Compare the dominant code-hosting network against an all-in-one DevOps platform you can self-host.
GitHub wins on network effects — open-source discovery, the contributor pool, and Actions for CI all live there. GitLab is the right call when you want a single integrated DevOps stack under one vendor, especially with self-hosting on the table for compliance, air-gapped, or sovereignty reasons.
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| Attribute | GitLab | GitHub |
|---|---|---|
| Category | DevOps / CI | DevOps / CI |
| Pricing Model | freemium | freemium |
| Starting Price | Free | Free |
| Free Tier | Yes | Yes |
| Open Source | Yes | No |
| Platforms | — | web, cli, desktop |
