Claude Code vs Windsurf: side-by-side comparison
2 Code tools compared on the same grid. Joute score, pricing, business model, target profile.
Quick verdict
Our pick on this battle: Claude Code (8,9/10, 18 €/mois).
Side by side
Claude Code vs Windsurf: cards at a glance
Summary table
The table at a glance
| Criterion | Claude Code | Windsurf |
|---|---|---|
| Entry price | 18 €/mois | 18 €/mois |
| Business model | Freemium | Freemium |
| Joute score /10 | 8,9 | 8,7 |
| Verifiability /10 | 9 | 4 |
| Official site | claude.com | windsurf.com |
The interfaces
What each tool looks like
Frequently asked
What we get asked about this battle.
Which to pick between Claude Code vs Windsurf in 2026?
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Our pick: Claude Code (8.9/10, 18 €/mois). But the verdict depends on your profile.
How does Joute compare these tools?
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Same grid for all: product quality (score /10), real price in euros, business model, and obsolescence risk. All accounts paid by us. Full method on /methode.