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# Compare Assembla vs GitHub

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> Detailed comparison between Assembla and GitHub. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Assembla | GitHub |
| **Overall rating** | 4.2/5 | 4.8/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 103 | 6172 |
| **Starting Price** | US$19,00 | US$4,00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base |
| **Training** | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Videos |

## Best for

### Assembla

Teams building software.

### GitHub

Development teams at startups and small businesses to Fortune 50 companies use GitHub, every step of the way.

## Key features

### Assembla

- Access Controls/Permissions
- Agile Methodologies
- Authentication
- Code Review
- Collaboration Tools
- Commenting/Notes
- File Sharing
- Graphical User Interface
- Integrated Development Environment
- Issue Management
- Kanban Board
- Milestone Tracking
- Project Management
- Reporting/Analytics
- Reporting/Project Tracking
- Search/Filter
- Source Control
- Task Management
- Version Control
- Wiki

### GitHub

- Access Controls/Permissions
- Agile Methodologies
- Authentication
- Code Review
- Collaboration Tools
- Commenting/Notes
- File Sharing
- Graphical User Interface
- Integrated Development Environment
- Issue Management
- Kanban Board
- Milestone Tracking
- Project Management
- Reporting/Analytics
- Reporting/Project Tracking
- Search/Filter
- Source Control
- Task Management
- Version Control
- Wiki

## Links

- [View Assembla Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/112631/assembla)
- [View GitHub Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/129067/github)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/112631/129067/assembla/vs/github)

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