Sourcetree
Free graphical Git client from Atlassian for Windows and macOS, with commit graphs, diff views, staging and history tools.
About Sourcetree
Sourcetree is a free graphical client for Git and Mercurial repositories, available for Windows and macOS. It lets users view commit history, compare changes, stage files and manage branches without using the command line. The homepage describes it as suited to both beginners and advanced users.
The client supports common repository tasks such as staging and discarding changes by file, hunk or line, stashing, cherry-picking between branches and interactive rebase. It also includes tools for Git Large File Support, Git-flow branching, submodules and searching commits within the application. The homepage lists tutorials for learning Git, and a Sourcetree Beta Program where users can try new features and give feedback. Enterprise deployment is listed for Windows only, through Sourcetree for Windows Enterprise.
Key features
- Commit graphs and branch diagrams for viewing repository history
- Staging and discarding changes by file, hunk or line
- Stash, cherry-pick and interactive rebase tools
- Support for Git Large File Support (Git LFS)
- Git-flow branching support and submodule management
- Local search for commits, file changes and branches
- Remote repository search and cloning within the interface
Best for: Developers on Windows or macOS who want a graphical interface for Git and Mercurial repositories, including beginners who prefer not to use the command line.
Good for
- Listed as free to download and use
- Works with both Git and Mercurial repositories
- Includes interactive rebase and Git LFS support
Watch out for
- Listed only for Windows and macOS, not for Linux
Sourcetree at a glance
- Website
- sourcetreeapp.com
- Category
- Development › Developer Tools
- Type
- Online tool
- Pricing
- Free
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS
- Open source
- Not stated
- Last checked
- Oct 8, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 8, 2026
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Sourcetree FAQ
Is Sourcetree free to use?
The directory lists Sourcetree as a free Git client from Atlassian for Windows and macOS.
Does Sourcetree support Mercurial as well as Git?
Yes. The homepage states that Sourcetree works with Git and Mercurial.
Can an organization manage Sourcetree installations centrally?
The homepage lists Sourcetree for Windows Enterprise, which is intended to install, update and manage Sourcetree at scale in a managed enterprise environment. This option is described for Windows.
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