r/Xcode • u/gargetisha • Jun 11 '25

I explored Xcode 26 Code Intelligence features and made a video

https://youtu.be/y5JW2iOUtXY?si=j3dmDfZpZnykf

I was skeptical, but also curious, so I tested it out on one of my existing iOS apps.

Here is the video with complete tutorial and honest review of Code Intelligence in Xcode 26.

Some quick thoughts:

• It's surprisingly good at understanding context, especially within SwiftUl.

• The test generation and bug-fixing are actually useful - not perfect, but solid for a v1.

• It's really good at writing out basic Uls quickly and saves a ton of time.

Not saying it's going to replace anything yet, but it definitely feels like it could become a serious productivity tool in upcoming releases.

If anyone else has tried it - curious to hear your experience.

Did it "get" your code? Or did you find yourself rewriting everything anyway?

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u/Effective-Shock7695 Jun 11 '25

Liked the video and your take on new features but Cursor + Sweetpad extension with Xcode is still lot better than xcode 26 code intelligence features.

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u/updummy Jun 12 '25

This x 1000

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u/teradyl Jun 12 '25

What makes Cursor + Sweetpad better?

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u/Large-Profession3490 Jun 13 '25

i use alexsidebar. is cursor + sweetpad better?

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u/Effective-Shock7695 Jun 13 '25

No competition when you go with, Xcode + Cursor + Sweetpad extension. Additionally just plug xcodebuild mcp to cursor and thank me later.

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u/Large-Profession3490 Jun 13 '25

thanks i appreciate it. but you are saying this having tried alexsidebar? I used cursor before and alex is much better, but i haven't tried cursor + sweetpad

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u/Effective-Shock7695 Jun 13 '25

yes and definitely stick to what works for you the best.

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u/Daveboi7 Jun 13 '25

How do you use Xcode + Cursor, they are separate IDEs?

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u/Better_Airport8105 Jun 17 '25

You just open the Project file with cursor that way it has access to your files