Axolo
Peer code review software
DevOps software
Source code management software
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$8.30 per seat per month
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What is Axolo
Axolo is a peer code review workflow tool that connects pull requests to Slack to help engineering teams coordinate reviews and approvals. It targets software development teams that use Git-based repositories and want review notifications, reminders, and discussion in chat. The product focuses on reducing context switching by surfacing pull request status and actions in Slack rather than replacing the underlying source code hosting platform.
Slack-centered review workflow
Axolo routes pull request activity into Slack channels and threads so reviewers can discuss changes where they already communicate. This can reduce time spent switching between chat and a code hosting UI for status checks and follow-ups. It is particularly useful for teams that rely on Slack as the primary coordination layer for engineering work.
Pull request visibility and nudges
The product emphasizes review status visibility, reviewer assignment, and reminders to keep pull requests moving. These capabilities help teams manage review queues and reduce stalled changes without building custom bots. Compared with broader DevOps suites, it stays focused on the review coordination problem rather than end-to-end CI/CD.
Works alongside Git platforms
Axolo is designed to integrate with existing Git-based source code management and pull request systems rather than acting as a repository host. This lets teams keep their current SCM and CI tooling while adding a review coordination layer. It can be adopted incrementally by a team without migrating repositories.
Not a full DevOps suite
Axolo does not replace CI/CD, issue tracking, artifact management, or broader governance features found in integrated DevOps platforms. Organizations seeking a single system of record for planning through deployment will still need additional tools. Its value is highest when paired with an existing SCM and delivery toolchain.
Slack dependency for best value
The core workflow assumes Slack as the primary collaboration surface, so teams using other chat platforms may not get equivalent benefits. If Slack usage is limited or restricted, adoption and impact can be constrained. Some organizations also prefer review discussions to remain inside the code hosting platform for auditability.
Limited SCM ownership and controls
Because Axolo sits on top of existing repositories, it typically cannot provide repository-level administration, permissions, or hosting controls. Advanced code review policies, compliance reporting, and security controls may remain dependent on the underlying SCM provider. Teams may need to manage configuration across multiple systems to achieve consistent governance.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Up to 50 pull request channels per month; a channel for each PR; daily PR reminders; deployment & PR checks notifications; stand-up notifications. (Sign up for free) |
| Standard | $8.3 /seat/mo | Unlimited pull request channels; a channel for each PR; daily PR reminders; deployment & PR checks notifications; stand-up notifications; code review timeslots; automatic channel archiver; private pull request channels. (2-week trial available) |
| Business | $13.3 /seat/mo | All Standard features plus priority support; account manager for security & compliance; option to sign a Data Processing Agreement (DPA); multiple team-specific channels; multiple GitLab Groups; workflow & custom automations. (2-week trial available; Get a demo) |
| Enterprise | Contact us / Custom pricing | Enterprise-level services & custom integrations; minimum billing for 50 seats after trial ends; GitHub Enterprise Server support; user provisioning/deprovisioning; dedicated IP address & proxy server options; account consolidation & billing; custom onboarding; security questionnaires & pen test report. (Book a demo / Contact sales) |
