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Kommit vs VisualSVN Server

Both stand on version control software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Kommit

Free plan Linux

Kommit provides a focused visual interface for Git work on Linux, with history, diff, conflict, and revision tools. Users needing rebase support or concerned about the listed Flathub permissions should account for those limitations.

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VisualSVN Server

Free plan Self-hostedWebWindows

Choose VisualSVN Server if you need to host standard-format Subversion repositories on Windows, especially when repository search, backup, or writable site replication matters. The free Community plan covers up to 15 users; larger teams or VDFS deployments should compare the perpetual license options, which have limits determined by license size.

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The facts

KommitVisualSVN Server
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onLinuxSelf-hosted, Web, Windows
Lowest paid planFree or on requestEssential: $55, paid once
Plans published14
MakerKommitNot published
Websiteapps.kde.orgvisualsvn.com
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Kommit: what it does well

  • Free GPL-3.0 open-source license
  • Commit and merge graph display
  • Visual differences and conflict-resolution tools
  • Browse files from branches or commits
  • Dolphin overlay-icon integration

What to know first

  • Linux-only desktop support
  • Rebase support is listed as a TODO
  • Flathub flags potentially unsafe permissions

VisualSVN Server: what it does well

  • Single package installs a full-featured Subversion server.
  • Full-text search covers repository contents and revision history.
  • VDFS supports writable replicated repositories across distributed sites.
  • Hot backups and scheduled repository verification are available.
  • MMC and PowerShell tools support administration and automation.

What to know first

  • The server requires Windows Server 2012 R2–2025 or Windows 8.1 or later.
  • The Community plan is limited to 15 users.
  • Essential licenses are limited by the selected license size for users and VDFS repositories.
  • Distributed version control is not supported.

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