Sublime Merge
Lightning-fast Git client from the makers of Sublime Text
Founded
2018
Starting Price
$0
Category
Developer Tools
Last updated April 5, 2026
About Sublime Merge
Sublime Merge is a high-performance Git client built by Sublime HQ, the team behind Sublime Text. Designed for speed and precision, it features a custom Git reading library, line-by-line staging, powerful search, syntax highlighting for 40+ languages, and an integrated merge tool for conflict resolution. Its minimalist, keyboard-driven interface keeps Git commands transparent, making it ideal for developers who want a GUI without sacrificing the control of the command line. Available on Windows, macOS, and Linux with a one-time perpetual license.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Exceptionally fast performance even on large repositories thanks to custom Git reading library
- Clean, minimalist interface that stays out of the way while providing powerful functionality
- Shows underlying Git commands for every action, great for learning Git
- One-time perpetual license with no subscription required for personal use
- Excellent syntax highlighting inherited from Sublime Text's engine
Key Features
Line-by-Line Staging
Stage individual lines or hunks with surgical precision, allowing granular control over what goes into each commit.
Integrated Merge Tool
Built-in three-way merge tool for resolving conflicts directly within the app, eliminating the need for external diff tools.
Side-by-Side Diffs
Review changes with side-by-side diffs, syntax highlighting, and character-level comparisons for thorough code review.
Instant Repository Search
Find-as-you-type search across commit messages, authors, file paths, and file contents across the entire repository.
Syntax Highlighting
Leverages Sublime Text's syntax engine with 40+ languages built in and automatic loading of third-party syntaxes.
Git Command Transparency
Every GUI action shows the underlying Git commands being executed, helping users learn Git while using a visual interface.
Blame & File History
Full annotation and file history view to trace changes back to their origin and understand code evolution.
Pricing
Free Evaluation
$0/unlimited
- Full feature access
- No enforced time limit
- All platforms included
- Nag dialog for continued use
Most Popular
Best For
Developers who want a fast,
Developers who want a fast, lightweight Git GUI without IDE bloat
Resolving complex merge conflicts with
Resolving complex merge conflicts with the integrated three-way merge tool
Code review workflows requiring side-by-side
Code review workflows requiring side-by-side diffs with syntax highlighting
Existing Sublime Text users wanting
Existing Sublime Text users wanting a seamless Git companion tool
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