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GitLens vs Magit: catalog facts
GitLens	Magit
Freemium Free core features, with a paid GitLens Pro tier.	Free Free and open source, funded by sponsorships.
Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, macOS, Linux
Inline blame and authorship in the editor Commit history and commit graph views	Every piece of displayed information is actionable Supports advanced Git features through mnemonic keys
Some features require a paid Pro plan Only works inside supported editors	Requires GNU Emacs Keyboard-driven interface takes time to learn
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Open source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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