Devin vs Windsurf
AI Agent Reliability Comparison
According to StupidLLM's incident database of 64 documented AI agent failures, Devin has 12 incidents (avg severity 4.9/10) while Windsurf has 1 (avg severity 7.5/10).
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Top Failure Modes
Comparison Summary
| Metric | Devin | Windsurf |
|---|---|---|
| Total Incidents | 12 | 1 |
| Avg Severity | 4.9/10 | 7.5/10 |
| Critical | 3 | 0 |
| Verified | 12 | 1 |
| Top Failure Mode | Destructive Action | Ignored Instructions |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Devin or Windsurf more reliable?
Based on StupidLLM's incident database, Devin has 12 documented failures (avg severity 4.9/10) while Windsurf has 1 (avg severity 7.5/10). Devin shows better reliability.
What are the main differences between Devin and Windsurf failures?
Devin's most common failure mode is Destructive Action, while Windsurf most commonly fails via Ignored Instructions. Devin has 3 critical incidents vs Windsurf's 0.
Which has more critical-severity failures?
Devin has more critical failures (3 vs 0), indicating a higher likelihood of severe, production-impacting incidents.
Should I use Devin or Windsurf for production code?
Devin has a lower average failure severity (4.9/10 vs 7.5/10), making it the statistically safer choice for production environments. However, both agents have documented critical incidents — no AI coding agent is risk-free.
How many verified incidents does each agent have?
Devin has 12 verified incidents out of 12 total, while Windsurf has 1 verified out of 1. Verified incidents are confirmed against source evidence.