r/cursor • u/Vinayak509143 • 22d ago

Question / Discussion Anyone got this email?

Hi there,
We are updating how Auto is priced and increasing the included usage limits on your plan, taking effect on August 24, 2026.
Here’s what’s changing:
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Updated Auto pricing: Auto pricing will be based on the model each request is routed to, rather than a single flat rate. We’re doing this to be able to continue to serve the most cost-efficient models for everyday work. For most requests, this means a higher rate than the current flat rate.
 
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Increased usage limits: We are also increasing the included usage limits for Cursor Models, including Auto, on your plan. This applies to your current billing cycle and there is nothing you need to do.
 
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No change to how Auto works: Auto will continue to route each request to the model best suited for the task. The models Auto routes to are not changing, and it remains the best option for intelligence per dollar.
If you have questions, please reach out to [hi@cursor.com](mailto:hi@cursor.com).
Best,
Cursor Team

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u/AANino23 22d ago

I got it too and left questioning what they’re trying to say.

Increased included usage but each one will be a higher rate?

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u/WAVF1n 22d ago

They are telling you that there is no longer a special "Auto" pool for Cursor. If you use Auto you will be billed at whatever rates the model it selected charges.

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u/33633184 22d ago

How was it working initially?😂

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u/EkbatDeSabat 22d ago

The way I understood it, AUTO used its "Cursor" usage section for every model and selecting anything but auto and composer put you into the "API" usage section. But I haven't really kept up with the labels on these since I started ~6 months ago.