GitLab Reviews

“repository automation”

Pros

One thing I really appreciate about this software is that it's open source so there's a huge community continuously contributing new features and expanding what the platform can do. I'm also very impressed by its strong branching and merging tools which make the version control process much more capable and help us handle even very complex codebases while keeping access to every version of our code.

Cons

When there are larger repositories and several people are collaborating at once it can sometimes feel slow to load and a bit sluggish to move around in. It also supports a variety of third-party integrations but that part of the platform still feels like it could be improved further.

“Great tool to use”

Pros

Among Git hosting services, this one feels like one of the strongest options. We have been testing it in a local on-premises setup and that deployment model has worked well for us. The CI capabilities are also excellent and definitely add a lot of value. If there is a need to keep everything local, this is probably the best choice. Another plus is that it does not come with an overwhelming number of components and libraries so the whole system feels less cluttered and less confusing.

Cons

With larger projects the system can sometimes respond slowly. That said I have not personally run into any serious issues because of it and overall I am satisfied.

“developer friendly platform”

Pros

This has been a really valuable tool in my development work, with an interface that feels approachable and plenty of documentation to rely on when I need help. It lets me work closely with teammates, monitor code changes, create repositories and branches without much hassle and manage issues, bugs and feature requests which makes it much easier to keep my projects organized and under control.

Cons

Even with all the powerful features the tool offers, it can still be hard to navigate and fully understand if someone does not have much experience with version control systems. The interface can feel confusing at times and some of the terminology is a bit overwhelming. On top of that, there have been reports of bugs and other problems which can be discouraging. This may not be the right fit for every user.

“trustworthy SCM and CI value”

Pros

It gives us all the features we need for source code management, user administration and continuous integration and the pricing still feels very reasonable for what it offers.

Cons

Nothing specific comes to mind that I dislike about it. If there's one area that could still be improved, I'd love to see more features around CI/CD integration testing.

“DevOps management done right”

Pros

A lot is covered for me in one place, including version control, issue tracking, wikis and documentation, code reviews, CI/CD pipelines, project management and even security scanning. It also connects well with other tools such as Jira, Slack and Kubernetes which makes it even more useful.

Cons

It can feel pretty complex at first especially for beginners. There are so many features and configuration options that it takes a while to understand how to use everything properly and get the most out of it.

“Modern interface”

Pros

For handling source code and keeping track of version history this tool has been a great option. Code reviews are easy to manage and the interface feels modern, clean and easy to follow.

Cons

The CI/CD side is less simple and takes some real effort to learn properly. It would be much better if there were a drag-and-drop interface for setting up and running configurations.

“I recommend it to others”

Pros

Keeping all our project repositories in it has made it much simpler to track code changes over time and see how different team members have contributed. After pushing my updates, I go into this tool and open a merge request which lets the tech lead review the changes and merge them once everything looks right. The comments are very clear and simple to follow so it's easy to spot exactly which part of the code needs updating. Moreover, it's CI/CD pipeline handles the build, test and installation steps automatically so once the code is merged, most of the process is already taken care of.

Cons

There is a bit of training required at the beginning since users need to understand some of the terminology before they can use it comfortably.

“Powerful platform”

Pros

It is a good option for companies that need one platform to handle software development workflows. It supports continuous integration and continuous deployment, along with code reviews, version control and integrations with third-party tools like AWS and Jira. It also comes with useful security features such as two-factor authentication, secure connections and access restrictions.

Cons

Compared with some other version control systems, the user interface still feels like an area that could be improved.

“quick commit search”

Pros

Searching for commits is really easy and it helps a lot with tracking how the codebase evolves over time. It also makes finding files much simpler and switching between branches to check files across different versions is very convenient.

Cons

There's not really much to complain about. If anything configuring build variables could be made a bit easier although it's still not especially hard as it is.

“excellent tool for teamwork”

Pros

The platform has an interface with a strong set of features which makes it a good option for developers and teams that want to simplify their workflows and work together more effectively.

Cons

Interface may come off as bit cluttered as it's feature-packed and a bit hard to explore which may make it tougher for new users to get comfortable at the beginning.

“CI/CD integrations done right”

Pros

CI/CD pipelines work really well and the platform is simple to use. It also integrates nicely with the products I'm working on which makes the overall workflow much more convenient.

Cons

Repository search does not always return the most accurate results so finding what I need can be inconsistent at times.

“gets the job done”

Pros

Compared with other options the security in this one is stronger and it also provides us git repository hosting along with version control.

Cons

It does cost a bit more than some of the other services available in the market.

“powerful search option”

Pros

Setup was pretty easy for us. The basic features are simple enough to use without much of a difficulty while the more advanced capabilities do take a bit of time to fully understand. Creating new forks and merging existing ones is fast and doesn't require much effort. I can also search through past commits and add comments at the same time which is really convenient.

Cons

A part I like the least about it, is its core building block that's supposed to support collaboration, discussions, planning and work tracking.

“Ready to go in minutes”

Pros

The UI is very user-friendly, installation is easy and it makes it simple to separate repositories and branches.

Cons

Search feature and the quality of the search results still need improvement.

“good tool”

Pros

Using this open-source tool for source code management and version control is really easy and once everything is set up for us using it day to day is really simple.

Cons

Support is basically nonexistent because it is open source so there isn't much direct customer assistance available although the forums are a decent fallback.

“outstanding version control”

Pros

It has been especially valuable because it connects really well with third-party software providers. I also really appreciate the version control function and the active user community has been a huge help whenever I run into issues or need answers while using the platform.

Cons

A few parts of this tool still feel like they could be easier to use. In particular the analytics section and the board search feature could be simplified to make them more user-friendly.

“Excellent DevOps toolkit”

Pros

Having everything for software development in one place is a big plus, from source code management and CI/CD to project management and more. Since it's open source, there's room to customize workflows and keep costs down which is really valuable. The collaboration tools also help a lot with real-time feedback and faster iteration between team members and stakeholders. On top of that, the security side feels very reliable, with features like security testing and vulnerability management that help protect code and projects and give confidence while using it.

Cons

Customization still has its limits and it's not always possible to get exactly what is needed. Because the platform is packed with so many features, options and settings, it can feel overwhelming for beginners and takes time to learn how to use properly. The documentation could also be clearer since parts of it are a bit confusing.

“easy milestone tracking”

Pros

Keeping up with milestones is easy and it works well for tagging teammates and communicating with collaborators. Uploading files and attachments is also simple and convenient.

Cons

The way milestones and priorities are displayed is not very visual so they could be presented more clearly.

“good experience overall”

Pros

This platform is easy to use with a simple setup process and a user-friendly interface. Creating projects, uploading source code and managing changes is easy. It allows me to maintain both private and public repositories and the integrations with third-party tools make it even more useful for software development and DevOps workflows.

Cons

Biggest drawback for me is the pricing of the licensed version which can be quite expensive. The free tier is useful but the storage limitations can become restrictive as projects grow.

“love it's free version”

Pros

I appreciate that this platform is open source and offers a powerful free version. It is easy to create and manage both public and private projects and I particularly like the built-in features for issue tracking source code management, version control and CI/CD pipelines. The ability to integrate with a wide range of third-party tools adds even more value.

Cons

I would like to see more features for SLA tracking, as the current capabilities feel somewhat limited. Additionally the licensed version is priced quite high which may be difficult to justify for some teams and organizations.