GitHub vs GitLab
Both sit in developer tools. Here is how they differ on the things you can actually check.
GitHub
github.com
Git hosting with pull requests, Actions CI, packages, security scanning and Copilot. Free for unlimited public and private repositories.
Free planDeveloper Tools
Visit GitHubGitLab
about.gitlab.com
Source control plus CI/CD, security scanning, package registry and project management — self-managed or SaaS.
Free planDeveloper Tools
Visit GitLab| GitHub | GitLab | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry price | $4/mo | $29/mo |
| Pricing model | Free plan | Free plan |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| Around since | 2008 | 2011 |
Prices are indicative entry-tier figures, not verified quotes. Both vendors change pricing without notice.