# Page 8 | GitHub Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 8 - Is GitHub the right Application Development solution for you? Explore 6178 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/129067/GitHub/reviews --- GitHub 4.8 (6178) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/129067/GitHub/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated April 16th, 2026 # Page 8 - Reviews of GitHub ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 176-200 of 6178 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use AH Ahliman H. Full-Stack Developer Internet Used the software for: 2+ years ### "GitHub > all" August 7, 2024 5.0 I switched my all projects on GitHub from other services. I am very happy with it, especially because with FREE account we can do EVERYTHING! I hope in the future GitHub will implement some user interface to be able to build CD/CI without writing any code, because we are not always a DEVOPS Pros Almost everything is free, user interface is very easy to use/understand. I love the community support too, a lot of developers are giving some open source products on this website Cons Some basic features like the ability to create categories to organize repositories is missing. It is a very annoying problem and a lot of people asks to implement it since many years but GitHub does not say anything about it Switched from [GitLab](https://www.capterra.com/p/159806/GitLab/)[Bitbucket](https://www.capterra.com/p/233341/Bitbucket/) GitHub is very easy to use and i wanted to centralise all my projects in one place Review Source YR Youssef R. Engineer Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "GitHub is awesome " November 1, 2024 4.0 Very good, been using it since I was a wee lad and never had a regret to. Pros Easy collaboration and built-in organization for code and projects in general. Cons Actions are confusing to set up and I think there's a lot of potential to level up how a project is managed. Review Source JF Jiaxin F. Research Data Scientist Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great platform for managing your repos" November 13, 2024 5.0 Pros Github offers great featutes in helping me and our team manage the shared codebase. Cons Github Actions does not offer as many features as other CI/CD tools. Review Source pM paulo M. CEO Computer Networking Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "GREAT and USEFULL" April 16, 2025 4.0 it is a really software that if you can use it very good it is going to be very usefull Pros it gave me a lot of options to work with it has a lot of tools and that made easy to work with Cons some times we need to be a little more focus to understand how this works it has Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Student Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "GitHub Review for Research and Collaboration" August 20, 2024 4.0 Overall, my experience with GitHub has been very positive. I've used it extensively for managing and sharing code for my research projects. The platform's capabilities have been invaluable in keeping my work organized, especially when revisiting previous stages of my research. The ability to track changes, create branches, and merge code has streamlined my workflow and made it easier to manage complex projects. GitHub has become an essential tool in my research process. Pros The ease of version control, the ability to track changes, and also the seamless way it allows multiple people to work on the same project. The availability of open-source projects and the ability to learn from others' code, is also a huge plus. It helped me a lot in my research. Cons It can be a learning curve for beginners. The interface can be a bit overwhelming at first, especially for those who are new to version control or command-line tools. Also, navigating through large projects with many branches and pull requests can sometimes feel overwhelming. Review Source VG Victoria G. Service support worker. Individual & Family Services Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Easy-to-use program " December 7, 2024 5.0 Pros So easy to use to develop what we need with out problems Cons Wish there was more things to add to it but overall its a great system Review Source TS Thiri S. Software Developer E-Learning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Version Control and Collaboration" August 26, 2024 5.0 For overall experience with Github is good. It includes a lot of features like CI/CD, version control and actions. For team collaborations, we can write using same codebase with multiple branches. Pros The most I like about Github is version control. It is easy to manage and track changes over time. Moreover, I can invite my colleagues to access my repositories. Cons The least I like about Github is creating page in Github. It's not easy for me. I tried to create my page using Github page but it's not worked. Review Source JS Jade S. HR Retail Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Good for work examples" April 19, 2025 3.0 Okay but could be better in terms of a non developer using it Pros As a recruiter it was helpful for work examples and able to show hiring managers the candidates skillset Cons If your not a developer it can be quite hard to navigate and understand Review Source Andy R. Consultatnt Political Organization Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Github is a useful and efficient product that provides me lots of value." August 26, 2024 5.0 GitHub is an indispensable tool for my development work. It has a useful set of features for version control, collaboration, and project management. GitHub provides the tools I need to manage my projects effectively and efficiently. Pros My favorite parts are the version control, good design, collaboration tools, community, and open source projects. Cons Some aspects of github are complex and have a learning curve to first get started. There are also limitations to git that are inherent to the platform. Review Source JK Jothika K. RPA Developer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "GitHub - A Powerful and Robust Tool for Development" August 26, 2024 4.0 Overall, it is a highly effective tool for managing code and collaborating with teams. It helps enhance productivity and simplify project management. Pros GitHub has a user-friendly interface for managing repositories and navigating projects. It makes collaboration easy with features like pull requests, code reviews, and comments. GitHub Actions lets users automate workflows, making continuous integration and deployment easy. Cons The interface can be overwhelming and difficult for beginners to learn. It will be complex to manage large projects. Setting up integrations can require extra effort. Review Source CH Cliff H. Translator Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Github help me to learn coding" August 23, 2024 5.0 I'm using github from 2019 until now and I don't have any difficulties when using it Pros github really helps me in many ways in the world of coding, I can store my source code there easily. and in github there are many codings from developers that can be seen to be used as a reference in learning coding. Cons can share code with friends if needed or help our friends code without using the person's email so github is multi-functional Review Source AP Anastasios P. Data Science Manager Higher Education Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great platform for code management and collaboration" September 3, 2024 5.0 Pros Robust version control and collaborative features Cons The user interface might be complex and therefore requires some time to get familiar with it. Review Source Garin Osvaldo T. Especialista Government Administration Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Una experiencia agradable" August 21, 2024 4.0 En general satisfecho con todo el servicio que brindan. Pros Muy buena plataforma para acceder a tus trabajos y proyectos, apto para trabajo en equipo. Cons Falta de una app para aplicaciones mobiles. Review Source SD Smoothie D. Graduate Student Research Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Powerful tool to share codes and projects." August 23, 2024 5.0 Pros Github has a lot to offer. It's a great place not just for code storage, sharing and versioning, but entire projects can be stored and shared here. The biggest highlight for me is the data science project portfolio that I can create and display here. Cons GitHub learning curve can be pretty steep. At first things might not seem very intuitive. But with continued use one begins to appreciate and utilize this platform better. Review Source AA Abdullah A. Structural Engineer Civil Engineering Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "GitHub Review" November 6, 2024 5.0 Pros A nice platform to share applications and other solutions. Cons I used GitHub a couple time with no issues Review Source OL Oliver L. Sales Engineer Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Best Git Repo" July 12, 2024 5.0 Very good. Much better than GitLab and other Git Repos Pros One thing you might have liked most about GitHub is its collaborative features. GitHub makes it incredibly easy to work with others on code, thanks to its powerful version control system. Cons Limited privacy options for free accounts might have been a concern, as free GitHub accounts do not offer the same level of privacy as paid plans Switched from [GitLab](https://www.capterra.com/p/159806/GitLab/) Improved User Experience, and ease of use Review Source AZA Aye Zarni A. Developer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "All about Github" June 20, 2024 5.0 Overall about GitHub is still needed and essential for me as a developer. Pros Source Control is the most I like in GitHub. When we work with team, source control is important. All of team members will be pushed their codes at the same branches. If I am owner of project I will look up their code and accept their pull requests.Github's source control is easy to use to combine codes from each member. This is the one I like Github. Cons I think Authentication. I am a software developer and I use VS code as IDE.Github can authenticate with VS code. I have to GitHub account, one for personal and one for office work. When I was changed my personal to work account or vice visa, I'm faced with some issue that is git conflict among two accounts.I am worked with my office account, but in authentication, my account is still personal account. I think this part is needed to update about Github. This one is I like least about Github. Review Source RK Ramita K. Frontend Developer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A Powerful Version Control and Collaboration Tool" July 22, 2024 4.0 Pros Enables seamless teamwork with multiple contributors. It tracks and records all changes for easy rollback and review.It also facilitates features development and bug fixes without affecting the main codebase. Large community support and extensive documentation. Cons It can be difficult for beginners to master.It's advanced features can be overwhelming for small projects. Private repositories require a subscription for more advanced features. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Founder Retail Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Very Confusing to Use" August 24, 2024 2.0 I was able to sign p easily, but after that I was totally lost Pros Nothing. I couldn't figure out how to use it. Cons It was very confusing - once I logged in, I could go no further Review Source sC sirat C. no Writing and Editing Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "my experience with git hub" April 7, 2024 5.0 Pros easy to write a repository or access somebody code via pull requests Cons i just love github noway i hate it,every thing is easy to use Review Source Martin D. Owner, Chief Developer Internet Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Well worth the learning curve" September 15, 2023 5.0 Very positive. I would definitely recommend investing the time to learn it, especially if you work with a team on projects. Pros Its powerful version control system and user-friendly interface. Also its high security. Cons The learning curve - definitely. It took me quite a while to get to grips with the terminology and the way the whole thing works. It can take a lot of learning to fully get your head around some of the concepts. Review Source Fabrizio M. Ethical hacking Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 2+ years ### "GHITHUB è un buon reposoty mà..." December 17, 2023 5.0 Del resto rimase sempre il reposity migliore in assoluto continuate così Pros Uso github con kali linux mi trovo molto bene, attraverso i social più famosi come instagram posso vedere i loro proggetti, condividendoli con le altre persone. Cons Usandolo frequentemente posso dire che tanti creatori quando inseriscono tool per kali linux dove io ci lavoro in ambiente ethical hacking, non aggiornano le descrizione per l'installazione dei tool, nella descrizione ci sono riportati i passaggi per l'installazione ma quando apri il terminale su kali si presentano errori perchè con l'avanzare delle versioni in linux, sono obsoleti alcuni comandi questo vale per tutti i creatori di tool presenti i github, sarebbe meglio installare l'ultima versione rilasciata dal sito, e testare il funzionamento su l'ultima release. Non lasciando le descrizione con le relative istruzioni per l'installazione per le versioni del 2022 di kali linux, vorrei ci fosse un pò di impegno da parte dei creatori dei tool, ogni volta devo imbattermi in forum per risolvere il problema di installazione. Review Source Sidhant N. Founder Renewables & Environment Used the software for: 2+ years ### "GitHub's Features and Benefits" July 24, 2023 4.0 GitHub plays a pivotal role in enhancing my business problem-solving by providing a powerful and versatile platform for version control, code collaboration, issue management, and continuous integration. Its influence extends beyond a mere code repository, fostering a culture of teamwork, innovation, and efficient development practices within organizations. Pros GitHub's impactful features, coupled with its flexibility and widespread adoption within the development community, contribute to its popularity and effectiveness in managing software projects.Regarding ease of use, GitHub to be user-friendly due to its intuitive interface and well-documented features. However, the learning curve might be steeper for those new to version control and collaborative development.As for integration with existing business processes, GitHub's extensive API and integration options make it compatible with many existing development tools and processes, but proper planning and configuration might be necessary for a seamless transition. Cons Learning Curve, Issue Management, User Interface Customization, Project Management, Private Repository Limitations.Private Repository Limitations, it was not so difficult for us. Alternatives considered [AWS CodeCommit](https://www.capterra.com/p/233112/AWS-CodeCommit/)[Azure DevOps Server](https://www.capterra.com/p/177262/Team-Foundation-Server/)[P4](https://www.capterra.com/p/174325/Helix-Core/) Reason for choosing GitHub Strong Community and Open Source Culture, Familiarity and Popularity, Integration with Third-Party Tools, User-Friendly Interface, GitHub Actions, Company and Support Review Source Tomás P. Senior Software Developer Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Github as your partner into the CI/CD world" April 11, 2024 5.0 My experience has been excellent so far, but I feel I can't learn enough about using Github to make my life as a developer easier. I'm reading books and taking courses to try to automate more processes for my professional and personal projects, as I feel the more I know, the more I can accomplish using it. Pros It is the primary and well-known version control option in the industry. You will always find an easy tutorial to set up anything you need, from fundamental to expert courses, since everyone knows about it and has used it at least at some point, so we are all well aware of its importance. Most technologies and web applications can integrate with it. Using some CLI commands and simple yet powerful configuration files, you can set up a complete CI/CD pipeline in seconds. It is really an excellent option overall. Cons It might be intimidating at first, and for nontech professionals, it might seem something that might as well be in a different language because there is not an easy onboarding process to understand its structure, purpose, or level of abstraction. It might require some guidance initially, but once that learning curve is surpassed, it will become something easy to relate to. Switched from [Bitbucket](https://www.capterra.com/p/233341/Bitbucket/) Integrating with other technologies and platforms like Firebase and Azure was simpler for continuous integration and deployment. It is also the industry standard. Review Source AS Amran S. Software engineer Textiles Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Real review developer" May 1, 2024 5.0 I already given my best real life user experience of github. Its very quiet satisfactory. Hope it's maintain it's betteer improvement continuously. I just love to work with github. Pros Github is a very good source control and version control system. Here developers can create free repositories that's make a good impression because they easily maintaining theirs code source. If someone needs they can purchase the paid packages. Cons I basically don't get any cons about github because i am using it's more then 8+ years. I think git conflicts documentation and resolve commands should also integrate with basic commands note. 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