Apache Subversion vs Atlassian SourceTree comparison

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We performed a comparison between Apache Subversion and Atlassian SourceTree based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Version Control solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Apache Subversion vs. Atlassian SourceTree Report (Updated: March 2024).
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Pros
"We have developed automation to speed up common repetitive processes.""Apache Subversion is a scalable solution."

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"The most valuable feature is the ability to fix a broken repository merge.""The interface is very good and is easy to use. It tells you when you've committed, when you've uploaded, and gives you the differences.""The solution's initial setup process is straightforward.""The initial setup is straightforward."

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Cons
"Apache Subversion should be easier to use.""The most valuable feature is CLI."

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"The product's UI needs improvement.""I have had a food experience with Atlassian SourceTree but it might not be for everyone.""Its interface could be easy to understand for a programmer.""For everyday use, I am more comfortable using the command line interface, rather than using SourceTree."

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  • "There is a fee for using SourceTree."
  • "Atlassian SourceTree is a free solution."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:We use Atlassian SourceTree to manage source code from different environments. It helps us merge all the codes by developers.
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    Overview
    The Apache LuceneTM project develops open-source search software, including Lucene Core (provides Java-based indexing and search technology), Solr (a high performance search server built using Lucene Core), Open Relevance Project (a subproject with the aim of collecting and distributing free materials for relevance testing and performance) and PyLucene (a Python port of the Core project)

    Atlassian SourceTree is a graphical user interface (GUI) desktop client that facilitates user interaction with Git repositories. SourceTree provides a visual interface that is easy to use and intuitive. It allows developers to save a lot of command lines when working with Git.

    The tool is free and works as a Git client for Windows and Mac OS. You can visualize and manage your repositories via the simple GUI. The client offers an efficient and consistent development process for Git and Mercurial.

    Atlassian SourceTree Key Features

    • Branch management: Typically, managing branches is a time-consuming and tedious process for project managers and developers. With SourceTree, you can switch working copies with a single click. You can also see where you are compared with the version in the repository, alerting you to push or pull.

    • Working copy: Developers who work using the command line often lack visibility. Access the “working copy” section to see the difference between your local copy and the version in the Git repository. This feature allows you to see exactly what has changed.

    • Branch history: the History section displays the full history of the branch, displaying each commit and file change. This feature enables smooth version control.

    • GitFlow: GitFlow organizes the workflow, streamlining parallel code changes and reducing merge conflicts.

    Atlassian SourceTree Benefits

    • Any level user can use SourceTree: beginners and experts benefit from the visibility and streamlined workflows of SourceTree. Beginners benefit from the simplified version control. Experts can review changesets and stash and pick between branches. Senior programmers can customize changeset and stashes, apply patches, rebase or shelve changesets. The tool offers detailed tutorials to help beginners and experts start quickly. Other benefits for beginners include easy access to commands with one click and simplified distributed version control.

    • Code visibility: the visualization of the Git process enables users to manage large projects with multiple branches and commits. SourceTree automatically tracks the activity of your code. It also features bookmarks where you can see a summarized view of all projects and repositories. Therefore, you can check a specific branch or commit with a single click. Finally, it features detailed branching diagrams that make it easy to follow the process.

    • Git and Hg support: the fully-featured GUI supports Git and Mercurial, offering a consistent development process from the start. You can also use SourceTree for a project on Github. Start by creating the project on Github, then connect it to the SourceTree software.

    • Free: the SourceTree tool is free to use, even for commercial uses, without buying a license.

    • Supports Git LFS: users can track large assets and submit code from a single dashboard.

    • Subordinated modules: you can use submodules for hand-picked dependencies and manage and group projects.

    Atlassian SourceTree Use Cases

    • Check-in and check-out code using the client-side application.
    • You can also use SourceTree to repair broken Git repositories because you can easily detect mistakes at a glance.
    • The simple and intuitive user interface allows users to search for and clone remote repositories.

    Reviews from Real Users

    A Program Manager/Engineer at a government says, "The most valuable feature is the ability to fix a broken repository merge… This product has helped because we have been able to fix problems when our code repository breaks."

    Sample Customers
    IBM, General Electric, Amazon, HP, Facebook, Bank of America, American Express, AT&T, Nike, PayPal, Wells Fargo, Best Buy, Tesla Motors, Citi, The Home Depot
    Facebook, NASA, Cisco, eBay, Redfin, Toyota, Kaiser Permanente, Gilt, CSIRO, Autodesk, The Daily Telegraph, CODE, Illumnia,
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    Financial Services Firm17%
    Computer Software Company14%
    Manufacturing Company11%
    Government6%
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    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business18%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise68%
    Buyer's Guide
    Apache Subversion vs. Atlassian SourceTree
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Apache Subversion vs. Atlassian SourceTree and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
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    Apache Subversion is ranked 9th in Version Control with 4 reviews while Atlassian SourceTree is ranked 5th in Version Control with 5 reviews. Apache Subversion is rated 7.2, while Atlassian SourceTree is rated 7.2. The top reviewer of Apache Subversion writes "Centralized repository, but the stability could improve". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Atlassian SourceTree writes "An easy-to-setup solution, but its documentation could be better for technical support". Apache Subversion is most compared with IBM Rational ClearCase and GitHub, whereas Atlassian SourceTree is most compared with Git, GitHub, Bitbucket, Bitbucket Server and AWS CodeCommit. See our Apache Subversion vs. Atlassian SourceTree report.

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