Side by side
Fork vs GitButler
Both stand on git clients. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan MacSelf-hostedWindows
Visit Fork 
Free plan LinuxMacWindows
GitButler offers branch, commit, and snapshot tools in a free standalone client, with AI provider and forge choices. Linux users should check their distribution’s compatibility requirements before using it.
Visit GitButlerThe facts
| Fork | GitButler | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac, Self-hosted, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | See the plans |
| Plans published | 4 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | git-fork.com | gitbutler.com |
| On git clients | #9 of 24 | #5 of 24 |
Fork: what it does well
GitButler: what it does well
- Manage multiple branches in one working directory.
- Snapshots can revert major operations.
- AI naming supports four listed providers.
- Supports GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket.
- Free for standalone use.
What to know first
- Linux requires libwebkit2gtk.
- Linux compatibility varies by distribution.
- Supporter plan costs $5 a month.
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