Sourcetree Alternatives for Linux

Sourcetree is not available for Linux but there are plenty of alternatives that runs on Linux with similar functionality. The best Linux alternative is SmartGit, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Sourcetree and many of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to Sourcetree are GitKraken, Gittyup, RelaGit and Gitnuro.

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Alternatives list

  1. SmartGit icon

    SmartGit

     364 likes

    SmartGit is a front-end for the distributed version control system Git and runs on Windows, macOS and Linux. SmartGit is intended for developers who prefer a graphical user interface over a command line client, to be even more productive with Git.

    75 SmartGit alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    SmartGit vs Sourcetree Comments
    Aleksandr Dikov
    Positive
    0

    Much better interface than new SourceTree has, no bugs with digital tablet, auto-detection repos, portable version.

    YouZer
    Negative
    3

    No more "Free personal" license. There is only paid license and 30 days test. Going back to Sourcetree.

    jamilsonjunior
    Positive
    -3

    Faster than SourceTree and has a built-in conflict solver.

    • SmartGit is Freemium and ProprietarySourcetree is Free and Proprietary
    • SmartGit is CustomizableSourcetree is not according to our users
  2. GitKraken icon

    GitKraken

     175 likes

    Millions of developers and teams around the world choose GitKraken Client to make Git more visual and accessible with an intuitive UI, the flexibility to switch between a GUI or a terminal, and a seamless experience across operating systems.

    77 GitKraken alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Visual Studio Code
    • Online
    • Google Chrome
    • Firefox
    • Microsoft Edge
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    GitKraken vs Sourcetree Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    0

    Very nice interface, very intuitive and perfect integration with Github and Bitbucket.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    48

    I liked the application, but open private repository for a paid user :( it isn't freeware.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    P. Betta
    Positive
    -1

    GitKraken is a modern alternative to Sourcetree and brings updates frequently.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 7 comments
    • GitKraken is Freemium and ProprietarySourcetree is Free and Proprietary
  4. Gittyup icon

    Gittyup

     35 likes

    Gittyup is a graphical Git client designed to help you understand and manage your source code history. Gittyup is a continuation of the GitAhead client.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Qt
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  5. RelaGit icon

    RelaGit

     14 likes

    Modern graphical Git client featuring advanced tooling, support for GitHub, GitLab, Codeberg, detailed project popout views, dynamic workflow automation, and extensive theme customization for enhanced adaptability and user-driven workflow management.

    44 RelaGit alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  6. Gitnuro icon

    Gitnuro

     19 likes

    A FOSS Git multiplatform client for newbies and pros.

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
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    Gitnuro vs Sourcetree Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Essential and cleen design

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Gitnuro is Free and Open SourceSourcetree is Free and Proprietary
    • Gitnuro is Privacy focused and CustomizableSourcetree is not according to our users
  7. Sublime Merge icon

    Sublime Merge

     29 likes

    Sublime Merge is a fast and intuitive git client built on the same performant platform as Sublime Text.

    67 Sublime Merge alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Sublime Merge vs Sourcetree Comments
    natevancouver
    Positive
    0

    Sublime merge has the best diff and merge experience of any Git client.

    vbagsalternativeto
    Positive
    0

    most performant and native way to interact with git

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Sublime Merge is Freemium and ProprietarySourcetree is Free and Proprietary
  9. GitButler icon

    GitButler

     10 likes

    GitButler is a new Source Code Management system designed to manage your branches, record and backup your work, be your Git client, help with your code and much more. Our focus is everything after writing code in your editor and before sharing it on GitHub.

    25 GitButler alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
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  10. GitAhead icon

    GitAhead

     58 likes

    GitAhead lets you filter results and performs advanced searches. It shows you exactly what you need to see and makes navigating through thousands of commits a piece of cake.

    55 GitAhead alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Main window
     
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    GitAhead vs Sourcetree Comments
    dabockster
    Negative
    -1

    Doesn't support GitHub OAuth login. Requires API key instead. This is significantly less secure than competing products.

    • GitAhead is Free and Open SourceSourcetree is Free and Proprietary
    • GitAhead is MinimalisticSourcetree is not according to our users
  12. GitFourchette icon

    GitFourchette

     2 likes

    Explore your repos easily. Craft commits intuitively. GitFourchette will become your new home to get work done in your Git repositories.

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    GitFourchette screenshot 1
     
  13. GitHub Desktop Plus icon

    GitHub Desktop Plus

     4 likes

    This is an up-to-date fork of GitHub Desktop, with many quality of life improvements and advanced features for power users.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Windows
    • Mac
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  14. gitg icon

    gitg

     54 likes

    gitg is a git repository viewer targeting gtk+/GNOME. One of its main objectives is to provide a more unified user experience for git frontends across multiple desktops. It does this not be writing a cross-platform application, but by close collaboration with similar clients for...

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    Main View
     
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