GitLab Duo
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What is GitLab Duo
GitLab Duo is an AI-assisted capability within the GitLab DevSecOps platform that helps software teams generate and explain code, assist with tests, and support code review and remediation workflows. It targets developers and DevSecOps teams working in GitLab projects who want AI assistance embedded in their existing planning, source control, CI/CD, and security processes. It differentiates by being integrated into GitLab’s end-to-end software delivery lifecycle rather than operating only as an IDE plugin, and by aligning AI assistance with GitLab’s repository, merge request, and security features.
Native GitLab workflow integration
GitLab Duo operates inside GitLab’s core workflows such as repositories, merge requests, and broader DevSecOps processes. This reduces context switching compared with tools that primarily live in a standalone editor or separate web app. It can be easier to standardize usage across teams already using GitLab for planning, CI/CD, and security.
Supports multiple SDLC tasks
The product is positioned to assist with more than code completion, including code explanation, test-related help, and review-oriented tasks within GitLab. This breadth can be useful for teams that want AI support across development and collaboration steps rather than only during editing. Centralizing these capabilities in the same platform can simplify governance and rollout.
Enterprise platform controls alignment
Because it is delivered as part of an enterprise DevSecOps platform, Duo can align with existing GitLab administration, permissions, and project structures. This can help organizations apply consistent access control and policy expectations around AI usage. It also supports adoption patterns common in regulated environments where tooling consolidation matters.
Best fit for GitLab users
GitLab Duo is most compelling when an organization already standardizes on GitLab for source control and delivery workflows. Teams using other primary platforms may see less value or face additional change management to realize benefits. In mixed-tool environments, adoption can be uneven across repositories and teams.
Feature depth varies by workflow
AI assistance quality and usefulness can differ depending on language, framework, and the specific task (e.g., generation vs. review vs. remediation). Some teams may still require specialized tools for certain review or agentic automation scenarios. Organizations should validate performance on their codebases and typical merge request patterns.
Governance and data questions
Introducing AI into code and review workflows raises questions about data handling, model behavior, and auditability. Buyers often need to evaluate where prompts and code context are processed, what telemetry is collected, and how controls map to internal policies. These considerations can slow procurement and require additional security review.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| GitLab Duo Core | Included (no additional cost) when you have GitLab Premium ($29/user/month) or Ultimate (contact sales) | GitLab Duo Core is included automatically for Premium/Ultimate customers (GitLab 18.0+). Provides foundational Duo (Duo Classic) capabilities such as IDE Code Suggestions and Chat (availability depends on offering and version). |
| GitLab Duo Pro | $19 per user/month, billed annually | Extends AI beyond the IDE into the GitLab UI: code generation, test generation, code refactoring, chat, AI user permissions. Available only to Premium and Ultimate customers (add-on). |
| GitLab Duo Enterprise | Custom pricing (contact sales) | Enterprise-grade Duo features (summarization tools, expanded chat context, full DevSecOps agentic workflows). Available only to Premium and Ultimate customers; contact sales to purchase. |
GitLab Duo Agent Platform (usage-based): Pricing model: Pay-as-you-go List price: $1 per GitLab Credit (on-demand list price) Included credits: Premium includes 12 credits/user/month; Ultimate includes 24 credits/user/month (shown on pricing page; promotional terms noted on site). Volume discounts: Volume discounts available with annual commitment Notes: Credits are pooled across the organization; usage is billed monthly. Agent Platform features (Agentic Chat, AI Catalog, custom agents/flows) consume credits.
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GitLab Inc.
San Francisco, CA, USA
2014
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https://about.gitlab.com/
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