GitLab Inc.
Open source
GitLab is an all-in-one, web-based Git repository tool that has many features, including code review, issue tracking, version-controlling, and collaboration tools.
There's a somewhat steep learning curve at first, but it gets easier over time. Some people say the huge number of potential features makes it a bit trickier to learn, but once you know how to do what you want, it's not so bad.
It's free, but there are extra features you can pay for.
It works on any OS, but it's more stable and secure with Linux.
- Many different features all in one place (source code management, issue tracking, continuous integration, and code review)
- Works for small and big collaborations
- Extensive documentation and support
- Supports integrating third-party tools to improve workflow
- Both cloud-based hosting and self-hosting options
- Somewhat steep learning curve
- Difficult to run self-hosted version
- Potentially requires a lot of server space
- Very time-consuming to keep it secure and updated properly
- Third-party integrations can be very difficult, especially if it's a less common tool.
- Most features aren't available in the free version.
- Can get expensive (up to $100/month)