Jenkins vs GitLab CI: Battle of CI/CD Tools

The article compares Jenkins and GitLab CI/CD, two prominent CI/CD tools in the DevOps landscape, highlighting their features, strengths, and differences. Jenkins, an open-source tool with a rich plugin ecosystem and robust community support, is favored for its flexibility and extensive documentation, making it a long-standing choice for many developers since its release in 2011. Conversely, GitLab CI/CD, integrated into GitLab since 2015, offers seamless code collaboration and version control, with features such as auto-scaling CI runners and strong security measures, appealing to those seeking a comprehensive platform for CI/CD and code management. Despite Jenkins having more GitHub stars, both tools are rated similarly on review platforms like G2, indicating a close competition. The choice between the two largely depends on project requirements, with Jenkins excelling in plugin flexibility and GitLab CI/CD standing out for its integrated environment and ease of use. The article also notes that LambdaTest supports integrations with both tools, facilitating cross-browser testing in CI/CD pipelines.