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Atlassian SourceTree vs IBM Rational ClearCase comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jun 3, 2026

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Categories and Ranking

Atlassian SourceTree
Ranking in Version Control
6th
Average Rating
7.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.0
Number of Reviews
9
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
IBM Rational ClearCase
Ranking in Version Control
9th
Average Rating
6.4
Number of Reviews
6
Ranking in other categories
Software Configuration Management (7th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Version Control category, the mindshare of Atlassian SourceTree is 6.4%, up from 5.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of IBM Rational ClearCase is 8.3%, up from 4.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Version Control Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Atlassian SourceTree6.4%
IBM Rational ClearCase8.3%
Other85.3%
Version Control
 

Featured Reviews

reviewer2845986 - PeerSpot reviewer
dev op engineer at a retailer with 11-50 employees
Visual Git workflow has streamlined branching and commits but still needs better performance
The best features Atlassian SourceTree offers is that you can see the entire branch structure laid out clearly, which makes it much easier to understand what's going on across a project. Atlassian SourceTree has positively impacted my organization because benefits add up over a year when you're bringing in new developers regularly. Avoiding merge disasters has real value. Even one bad merge that takes half a day to untangle costs more than the tool would if it wasn't free. The return on investment is significant.
Daniel Antonio Jimenez Quintana - PeerSpot reviewer
IT Systems Architect at Banco Ripley
Difficult to use, not efficient, but stable
We are using IBM Rational ClearCase in Peru at two large banks for a code repository. However, it is not meant to be used as a repository I have found it very difficult to understand many functionalities in IBM Rational ClearCase. We have had many problems and it is not user-friendly.  I have…

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The initial setup is straightforward."
"Avoiding merge disasters has real value."
"The solution's initial setup process is straightforward."
"The interface is very good and is easy to use. It tells you when you've committed, when you've uploaded, and gives you the differences."
"The most valuable feature is the ability to fix a broken repository merge."
"Atlassian SourceTree is a very stable product."
"This product has helped because we have been able to fix problems when our code repository breaks."
"The tool's UI is good."
"What I like most is that it is very stable."
"IBM Rational ClearCase is a stable solution, and I have not had any difficulty with reliability."
"Therefore when we started using ClearCase, it was like a miracle."
"I really appreciate the MultiSite feature; it is important to us due to the global nature of our company, as my team supports developers using ClearCase in at least ten locations worldwide."
"ClearCase integrates well with other engineering tools and frameworks such as the Eclipse environment."
"The features allowed us to meet requirements for SOX and set a centralized guideline for our development teams."
"The tool had features similar to Git for version control. It offered branching and merging capabilities, providing better control over code management. Integration was possible with other tools, including some change management tools. The overall process was normal."
 

Cons

"For everyday use, I am more comfortable using the command line interface, rather than using SourceTree."
"People think that Visual Studio Code is more intuitive and can serve dual purposes for development and as a client to push or pull code."
"The visuals, including the UI and UX, have simple fonts, making it an area where certain enhancements can be done."
"The product's UI needs improvement."
"Its interface could be easy to understand for a programmer."
"I have had a food experience with Atlassian SourceTree but it might not be for everyone."
"The UI can be improved because it is not always so easy to find the functionality you are looking for."
"The main issue for improving Atlassian SourceTree is performance."
"IBM's support of ClearCase is slipping."
"This is an expensive product and the price could be reduced."
"Customer service is mediocre. Technical support is mediocre."
"I have found it very difficult to understand many functionalities in IBM Rational ClearCase. We have had many problems and it is not user-friendly."
"The protection needs to be improved."
"Look for a more modern product. Your suppliers and developers will be happier."
"The solution's UI is slow compared to other tools. It is an old tool."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"There is a fee for using SourceTree."
"I do not recall the exact pricing details for SourceTree, but generally, Atlassian products are affordable, and SourceTree typically comes as part of a suite."
"Atlassian SourceTree is a free solution."
"This is a very expensive product."
"IBM Rational ClearCase, like any other IBM tool, is expensive."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
18%
Financial Services Firm
16%
Construction Company
13%
Computer Software Company
7%
Manufacturing Company
22%
Financial Services Firm
12%
Government
9%
Comms Service Provider
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business4
Midsize Enterprise2
Large Enterprise5
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Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Atlassian SourceTree?
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing for Atlassian SourceTree is that it's completely free, which was a big factor for us. There are no licensing costs, no approvals needed, just d...
What needs improvement with Atlassian SourceTree?
The main issue for improving Atlassian SourceTree is performance.
What is your primary use case for Atlassian SourceTree?
My main use case for Atlassian SourceTree is managing our Git repositories across multiple projects. We use it as a visual Git client so developers who aren't as comfortable with the command line c...
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Sample Customers

Facebook, NASA, Cisco, eBay, Redfin, Toyota, Kaiser Permanente, Gilt, CSIRO, Autodesk, The Daily Telegraph, CODE, Illumnia,
Atos SE, FEI, STM
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