Fossil
6.6#13 in version control softwareFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
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Perforce P4 (Helix Core)
7.9#3 in version control softwareFrom $39 a monthFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
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| Fact | Fossil | Perforce P4 (Helix Core) |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2007 | 1995 |
| Self-hosting | Fossil can run as a standalone server, CGI, SCGI, inetd, or stunnel service. | P4 Server can be installed and operated on an organization's own infrastructure as a proof-of-concept or production deployment. |
| What it does | Fossil is a distributed software configuration management system for controlling and tracking software-project development and history. | P4 (formerly Helix Core) is a client-server version-control platform for source code, binaries, 3D assets and other digital files. |
Fossil plans
- Free and Open-SourceFree
Perforce P4 (Helix Core) plans
- FreeFree
- Cloud$39 a month
- ScalePriced on request
- PlatformPriced on request
- P4 FreeFree
- P4 Cloud$39 a month
Pick Fossil if…
Fossil may suit software projects seeking distributed version control alongside built-in project discussion and tracking tools. It is also an option for teams that want to self-host and use Linux, Mac, or Windows binaries.
Pick Perforce P4 (Helix Core) if…
It suits development teams managing source code or large files that need centralized versioning, file locking or sparse checkout. Teams can choose between self-hosting and the listed Cloud plan.