Side by side
gitg vs GitKraken Desktop
Both stand on git gui clients. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Linux
gitg covers repository browsing, commits, history, diffs, and a range of branch and tag actions. Its Flathub package is specifically a Linux desktop Flatpak, so check the platform listing that matches your setup.
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Visit GitKraken Desktop The facts
| gitg | GitKraken Desktop | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | GitKraken Desktop |
| Website | gitlab.gnome.org | gitkraken.com |
| On git gui clients | #14 of 32 | #10 of 32 |
gitg: what it does well
- Free plan listed as free
- Supports browsing and cloning repositories
- Version 50 offers configurable history columns
- Includes branch, tag, and remote actions
- Offers unified or split default diff views
What to know first
- Flathub listing is Linux desktop only
- No free trial is listed
GitKraken Desktop: what it does well
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