side projects, or want to evaluate Windsurf before paying
You code daily and want Cascade, premium models, and a standard quota for professional work
You are a power user who hits Pro limits regularly and wants no daily caps with adaptive model routing
You manage a dev team and need centralized billing, admin dashboard, analytics, and priority support
You need RBAC, SSO/SCIM, hybrid deployment, or operate in a regulated industry like finance or healthcare
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