GitComet
Open source Git GUI for Linux, macOS, and Windows, built in Rust for speed on large repositories with full diff, merge, and history tooling.
Technical Profile & Specs
verified 2026-11-07
- Cost
- $0 / forever (Open Source)
- License
- Open Source
- Hosting Model
- Local (on your machine)
- Platforms
- desktopcross-platformone-click install
- Installation
- Clone https://github.com/Auto-Explore/GitComet or deploy with Docker Compose
- Operational Setup
- Download the native package or installer for your operating system.
- Where Your Data Lives
- All application data lives locally on your own machine.
- The Catch / Trade-off
- Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.
Replaces 2 paid apps
up to $50/mo ($600/yr) in subscriptions
GitComet FAQ
Common questions
Is GitComet free and open source?+
GitComet is an open-source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on local. Open source Git GUI for Linux, macOS, and Windows, built in Rust for speed on large repositories with full diff, merge, and history tooling.
What paid software does GitComet replace?+
GitComet serves as a free replacement for 2 paid SaaS applications: Fork (Git Client), GitHub Desktop, saving up to $50/month ($600/year) in subscription bills.
How do you install and set up GitComet?+
Installation: Clone https://github.com/Auto-Explore/GitComet or deploy with Docker Compose. Setup notes: Download the native package or installer for your operating system.
What is the catch or trade-off with GitComet?+
Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.