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TeamCity vs GitLab

An independent, side-by-side comparison of two DevOps Tools providers — scores, pricing, company-size fit, and strengths — to help you pick the right one.

TeamCity vs GitLab at a glance

Editorial sub-scores are RankedVendors estimates.

TeamCityGitLab
Overall score76/10091/100
TierStandardElite
Capability (editorial)7492
Ease of use (editorial)7590
Value (editorial)7690
Best forSmall business, Mid-market, EnterpriseSmall business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Pricing modelQuote-basedQuote-based
Headquarters
Founded

Verdict

GitLab is the higher-ranked of the two on RankedVendors (91/100 vs 76/100), but both are credible DevOps Tools options. TeamCity fits small business, mid-market, enterprise; GitLab fits small business, mid-market, enterprise. Match the shortlist to your size and must-have features, and trial before committing.

Where each one stands out

TeamCity

TeamCity is CI/CD server by JetBrains.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

Read TeamCity review

GitLab

GitLab covers CI/CD, observability, or infrastructure automation.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

Read GitLab review

TeamCity vs GitLab — FAQ

Is TeamCity better than GitLab?

On RankedVendors, GitLab scores 91/100 versus TeamCity's 76/100, so GitLab ranks higher overall in DevOps Tools. The right choice still depends on your size, budget, and must-have features — see the breakdown above.

What is the difference between TeamCity and GitLab?

TeamCity is CI/CD server by JetBrains. GitLab covers CI/CD, observability, or infrastructure automation. Both compete in DevOps Tools; compare their strengths and best-fit company sizes above.

Which is better value, TeamCity or GitLab?

Our editorial value scores put TeamCity at 76/100 and GitLab at 90/100. TeamCity is Quote-based; GitLab is Quote-based. Request quotes from both to compare against your scale.