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Xit vs SourceGit
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Xit
6.5GUI for the git version control system
SourceGit
8.0Git GUI client
| Metric | Xit | SourceGit |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 6.5 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 4 | 234 |
| 90-day Installs | 6 | 718 |
| 365-day Installs | 28 | 1.2K |
| Version | 1.0b18 | 2026.10 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1.2K | 4.7K |
| GitHub Forks | 54 | 365 |
| Open Issues | 138 | 122 |
| License | NOASSERTION | MIT |
| Language | Swift | C# |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Apr 15, 2018 | Dec 24, 2025 |
Reviews
Xit
Xit is a modern macOS Git GUI built with Swift, offering a sleek interface for version control. It appeals to developers seeking a visual tool for Git operations.
Provides a graphical interface for Git version control operations.
Pros
- + Native macOS experience with Swift development.
- + Active project maintenance.
- + Targeted towards developers needing visual Git tools.
Cons
- - Lack of auto-update feature.
- - Low installation count indicating limited adoption.
SourceGit
SourceGit is a cross-platform Git GUI client with a modern interface, offering a user-friendly alternative to command-line Git for developers. It supports Windows, macOS, and Linux, making it a versatile tool for version control.
SourceGit provides a graphical user interface for performing Git operations such as commits, branches, and repository management.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support for Windows, macOS, and Linux
- + Modern and intuitive user interface built with Avalonia and C#
- + Active development with frequent updates
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Performance issues reported on large repositories, particularly on macOS