Decision Support · Side-by-side
Compare pricing, strengths, and use cases so it is easier to pick the right fit.
Change tools
For everyday developers who want quick, automated code quality checks without leaving their IDE, Sourcery is the more practical and affordable choice. Graphite wins for teams that need to manage complex, stacked pull requests and want AI-powered PR summaries, but it has a steeper learning curve and higher cost. The single biggest difference: Sourcery focuses on real-time in-editor feedback, while Graphite is built around managing GitHub pull request workflows.
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Key differences
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Common questions
Sourcery is better for solo developers because it's cheaper ($12/seat/month), easier to set up, and gives instant feedback in your editor. Graphite's stacked PR features are overkill for one person.
No. Neither Graphite nor Sourcery has a mobile app. You need a desktop computer with a code editor or browser to use them.
Only if your team regularly works with stacked pull requests. If you don't need that workflow, you're paying for features you won't use. Sourcery gives more practical value for the same or lower price.
Sourcery. You just create an account, connect your repo, and install the IDE plugin. Graphite requires installing a CLI, a VS Code extension, and configuring CI settings before you see results.
Sourcery works with both GitHub and GitLab. Graphite only works with GitHub, so if you use GitLab, Graphite is not an option.
Sourcery wins for everyday code quality and value; Graphite only makes sense for teams that live and breathe stacked pull requests on GitHub.
If you're a regular developer or small team, start with Sourcery — it's cheaper, easier to set up, and helps you write cleaner code as you type. Only consider Graphite if you're managing a complex GitHub workflow with stacked pull requests and have the budget and patience for a steeper setup.
