# Gamma vs Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf)

> Gamma: Generate presentations, documents and websites from a prompt with an AI design partner
> Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf): Agent-first IDE for running local and cloud coding agents in one place

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

## Verdict

Gamma is listed under Productivity and Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) under Coding AI. Both have a free plan or trial. Only Gamma is available on Web and offers an API. Only Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) is available on Windows, macOS and Linux.

### Choose Gamma if

- You want a tool built for pitch decks.
- Generates a full deck, document or webpage from a single prompt.
- Card layout adapts to desktop and mobile screens without manual slide alignment.

### 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

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

## Features

| Feature | Gamma | Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Prompt-to-deck generation | Yes | Not listed |
| Card-based layout | Yes | Not listed |
| AI editing and restyling | Yes | Not listed |
| AI images | Yes | Not listed |
| Export and sharing | Yes | Not listed |
| Website publishing | Yes | Not listed |
| Analytics and access control | Yes | Not listed |
| API and connectors | 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 | Gamma | Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Web | Yes | No |
| Windows | No | Yes |
| macOS | No | Yes |
| iOS | No | No |
| Android | No | No |
| API | Yes | No |
| Browser Extension | No | No |
| Linux | No | Yes |
| JetBrains Plugin | No | Yes |

## Gamma strengths

- Generates a full deck, document or webpage from a single prompt
- Card layout adapts to desktop and mobile screens without manual slide alignment
- Exports to PowerPoint and PDF and shares by web link
- Free plan available, and Plus at $10 per month removes the Gamma badge
- API and ChatGPT, Claude and Slack connectors for automation

## Gamma limitations

- Free credits are one-time (400) and the free plan is limited to 10 cards per prompt
- Free exports carry a "Made with Gamma" badge
- API access requires Pro ($20 per month) or higher
- Ultra costs $100 per month and is monthly only, with no annual option
- Users on review sites report problems with billing, credit use and slow support

## 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 Gamma better than Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf)?**

It depends on your workflow. Gamma is built for pitch decks. Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf) is built for managing multiple coding agents.

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

Gamma: Generate presentations, documents and websites from a prompt with an AI design partner. Devin Desktop (formerly Windsurf): Agent-first IDE for running local and cloud coding agents in one place.

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

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

**Which is cheaper, Gamma 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.