Comparison

PolyGit Git Client vs Source Files

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

PolyGit Git Client

A simple and user-friendly Git client for managing your code repositories on the go. Visualize commit history, edit code with syntax highlighting, and perform essential Git operations like merging and rebasing with confidence.

Highlights
  • Commit graph visualization
  • Syntax highlighting for 75+ languages
  • Merge, rebase, and cherry-pick
  • Access commit history
  • Effortless text editing
  • Push commits quickly
Features
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Update your repositories from anywhere. PolyGit is a Git client designed for simplicity and ease of use. Your entire commit history is accessible with just a few taps. Git has never been easier than this. # Commit Graph Visualize the connections between your commits, branches and tags. Get a deeper understanding of your repository by viewing the Directed Acyclic Graph underpining it all. # Effortless Text Editing Built-in syntax highlighting for more than 75 languages and custom keyboard keys makes editing code a breeze. Make quick updates on the go and push commits in seconds. # Merge, Rebase, Cherry-pick & More Modify your repository with confidence. Git's powerful commands are here with detailed previews and explanations so you always make the right changes.

About

Source Files

Access GitHub, Gitea, GitLab, and BitBucket directly from your file manager without cloning. Edit large repositories in seconds using REST APIs, with support for automation and file uploads. Offers a free tier for single servers and a Pro Unlock for multiple servers.

Highlights
  • Direct file access via Finder/Files app
  • Edit files in favorite apps
  • REST API for fast access
  • Supports GitHub, GitLab, Gitea, BitBucket
  • Shortcuts automation support
  • File uploads via services menu
Features
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Source Files is a faster way to access GitHub, Gitea, GitLab and BitBucket from the Finder and Files app without having to clone repositories or commit changes. Using REST APIs instead of the traditional Git protocol you will be editing files in even the largest repositories in seconds: • Drag a repository URL to the Files app • Browse the directory that immediately appears • Open and Edit files in your favorite app Source Files is file oriented and making edits to 3 different files will result in 3 commits. It is possible to configure the app to work in a branch where a messy commit history is acceptable and merge changes back using pull requests. Consider using traditional Git clients like Working Copy or Tower for projects that need a tidy commit history in all branches. There is rich support for automation with Shortcuts actions to List, Download, Upload and Move files. Uploading files from the Mac services menu and share sheet is supported and very fast as target directories are remembered for different file types. The app is free to use with a single server. A Pro Unlock is required for multiple servers, available as a one-time purchase or a monthly subscription, with access shared across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. A one-week free trial allows users to evaluate Pro features before purchase. Source Files is restricted by GitHub, GitLab and BitBucket API quotas that depend on your account privileges.

Screenshots

PolyGit Git Client4 screens
Source Files4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: Source Files at #187 against PolyGit Git Client's unranked. PolyGit Git Client's advantage is review sentiment (86% vs 76%) and ratings volume (109 vs 31). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PolyGit Git Client sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Source Files sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for PolyGit Git Client against 4.5 for Source Files. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 109 and 31 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of PolyGit Git Client's written reviews are positive against 76% of Source Files's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PolyGit Git Client ships an update fortnightly, Source Files weekly. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
PolyGit Git Client versus Source Files: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPolyGit Git ClientSource Files
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (109 ratings) — better4.5 (31 ratings)
Positive reviews86.0% of reviews — better76.5% of reviews
Number of ratings109 — better31
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#187 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMatcha Software LLCAnders Borum ApS

Customer experience

PolyGit Git Client

All ratings108 ratings
Positive88.0%
Neutral2.8%
Negative9.3%
Written reviews43 reviews
Positive86.0%
Neutral2.3%
Negative11.6%

Source Files

All ratings31 ratings
Positive83.9%
Neutral3.2%
Negative12.9%
Written reviews34 reviews
Positive76.5%
Neutral5.9%
Negative17.6%

Bugs and requests

PolyGit Git Client

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • Trouble logging in
  • Authentication stopped working
  • App crashes on iOS 13
  • Push doesn’t work for Gitlab
  • Cannot connect to private/enterprise GitLab server
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  • Missing undo local commit feature
  • No error checking

Requested features

9 requests
  • Automatic syncing
  • Support for Codeberg or ForgeJo
  • In-place Git support for iCloud Drive
  • More advanced Git features
  • Ensure accessibility for staging changes
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  • Syntax highlighting for Dart code
  • Support for Chinese language
  • One-time purchases for small features
  • Redesign app icon

Source Files

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

PolyGit Git Client

Subscriptions2
  • PolyGit Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • PolyGit Pro Yearly$11.991 Year
One-time1
  • PolyGit Pro Lifetime$39.99
3 purchases

Source Files

Subscriptions1
  • Source Files Monthly7 Days trial$2.491 Month
One-time2
  • Lifetime Source Pro$23.99
  • Lifetime Source Pro$24.99

Questions

Is PolyGit Git Client free?
PolyGit Git Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Source Files free?
Source Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PolyGit Git Client or Source Files?
PolyGit Git Client is rated higher. PolyGit Git Client averages 4.5 out of 5 from 109 ratings, while Source Files averages 4.5 from 31 ratings.
Do PolyGit Git Client or Source Files have ads?
Neither PolyGit Git Client nor Source Files shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PolyGit Git Client or Source Files?
PolyGit Git Client ships an update fortnightly, and Source Files weekly. Most recently, PolyGit Git Client was updated on October 27, 2026 and Source Files on October 27, 2026.

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