GitHub CodeQL
7.5#1 in git gui clientsFrom $30 a monthFree planWebExtensionLinuxmacOS
VisitGitHub CodeQL vs rclone
What both publish
| Fact | GitHub CodeQL | rclone |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Platform requirements | The latest CodeQL release supports Linux Ubuntu 22.04/24.04, Windows 10 or Windows Server 2019 and Windows 11 or Windows Server 2022/2025, and macOS 14/15/26. | The listed minimum requirements for release v1.75.1 are Linux kernel 3.2, macOS 12 Monterey, and Windows 10 or Server 2016. |
| Purpose | CodeQL is a language and toolchain for code analysis that treats code as data. | Rclone is a command-line program for managing files on cloud storage. |
GitHub CodeQL plans
- Free for research and open sourceFree
- CodeQL for open source and researchFree
- GitHub Code Security$30 a month
- GitHub Free with CodeQL code scanning—
rclone plans
- rcloneFree
Pick GitHub CodeQL if…
CodeQL is for developers and security teams who want query-based code analysis in an IDE, CLI, or CI workflow. Its availability depends on supported languages, operating systems, and repository eligibility.
Pick rclone if…
Rclone suits users comfortable managing cloud files through command-line tools, scripts, or its API. It can also serve people who need synchronization, storage mounting, or client-side file encryption.