# Forge vs Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf)

> Forge: Turn one idea into platform-ready drafts for X, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Threads
> Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf): Agent-first IDE for running local and cloud coding agents in one place

- Forge profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/forge
- Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/windsurf
- Comparison page: https://finderatlas.com/compare/forge-vs-windsurf
- Last reviewed: November 2026

## Verdict

Forge is listed under Sales & Marketing AI and Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) under Coding AI. Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) scores higher in FinderAtlas's editorial review (8.4 vs 7.5 out of 10). Both have a free plan or trial. Only Forge is available on Web. Only Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) is available on Windows, macOS and Linux.

### Choose Forge if

- You want a tool built for writing platform-specific versions of one announcement quickly, keeping a consistent voice across networks.
- Writes distinct drafts for five networks from one input.
- Free trial of 2 generations with no card.

### Choose Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) if

- You want a tool built for managing multiple coding agents.
- Free plan with unlimited Tab completions and inline edits.
- Full IDE that stays compatible with VS Code and Windsurf extensions.

## Pricing

| | Forge | Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Freemium |
| Free plan or trial | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | $0 | $0 |

## Features

| Feature | Forge | Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Five platform drafts | Yes | Not listed |
| Grok-powered writing | Yes | Not listed |
| Review and edit | Yes | Not listed |
| Post button | Yes | Not listed |
| Photo and video attachments | Yes | Not listed |
| Brand-voice settings | Yes | Not listed |
| Team plans | Yes | Not listed |
| Saved-prompt schedules | Yes | Not listed |
| Agent Command Center | Not listed | Yes |
| Spaces | Not listed | Yes |
| Full IDE | Not listed | Yes |
| Devin Local | Not listed | Yes |
| Agent Client Protocol support | Not listed | Yes |
| Tab and Supercomplete | Not listed | Yes |
| Fast Context | Not listed | Yes |
| Devin Cloud handoff | Not listed | Yes |
| MCP and extensions | Not listed | Yes |
| SWE-2 model | Not listed | Yes |

## Platforms

| Platform | Forge | Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Web | Yes | No |
| Windows | No | Yes |
| macOS | No | Yes |
| iOS | No | No |
| Android | No | No |
| API | No | No |
| Browser Extension | No | No |
| Linux | No | Yes |
| JetBrains Plugin | No | Yes |

## Forge strengths

- Writes distinct drafts for five networks from one input
- Free trial of 2 generations with no card
- One-time packs available for those who avoid subscriptions
- Confirmation step before anything is posted
- Clear published pricing, including overage rates, in the Terms

## Forge limitations

- No automatic scheduling; scheduled runs are disabled
- Free tier is only 2 generations
- Web only, with no mobile app or API
- Operator and company details are not disclosed
- No independent reviews found

## Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) strengths

- Free plan with unlimited Tab completions and inline edits
- Full IDE that stays compatible with VS Code and Windsurf extensions
- One view for managing local, cloud and third-party agents
- Supports ACP agents such as Codex, Claude Agent and OpenCode
- Available on macOS, Windows and Linux

## Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) limitations

- Paid plans have daily and weekly usage quotas, and extra usage is billed at API pricing
- Pro rose to $20 per month, and Max costs $200 per month
- The rename and the move to devin.ai changed menus, docs and branding, and some names such as the JetBrains plugin still say Windsurf
- Cascade was retired in favour of Devin Local, so Cascade workflows had to migrate

## FAQ

**Is Forge better than Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf)?**

It depends on your workflow. Forge is built for writing platform-specific versions of one announcement quickly, keeping a consistent voice across networks. Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) is built for managing multiple coding agents.

**What are the key feature differences between Forge and Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf)?**

Forge: Turn one idea into platform-ready drafts for X, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Threads. Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf): Agent-first IDE for running local and cloud coding agents in one place.

**Does Forge or Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) have a free plan?**

Yes, both do. Forge is freemium and Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) is freemium, and each has a free plan or trial.

**Which is cheaper, Forge or Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf)?**

Both can be used for free. Paid plans differ in limits and features, so compare the tiers in the pricing table above.