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Best Repository Management Software in 2026

Repository management software helps you store, review and control code repositories. This list is for people comparing hosted services, self-hosted software and tools with web, Linux, API, Windows or macOS access.

  1. 1

    Avidemux

    Free plan Open source LinuxMacWeb+1
    9.2 Free plan Visit site
  2. 2

    Gerrit Code Review

    Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+3

    Gerrit combines patchset-based review, access controls, and configurable approvals in a self-hosted Git workflow.

    9.0 Free plan Visit site
  3. 3

    RhodeCode Enterprise

    Free plan Open source APILinuxSelf-hosted+2

    RhodeCode combines multi-repository collaboration with review, auditing, and access controls, and offers both on-premises and hosted options.

    8.6 From $75/user/yr · 30-day trial Visit site
  4. 4

    AWS CodeCommit

    Free plan APILinuxMac+2
    7.6 Free plan · paid from $1/user/mo Visit site
  5. 5

    Bitbucket

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5

    Bitbucket combines repository hosting and CI/CD with connections to Jira, Trello, and third-party services.

    7.5 Free plan Visit site
  6. 6

    Forgejo Actions

    Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

    Forgejo Actions offers CI workflows with configurable triggers, secrets, and runner choice.

    7.5 Open source Visit site
  7. 7

    GitBucket

    Free plan APILinuxMac+3
    7.4 Open source Visit site
  8. 8

    GitHub CodeQL

    Free plan ExtensionLinuxMac+3
    7.3 Free plan · paid from $30/mo Visit site
  9. 9

    Gogs

    Free plan APILinuxMac+3
    7.3 Open source Visit site
  10. 10

    Kallithea

    Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+2
    7.2 Open source Visit site
  11. 11

    Launchpad

    Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

    Launchpad combines source collaboration, bug tracking, package distribution, and translation tools for open-source projects at no charge.

    7.2 Free plan Visit site
  12. 12

    Gitee Go

    Free plan Self-hostedWeb

    Gitee Go combines pipeline authoring, plugins, workflow integrations, and multi-cloud controls in one CI/CD service. Check the core-point rules and allowances when planning cloud build usage.

    7.1 Free plan Visit site
  13. 13

    Perforce P4 (Helix Core)

    Free plan APILinuxMac+3

    Perforce P4 provides centralized version control with file locking and large-file support across major desktop platforms.

    7.1 Free plan · paid from $39/user/mo Visit site
  14. 14

    Phorge

    Free plan APILinuxMac+2

    Phorge brings project organization and development tools together while letting teams host the software and retain their data.

    7.1 Free plan Visit site
  15. 15

    SourceHut

    Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

    SourceHut offers a broad, mailing-list-centered development workflow with strong portability and self-hosting support.

    7.0 Free plan · paid from $4/user/mo Visit site
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    Tuleap

    Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

    Tuleap combines planning, traceability, testing, and custom trackers in an ALM workspace, with cloud and on-premises deployment options.

    6.9 Free plan · pricing on request Visit site
  17. 17

    Unity Version Control

    Free plan APILinuxMac+3

    Unity Version Control offers workflows for developers and artists, with hosted and self-hosted deployment options.

    6.9 Free plan Visit site
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    Assembla

    Free trial APISelf-hostedWeb

    Assembla combines repository hosting, review workflows, Git LFS, integrations, and project management on higher plans.

    6.4 From $12.50/user/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
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    Azure Test Plans

    Free trial APIExtensionLinux+4

    Choose Azure Test Plans for traceable manual and exploratory testing, especially when your team needs reports and Azure Pipelines integration.

    6.4 Free plan · paid from $52/user/mo · 30-day trial Visit site
  20. 20

    OneDev

    Free plan LinuxMacWeb+1
    6.1 Free plan · paid from $6/user/mo Visit site
  21. 21

    Apache Allura

    Paid Web
    4.6 Open source Visit site
  22. 22

    Perforce TeamHub

    Paid Web
    4.4 Pricing on request Visit site

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Questions

Do repository management tools offer free plans?

Yes. Tools on this list include free plans, free software and freemium options. Check the plan limits and included features before choosing.

Which platforms are supported?

Listed platforms include web, Linux, self-hosted, API, Windows and macOS. Check the platform field for the tool you are considering.

Are open-source options available?

Yes. Several listed tools provide open-source code. Review the licence and hosting requirements before using or modifying one.

Which tools have free trials?

Trial terms listed include 14 days for Assembla and 30 days for Azure Test Plans. Check what remains available after the trial.

What should I compare between plans?

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