Comparison
GitHub vs GitLab
Overview
GitHub is the world's largest platform for hosting and collaborating on code with Git. It combines repositories, pull requests, Actions CI/CD, Packages, Issues and Copilot AI into a single developer platform used by individuals and enterprises alike.
GitLab is an all-in-one DevSecOps platform covering the full software lifecycle in a single application — source control, built-in CI/CD, security scanning, package registry and project planning. It is available as SaaS or fully self-managed.
Features
- —Git repository hosting
- —Pull requests and code review
- —GitHub Actions CI/CD
- —Issues and Projects
- —Packages and Container Registry
- —Copilot AI and advanced security
- —Git repository hosting
- —Built-in CI/CD pipelines
- —Security and compliance scanning (DevSecOps)
- —Issue boards and planning
- —Container and package registry
- —Self-managed or SaaS deployment
Pricing
GitHub
freemiumFree plan available
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Unlimited repos, basic Actions minutes. |
| Team | $4/mo | Per user/month. |
| Enterprise | $21/mo | Per user/month, advanced security. |
GitLab
freemiumFree plan availableFree tier for individuals and small teams; Premium and Ultimate add advanced CI/CD, security and support.
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Core source control and CI/CD. |
| Premium | $29/mo | Per user/month. |
| Ultimate | Contact sales | Advanced security and compliance. |
Company Fit
GitHub
SoloStartupSMBEnterprise
GitLab
StartupSMBEnterprise