GitHub
The largest code hosting platform, with a free plan, Team at $4 and Enterprise at $21 per user a month, plus GitHub Actions minutes and Copilot add-ons.
- Free plan
- Per user per month
- Cloud or server
- Git hosting
- Independent sources
- Verified 10 Nov 2026Sources are dated on this profile
- 1 sourceLinked, typed and dated
- Independent third-party sourcesHow this profile was compiled
- Not an endorsementStack18 has not tested this product
What is GitHub?
GitHub is a code hosting and collaboration platform built on Git, with pull requests, GitHub Actions CI/CD, Packages, security features and Copilot AI, sold in Free, Team and Enterprise plans.
- Best forMost software teams hosting code and running CI in one place
- Team size fitSmall teams, Mid-size teams, Large enterprises
- PricingFree; Team $4 and Enterprise $21 per user per month.
- Main limitationSSO and audit logs require Enterprise.
- AlternativesGitLab, Bitbucket, CircleCI · compare all
GitHub overview: who it is for and what it does.
GitHub hosts Git repositories and adds pull requests, code review, issues, Projects, GitHub Actions for CI/CD and security scanning. It is owned by Microsoft.
A November 2026 guide (prices checked against github.com on 29 September 2026) lists Free with 2,000 Actions minutes and 500 MB of Packages storage, Team at $4 per user a month with 3,000 minutes and 2 GB, and Enterprise at $21 with 50,000 minutes and 50 GB.
Enterprise adds SAML SSO and audit logs, and GitHub Enterprise Server is available for self-hosting. Copilot Enterprise is listed at $39 per user a month; Advanced Security pricing was not covered.
Main problem it solves
Gives teams one place to host code, review changes and automate builds.
Typical customer segment
Individuals and open source through large enterprises.
Target users
- Software developers
- Open-source maintainers
- Engineering organisations
Primary use cases
- Git hosting
- Code review
- CI/CD with Actions
- Issue and project tracking
What makes it distinct
- Largest developer community.
- Actions minutes included.
- Copilot AI add-on.
GitHub features explained.
Plans (per user per month)
- Free
- $0; 2,000 Actions minutes; 500 MB storage.
- Team
- $4; 3,000 minutes; 2 GB.
- Enterprise
- $21; 50,000 minutes; 50 GB; SSO, audit logs.
Platform
- GitHub Actions
- CI/CD workflows.
- Packages
- Package registry.
- Enterprise Server
- Self-hosted option.
AI
- Copilot Enterprise
- $39 per user a month (reported).
- Copilot Business
- Not covered by the source.
- Advanced Security
- Not covered by the source.
GitHub pricing and plans.
Figures reported by independent sources; vendor page not reviewed directly. Checked 10 Nov 2026 against Activepieces.
Pricing model
Per user per month; usage beyond included minutes billed.
Free plan
Yes
Free trial
Not documented
GitHub plans and prices (USD)
Free
$0
Free
2,000 Actions minutes.
Team
$4 per user per month
Monthly or annual
3,000 Actions minutes.
Enterprise
$21 per user per month
Monthly or annual
50,000 Actions minutes; SSO.
The source says prices were checked on 29 September 2026; confirm on github.com/pricing.
Prices change. Confirm current plans and terms on the vendor's site before you decide.
Visit official website (external) ↗See alternativesGitHub integrations, API and platforms.
Important integrations
- GitHub Actions marketplace
- Copilot
- IDEs
Supported platforms
- Web
- Windows
- macOS
- Linux
- iOS
- Android
API
Not reviewed for this profile.
Data import and export
Not reviewed for this profile.
Integration coverage was not assessed in full. Check GitHub's integrations directory and documentation for your tools.
GitHub pros and cons.
Strengths, limitations and best fit. Each point cites a source; editorial summaries are not customer reviews.
Strengths
Limitations
Best for
- Most software teams hosting code and running CI in one place
- Open-source projects
- Enterprises standardising on Microsoft tooling
May be less suited to
- Teams wanting all-in-one DevSecOps in one licence
- Air-gapped teams unwilling to run Enterprise Server
Top GitHub alternatives and competitors.
GitLab
An all-in-one DevSecOps platform with a free tier, Premium at $29 and Ultimate at $99 per user a month…
Explore →Related productBitbucket
Atlassian's Git hosting with Pipelines CI, free for up to 5 users, with Standard at $3.65 and Premium at…
Explore →Related productCircleCI
A usage-based CI/CD platform with a free plan of 30,000 credits a month and Performance from $15 a month.
Explore →GitHub compared with similar developer tools.
Summaries come from each profile. This is a side-by-side aid, not a ranking.
| Product | Tool type | Free tier | Paid from | Pricing model | Self-hosting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GitHub | Git hosting + CI/CD | Yes | $4/user/mo | Per user | Enterprise Server |
| Bitbucket | Git hosting + CI | Yes (5 users) | $3.65/user/mo | Per user | Data Center |
| CircleCI | CI/CD | Yes (30,000 credits) | $15/mo | Usage credits | Server edition |
| Datadog | Observability | Yes (5 hosts) | $15/host/mo | Usage per product | No |
| GitLab | DevSecOps platform | Yes (5 users SaaS) | $29/user/mo | Per user, annual | Yes |
| Jenkins | CI/CD automation server | Free (open source) | Infrastructure only | Open source | Yes (only) |
GitHub vs competitors: head-to-head comparisons.
Each comparison has a feature table, pricing side by side, strengths and limits, and best-fit scenarios.
GitHub discussions and buying questions.
No published discussions mention this product yet.
GitHub questions and answers
What is GitHub used for?
GitHub is a code hosting and collaboration platform built on Git, with pull requests, GitHub Actions CI/CD, Packages, security features and Copilot AI, sold in Free, Team and Enterprise plans. Typical uses include git hosting, code review, cI/CD with Actions, issue and project tracking.
How much does GitHub cost?
Free; Team is $4 and Enterprise $21 per user a month according to a guide checked in September 2026.
How many GitHub Actions minutes are included?
2,000 on Free, 3,000 on Team and 50,000 on Enterprise each month.
Can GitHub be self-hosted?
Yes, with GitHub Enterprise Server.
How does GitHub compare with its competitors?
Stack18 publishes head-to-head comparisons of GitHub vs Bitbucket and GitHub vs GitLab, each with a feature table, pricing and best-fit scenarios.
What are the main alternatives to GitHub?
The main alternatives to GitHub covered on Stack18 are GitLab, Bitbucket and CircleCI. GitLab may suit teams wanting source control, CI/CD and security in one platform. Bitbucket may suit teams already using Jira and Atlassian tools. CircleCI may suit teams wanting fast, flexible hosted CI with macOS and GPU options. See the GitHub alternatives guide for a side-by-side table.
What are the pros and cons of GitHub?
Strengths: Free plan with 2,000 Actions minutes. Low Team price of $4 per user. Limitations: SSO and audit logs require Enterprise. Copilot is priced separately.
Who is GitHub best for?
GitHub may suit most software teams hosting code and running CI in one place; open-source projects; enterprises standardising on Microsoft tooling. It may be less suited to teams wanting all-in-one DevSecOps in one licence; Air-gapped teams unwilling to run Enterprise Server.
What integrations does GitHub support?
Documented integrations and ecosystem items include GitHub Actions marketplace, Copilot, IDEs. API: Not reviewed for this profile.
When was the GitHub profile last verified?
Sources for this profile were last reviewed on 10 Nov 2026. 1 source is listed under Sources, and prices and plans can change, so confirm with the vendor.
Where this information comes from.
- Comparing GitHub Pricing 2026 Plans and Hidden Costs Activepieces Third-party Accessed 10 Nov 2026
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Prices come from a guide dated 8 November 2026 that checked github.com on 29 September 2026. Capabilities were not tested.
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