--- description: Review of GitHub Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice New Zealand. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: GitHub | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice NZ --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Source Code Management Software](/directory/4322/source-code-management/software) > [GitHub](/software/397820/github) # GitHub Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/397820/github Page: 1 / 249\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/397820/github?page=2) > GitHub is a project management and code sharing platform that allows users to share their codes with others and create/iterate using collective intelligence. The software can be used for different kinds of coding assignments including personal, open-source and business codes. It is available both on-premise and via cloud-based deployment. Users can save all versions of their code and collaborate with other users by inviting them or tagging them with @mentions. Developers can join communities wherein they can follow open-source projects, leverage already-created codes for experiments, make suggestions and contribute to a project. All the contributions in open-source projects are recorded in developers’ profiles. Businesses of all sizes use GitHub as an integrated tool for code development. > > Verdict: Rated **4.8/5** by 6187 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.8/5** | 6187 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Microsoft - **Location**: Redmond, US - **Founded**: 1975 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$4.00 - **Pricing model**: Per User (Free version available) (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: Free (Basics for teams and developers) $0 per month Team (Advanced collaboration and support for teams): $4 per user / month Enterprise (Security, compliance, and flexible deployment for enterprises): $21 per user/month - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Australia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Croatia, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iraq and 27 more ## Features - @mentions - Access Controls/Permissions - Agile Methodologies - Application Security - Authentication - Automated Testing - Backlog Management - Bug Tracking - Bug/Issue Capture - Code Development - Code Editing - Code Review - Collaboration Tools - Collaborative Development - Commenting/Notes - Configuration Management - Continuous Delivery - Continuous Deployment - Continuous Integration - Dashboard ## Integrations (15 total) - CircleCI - Docker - Git - Heroku - JIRA Service Management - Jenkins - Jira - Microsoft Azure - Microsoft Visual Studio - Netlify - Pivotal Tracker - Slack - Trello - Vercel - Visual Studio Code ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base ## Category - [Source Code Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4322/source-code-management/software) ## Related Categories - [Source Code Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4322/source-code-management/software) - [Continuous Integration Tools](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4694/continuous-integration/software) - [Online Project Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/436/web-based/software) - [DevOps Tools](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4380/devops/software) - [Static Application Security Testing (SAST) Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4429/sast/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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If you have multiple organisations it's not always a smooth transition between repos > > I enjoy working with GitHub so much that we've recently migrated all our bitbucket repos to GitHub. It's great that we can keep client repos private but still show our activity on our own personal accounts ----- ### "A must-have tool for everyday development" — 5.0/5 > **Daniel** | *19 May 2026* | Food & Beverages | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I really enjoy GitHub's clean and intuitive interface, which makes navigation straightforward even for complex projects. The collaborative environment is one of its strongest points — working with my team of four developers feels natural and well-supported. Pull Requests are a feature I use constantly; they make code review organized and transparent, which is essential when coordinating changes across the team. I also love being able to store and deploy my web applications directly from GitHub to other platforms, which streamlines my entire development workflow. > > **Cons**: Merge conflicts can be frustrating. When I'm working simultaneously with a teammate and they push changes, it sometimes overwrites or breaks parts of my project due to conflicting edits. For developers who are still learning version control, this can be especially confusing and time-consuming to resolve. Better real-time conflict warnings or prevention tools would be a great improvement. > > I have been using GitHub for three years, starting back in university and continuing into my professional career as a systems engineer. I use it both individually and as part of a small team to build and manage web applications. Despite the occasional merge conflict headache, GitHub remains my go-to platform for version control, collaboration, and deployment. It has genuinely become an indispensable part of my daily workflow. ----- ### "best code management before microsoft acquisition" — 4.0/5 > **Terry** | *16 May 2025* | Mining & Metals | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: best place for code management across different coders, the ability to control access and track issues is perfect for agile projects > > **Cons**: ever since the acquisition from microsoft, github becomes a tool to advertise microsoft products. I have to use microsoft authenticator to log in with stupid 2 factor authentication requirement. ----- ### "Easy and stable place to store codebase." — 5.0/5 > **Indra** | *28 June 2026* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: Version control system is crucial to our team. With the rise of remote work, developers can connect in more ways than ever before and pull requests and code reviews have significantly changed the way developers collaborate. The CI/CD pipelines integration allows for smoother deployments. What I also enjoy is the capacity to manage private repositories which is very important for client specific projects. Access comprehensive documentation, and the platform has a wealth of community resources for addressing issues rapidly. > > **Cons**: The costs can easily accumulate, especially when scaling up team licenses or accessing more advanced features for a medium-sized company such as us. Additionally, the built-in project management features, while useful, are not as extensive or flexible as project management software, which we still use. At times, the workflows may be too complicated for it's intended purpose of junior developers new to the tools. > > As a part of our IT department we use GitHub as a stable platform for collaboration and version control. Especially for our multi-developers workflows, and client based projects. Its costs and sometimes complex interface, however, make it a not one-size-fits-all solution. There are some problems, but its features and community make it an essential part of our development and deployment processes. ----- ### "Reliable Platform for Managing and Sharing Code" — 4.0/5 > **ABDUL** | *13 June 2026* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: GitHub offers a wide range of features for source code management, collaboration, and project tracking. The setup process is simple, and getting started with repositories is straightforward. The platform is easy to use for basic tasks while still providing advanced capabilities for experienced developers. Features such as pull requests, branches, issue tracking, and GitHub Actions help streamline development workflows. The documentation and community support are also very helpful when troubleshooting issues. > > **Cons**: Some advanced features have a learning curve, especially for users who are new to Git and version control concepts. The reporting and analytics features are relatively basic compared to some specialized project management tools. Certain enterprise and team features may also be costly for smaller organizations. > > My experience with GitHub has been positive for both personal and collaborative development projects. From a build and development perspective, it provides a reliable environment for managing code changes and collaborating with team members. The setup process was quick, and the platform integrates well with many development tools and CI/CD workflows. In terms of ease of use, everyday tasks such as creating repositories, committing code, and reviewing pull requests are intuitive. The available features cover most software development needs, and the platform continues to improve over time. For customer support, I have mainly relied on the documentation and community resources, which are extensive and useful. Regarding value for money, the free tier offers significant functionality, making it a strong choice for individual developers and small teams. While reporting capabilities are not its strongest area, GitHub remains an excellent platform for source code management and software development. ----- Page: 1 / 249\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/397820/github?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/397820/github) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | fr | | ----- ## Structured Data