Where GitGud.io's free tier stops
GitGud.io GitGud.io's free tier stops only where a builder needs paid add-ons or a different operating model. The free offer includes unlimited private repositories for users and groups, no repository size limit for code and development content, free GitLab CI runner access by request, free Pages hosting with custom domains, a free container registry, wikis, Kanban boards, snippets and gists, service desk tickets, and direct administrator support. Since the free tier does not publish a hard quota for these core hosting features, the practical reason to look elsewhere is fit, not a numeric ceiling.
Switch table
| GitGud.io | GitLab | GForge | GitHub | RocketGit | sourcehut | Gerrit Code Review | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| private repositories | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited private projects | Unlimited | Unlimited private repositories | git.sr.ht during public alpha | Self-hosted open-source with no usage caps |
| public repositories | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited public projects | Unlimited | Unlimited public repositories | git.sr.ht during public alpha | Free hosted Gerrit code review for public GitHub repositories |
| CI minutes per month | Free GitLab CI runner access by request | 400 | Not listed in free_tier_items | 2,000 GitHub Actions minutes per month | Not listed in free_tier_items | builds.sr.ht requires payment | No usage caps in self-hosted form |
| storage | No repository size limit for code and development content | 10 GiB per project | Not listed in free_tier_items | 500 MB of GitHub Packages storage | Not listed in free_tier_items | Not listed in free_tier_items | No usage caps in self-hosted form |
| team users | Unlimited for users and groups | Up to 5 licensed users | Up to 5 active users | Not listed in free_tier_items | Not listed in free_tier_items | Account access for contributors to existing projects | Not listed in free_tier_items |
| pages or website hosting | Free GitGud.site Pages hosting with custom domains | Not listed in free_tier_items | Not listed in free_tier_items | Not listed in free_tier_items | Not listed in free_tier_items | SourceHut pages during public alpha | Not listed in free_tier_items |
| Card required | - | No | No | Unknown | Unknown | No | Unknown |
| First paid tier | - | Premium, $29 per user/month | SaaS, starting at $6/user/month | Team, $4 USD per user/month for the first 12 months* | Varies by usage | Amateur hackers, €4/mo | $4/mo | Varies by usage |
The alternatives
GitLab
FTV 58 / 100GitLab's free plan gives you source code management and CI/CD in one hosted platform, plus up to 5 licensed users, 400 compute minutes per month, and 10 GiB storage per project. It is a real hosted DevOps tier with a defined entry point, no credit card required, and a clear upgrade path to paid seats if you outgrow the cap. If you need GitLab itself rather than an uncapped community-hosted instance, this is the closest official option. It is still free, but the limits are explicit and relatively tight for growing teams.
- Beats GitGud.io: Clear hosted CI/CD quotas and a documented free plan
- Falls short: Much lower user, compute, and storage ceilings
- Who should switch: Switch here if you want GitLab.com with predictable free limits and no card requirement.
GForge
FTV 59 / 100GForge's free on-premise edition gives up to 5 active users, unlimited public projects, unlimited private projects, full functionality, and no time limits, with no credit card required. That makes it attractive if you want a self-managed or on-premise DevOps platform with project management and repository hosting in one place. The free tier is notably generous on project count and function breadth, especially for small teams willing to run it themselves. If your priority is unrestricted project creation rather than hosted convenience, GForge is a strong fit.
- Beats GitGud.io: No time limits on the free edition
- Falls short: It still caps active users at 5
- Who should switch: Switch here if you need on-premise deployment and can stay within a small active-user count.
GitHub
FTV 40 / 100GitHub's free tier includes unlimited public and private repositories, Dependabot security and version updates, 2,000 GitHub Actions minutes per month, 500 MB of GitHub Packages storage, issues and Projects, and community support. It is the most familiar hosted Git workflow for many teams, and the free plan is broad enough for small projects that need collaboration and basic automation. The free limits are transparent, and the platform is easy to adopt if your team already lives in GitHub. It is best when you want mainstream repository workflows plus a defined CI and package quota.
- Beats GitGud.io: Stronger ecosystem and broader collaboration tooling
- Falls short: Much less free CI and package storage
- Who should switch: Switch here if you want the most standard hosted Git workflow and can live with smaller automation quotas.
RocketGit
FTV 90 / 100RocketGit gives you unlimited public repositories, unlimited private repositories, and free best-effort support with no guaranteed response time. It is a simple, privacy-focused Git host with an always-free model and no visible usage ceiling in the free tier items provided. If your main requirement is to host repositories without worrying about repo counts or storage caps, RocketGit keeps the free story very straightforward. It is a good choice for builders who want a minimal Git hosting footprint and are comfortable with lighter support expectations.
- Beats GitGud.io: Simpler always-free repository hosting without stated caps
- Falls short: Less adjacent project tooling and support depth
- Who should switch: Switch here if you mainly need unlimited repo hosting and do not need GitLab-style project features.
sourcehut
FTV 55 / 100sourcehut's free access covers git.sr.ht, hg.sr.ht, todo.sr.ht, lists.sr.ht, Project hub, SourceHut pages, paste.sr.ht, and account access for contributors to existing projects during public alpha. It is a standards-oriented platform with a lightweight feel, and the free access is broad for people contributing rather than hosting their own projects. The catch is that builds.sr.ht and chat.sr.ht require payment, and hosting your own projects is what pushes you into paid access. If you want contributor access first and a minimal workflow, it is a good alternative.
- Beats GitGud.io: Contributor-friendly access to several services during public alpha
- Falls short: Payment is required for builds and chat, and for hosting your own projects
- Who should switch: Switch here if you are mostly contributing to existing projects and prefer sourcehut's workflow style.
Gerrit Code Review
FTV 90 / 100Gerrit Code Review offers free hosted code review for public GitHub repositories and a self-hosted open-source option with no usage caps. It is built for review-driven Git workflows, so teams that care most about approvals, branch control, and change review may find it a better fit than a broader project hub. The free story is especially strong if you can self-host and want to avoid usage ceilings entirely. This is not the choice for general-purpose project management, but it is a good alternative when code review is the center of the workflow.
- Beats GitGud.io: Review-centric workflow with no usage caps in self-hosted form
- Falls short: Not a general project management platform
- Who should switch: Switch here if code review is the main job and you do not need GitLab-style boards or pages.
Two quick picks
GitLab
GitLab is the closest drop-in for teams already used to a GitLab-style hosted workflow, with source code management, CI/CD, issues, and project planning in one place. Its free plan is familiar and well-defined, so switching is mostly about accepting the limits rather than changing the workflow.
GForge
GForge gives the most obvious free headroom for small teams because it allows unlimited public and private projects and full functionality with no time limits. The main restriction is active users, so project growth is less constrained than on the other capped options.
Frequently asked questions
Which alternative is closest if I want the same GitLab-style experience?
GitLab is the closest match because it keeps code hosting and CI/CD in one hosted product. The tradeoff is that its free tier has explicit user, compute, and storage limits.
Which alternative gives the most room before I have to pay?
GForge is the most generous for project count and time limits, but it still caps active users. If your team is small, it offers a lot of runway.
Which alternative is best if I only care about repository hosting?
RocketGit is the simplest fit for unlimited public and private repositories. It is more minimal than GitGud.io, so you give up the broader project tools.
Which alternative is best for code review rather than full project management?
Gerrit Code Review is the best fit if review workflows are the main requirement. It is review-first, but it is not a full project management suite.
Bottom line
For the most common case, GitLab is the best alternative if you want a familiar hosted DevOps platform with clear free-plan limits and an easy upgrade path. It is the closest direct substitute when a team has outgrown, or simply wants more predictability than, GitGud.io's uncapped free setup. If you care more about simple repository hosting than project tooling, RocketGit is the lighter choice, but GitLab is the better all-around pick for most builders.
Read the full listing for GitGud.io. Scores use the FTV methodology at /ftv. Browse more alternatives on /alternatives, or head-to-head comparisons on /compare.