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Fork Pricing 2026

Plans, hidden costs, and cheaper alternatives compared

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1 plans tracked·Updated May 2026

Is Fork worth the price?

85/10

Fork's one-time purchase of $49.99 for a perpetual license is fair and generous compared to many subscription-based Git clients.

This model offers excellent long-term value, especially for individual developers or small teams who prefer a single upfront cost.

Pricing Plans

Free Trial
Most Popular

License

$49.99/once

One-time

  • Git GUI
  • Interactive rebase
  • Merge conflicts
  • Mac/Windows

Hidden Costs & Gotchas

No explicit hidden costs mentioned

Future major version upgrades might require new purchase

No team-specific pricing or discounts

Which Plan Do You Need?

Individual developers

Small teams

Users avoiding subscriptions

How Fork Compares to Competitors

Compared to GitKraken, which starts at $49/year for its Pro version, Fork's $49.99 one-time fee is significantly more cost-effective over time. While Sublime Merge offers a similar one-time purchase at $99, Fork provides a more budget-friendly option with comparable features for many users.

Fork Pricing FAQ

How much does Fork cost?

Fork starts at $49.99/month on the License plan.

Does Fork have a free plan?

Fork does not offer a permanent free plan. However, a free trial is available.

Does Fork offer a free trial?

Yes, Fork offers a free trial. No credit card is typically required to start the trial, though this may vary.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Fork?

Yes. Popular alternatives to Fork include GitHub Desktop, GitKraken, Sourcetree, Tower. Free alternatives include GitHub Desktop, GitKraken, Sourcetree. Compare them side-by-side on Toolradar.

Cheaper alternatives to Fork

3 of 5 direct competitors below offer a free plan. Per-seat pricing varies up to 60% across this set.