Lazygit replaces 2 paid apps
One open-source tool, 2 subscriptions it can stand in for. Each pairing below is curated and verified by hand, with the honest catch spelled out. No votes, no pay-to-list.
licenseMIT
runson your machine
installPrebuilt binary or package-manager install such as Homebrew, Scoop, pacman or distro packages
dataWorks directly on ordinary local Git repositories; preferences live in a local YAML configuration file
setupIt requires a terminal, an installed Git command and comfort learning keyboard-driven TUI controls
facts verified 2026-08-11
Git's common chores in a terminal UI; mouse polish not included.
the catchIt gives up GitKraken's graphical multi-repository workspace, issue dashboard, team sharing and polished visual integrations for a terminal UI.
the verdict →all GitKraken alternatives →Git's common chores in a terminal UI; mouse polish not included.
the catchIts terminal interface gives up Tower's mouse-driven history, visual conflict workflow and native desktop polish.
the verdict →all Tower alternatives →last updated 2026-08-11 · no votes, no pay-to-list