Quick Verdict
Choose GitHub if:
You need open source or teams
Choose Jira if:
You need software teams or agile teams
Feature Comparison
| Feature | GitHub | Jira |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Starting price | Custom | Custom |
| G2 Rating | 4.7/5 | 4.3/5 |
| API Available |
Pricing Comparison
Monthly Cost by Team Size
* Pricing estimates based on standard paid plans. Actual costs may vary.
GitHub
Pros
- Industry standard
- Great ecosystem
- Free for open source
- GitHub Actions
Cons
- Microsoft ownership concerns
- UI can be cluttered
- Pricing model
Jira
Pros
- Industry standard
- Powerful for dev teams
- Extensive integrations
- Customizable workflows
Cons
- Complex UI
- Can be slow
- Expensive at scale
- Overkill for simple projects
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