Core Insights - Many developers are expressing dissatisfaction and abandoning Cursor due to its declining performance and increasing costs [1][9] - The shift from a generous service model to restrictive usage limits has eroded user trust and led to a significant backlash [8][9] Pricing and Service Changes - Initially, Cursor offered a Pro version at $20 per month with unlimited code completion, but this changed to a model with hidden limits and reduced functionality [4][5] - Users reported a series of adjustments, including a sudden disappearance of the 500-request limit and the introduction of a more stringent, invisible throttling system [4][6] - The introduction of a Pro+ plan at $60 promised "unlimited use" but later revealed hidden limitations, further frustrating users [5][6] User Experience and Trust Issues - Users have noted a decline in the model's stability, with increased instances of losing context and incomplete responses, leading to a perception of being "dumbed down" [7][9] - The marketing strategies have been criticized for being misleading, with claims of "3x" or "20x" usage limits lacking transparency regarding the baseline limits [7][9] - Community feedback indicates a growing sentiment of betrayal among users who feel they were misled about the service's capabilities and pricing [9][10] Competitive Landscape - Developers dissatisfied with Cursor are increasingly turning to alternatives like Claude Code, which is perceived to offer better performance, especially for complex tasks [10][12] - Claude Code is reported to be 10% to 30% stronger than Cursor, particularly in handling large-scale tasks [11][12] - The market is witnessing a shift where developers are considering both Cursor and Claude Code for different aspects of their work, indicating a trend towards using multiple tools for specific needs [14][15] Industry Trends and Challenges - The AI programming tool market is evolving from a focus on tool functionality to a competition centered around model capabilities and ecosystem integration [24][27] - Companies like Cursor face challenges in balancing API costs with user experience, as the previous "burn money for growth" strategy is becoming unsustainable [18][19] - The future of AI programming tools may involve a shift towards intelligent agents that can autonomously understand and execute tasks, fundamentally changing software development processes [26][27]