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Best Git Clients 2026
Facts read 27 Sep 2026 – 15 Oct 2026
Git clients let you manage Git repositories using desktop software, command-line utilities, extensions, online services or self-hosted systems. Use this guide to weigh licensing, platform availability and repository capabilities when selecting a tool.
The standings: top 10
| Name | In a line | Record score | Price from | Try it free | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 GitKraken Desktop | GitKraken Desktop suits developers working with local, public, or supported hosted repositories. | 7.4 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows, Mac, Linux | 27 Sep 2026 |
| 02 TortoiseGit | 6.8 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows | 3 Oct 2026 | |
| 03 Sourcetree | Sourcetree suits developers who want a graphical workflow for Git or Mercurial repositories. | 6.8 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows, Mac | 2 Oct 2026 |
| 04 Tower | 6.8 | — | Free trial | Windows, Mac | 30 Sep 2026 | |
| 05 Git | Git suits individuals and teams who need distributed version control for projects of varied sizes. | 6.6 | Free plan | Free plan | Mac | 27 Sep 2026 |
| 06 SmartGit | SmartGit suits developers who want a visual client for Git workflows on Windows, macOS, or Linux. | 6.5 | $5 a month | Free plan | Windows, Mac, Linux | 28 Sep 2026 |
| 07 GitButler | GitButler suits developers who want a graphical or command-line way to organize parallel branches and edit commits. | 6.3 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows, Mac, Linux | 1 Oct 2026 |
| 08 gitg | 6.2 | Free plan | Free plan | Linux | 8 Oct 2026 | |
| 09 Fork | 6.1 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows, Mac, Self-hosted | 28 Sep 2026 | |
| 10 Gitnuro | Gitnuro suits people who want a graphical Git client on Linux, macOS, or Windows, from newcomers to professionals. | 6.1 | Free plan | Free plan | Windows, Mac, Linux | 15 Oct 2026 |
The list is ordered by newest releases first, using figures the makers publish. Nothing is scored.
02
TortoiseGit
Windows Record6.8 Visit
03
Sourcetree
Sourcetree suits developers who want a graphical workflow for Git or Mercurial repositories.
WindowsMac Record6.8 Visit
04
Tower
WindowsMac Record6.8 Visit
05
Git
Git suits individuals and teams who need distributed version control for projects of varied sizes.
Mac Record6.6 Visit
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SmartGit
WindowsMacLinux $5 a month Record6.5 Visit SmartGit suits developers who want a visual client for Git workflows on Windows, macOS, or Linux.
7
GitButler
WindowsMacLinux Free plan Record6.3 Visit GitButler suits developers who want a graphical or command-line way to organize parallel branches and edit commits.
10
Gitnuro
WindowsMacLinux Free plan Record6.1 Visit Gitnuro suits people who want a graphical Git client on Linux, macOS, or Windows, from newcomers to professionals.
13
Git Cola
WindowsMacLinux Free plan Record5.6 Visit Git Cola suits Git users who want a graphical interface across Linux, macOS, or Windows.
15
Anchorpoint
WindowsMacAPI+1 €240 a year Record5.3 Visit It suits creative project teams that need Git-based version control and asset review workflows.
17
Working Copy
iPhone & iPad $35.99 one-time Record5.1 Visit Working Copy suits iOS users who need to manage Git repositories on a mobile device, including offline commits and supported hosting services.
19
GitHub CodeQL
WebWindowsMac+3 Free plan Record4.5 Visit CodeQL suits developers and security researchers who need to analyze code for security and other quality issues.
20
Git Extensions
WindowsBrowser extension Free plan Record4.4 Visit Git Extensions suits Windows users who want a standalone graphical tool for Git repositories, with history, blame, and plugin functions.
Before you choose
Check the cost model
Compare the free plan, any free trial and the paid starting price. Git, TortoiseGit, Sourcetree, gitg, GitButler, SourceGit and Git Cola list free plans; SmartGit lists a freemium model; Fork lists a paid plan from $59 per user and also lists a free plan.
Match your platform
Confirm where the client runs before you choose it. Entries span macOS, Windows, Linux, self-hosted deployments, extensions and web tools.
Compare repository work
Assess support for repository hosting, visual history and conflict resolution. These features show how a client presents changes and helps you handle competing edits.
Review Git workflows
Check the workflows you need, including submodule support. A client that matches your branching, history and submodule habits can reduce extra steps.
Questions
Which platforms do these Git clients support?
The entries include clients for macOS, Windows and Linux, along with self-hosted setups, extensions and web tools.
Can I find a Git client with a free plan?
Yes. Some entries list a free plan. Pricing details vary, so compare the listed plan and paid starting price.
Are any of these Git clients open source?
Yes. Some entries provide open-source code. Check the individual project for its licence before changing or distributing code.
Do any Git clients offer a free trial?
Yes. Some entries include a free trial. Trial terms can differ, so review the client’s current offer.
What features are compared here?
The comparison looks at free plans, starting prices, supported platforms, repository hosting, visual history, conflict handling, Git workflows and submodule support.
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