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Changes vs GitHub Desktop
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Changes
6.0Git GUI
GitHub Desktop
8.0Desktop client for GitHub repositories
| Metric | Changes | GitHub Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 17 | 4.6K |
| 90-day Installs | 75 | 14.1K |
| 365-day Installs | 75 | 51.9K |
| Version | 2.3 | 3.6.4-28955b81 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 749 | — |
| GitHub Forks | 55 | — |
| Open Issues | 11 | — |
| License | Apache-2.0 | — |
| Language | Python | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 9y ago | — |
| First Seen | Jul 25, 2026 | Oct 8, 2012 |
Reviews
Changes
Changes is a Git GUI that offers a dashboard for code management and build systems, ideal for developers seeking a user-friendly alternative to command-line Git.
Provides a graphical interface for Git operations and build management.
Pros
- + User-friendly interface for Git operations
- + Dashboard for code management and builds
- + Free and open-source with Apache-2.0 license
Cons
- - No auto-updates and limited recent activity
- - Potential compatibility issues with newer systems
GitHub Desktop
GitHub Desktop provides a seamless and user-friendly interface for managing GitHub repositories, offering features like pull request previews and code reviews. It's ideal for developers and teams looking to streamline their workflow without relying on command-line tools.
Manages GitHub repositories directly from the desktop, simplifying version control and collaboration.
Pros
- + User-friendly interface for managing repositories
- + Seamless integration with GitHub features like pull requests
- + Regular updates ensure the latest features and security
Cons
- - Limited to Windows and macOS platforms
- - Advanced Git operations may require command-line use