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Working Copy

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Free plan iOS
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Spec score 7.9 #14 of 24 in Git clients

What it is

Working Copy is a Git client for iOS that can clone repositories, edit files, commit changes, and push them to remote repositories. It supports working offline: users can commit without a connection and push once the device is online again. Hosting support includes GitHub, Bitbucket, GitLab, and other providers; a repository URL can also be used when a provider is not specifically supported. Shortcuts actions cover reading and writing repository files, committing, pulling, pushing, and syncing. The client can work with external editors including Textastic, iA Writer, Ulysses, and 1Writer, and it supports creating pull requests for Bitbucket, GitHub, and GitLab. PGP commit signing is free; SSH signing is a Pro feature for users who purchased or upgraded on January 19, 2022 or later. Filesystem encryption keeps repositories available only while the device is unlocked. AI commit-message suggestions send staged differences to OpenAI, and the guide advises against using them with sensitive repositories. The Resolve tool cannot combine conflicted images or other binary files, so users must choose one version. The Free plan costs nothing and allows 5 repositories. A 10-day trial is available. Students can access all features free through the GitHub Education Pack.

Spec sheet

Purpose
Working Copy is a Git client for iOS that clones, edits, commits, and pushes repositories.Read 5 Oct 2026 · workingcopy.app
Free plan
YesRead 21 Sep 2026 · apps.apple.com
Support
The guide asks users to send questions by email for assistance.Read 5 Oct 2026 · workingcopy.app
AI privacy
AI commit message suggestions send staged differences to OpenAI, and the guide advises against using them with sensitive repositories.Read 5 Oct 2026 · workingcopy.app
Automation
Working Copy provides Shortcuts actions for tasks including reading and writing repository files, committing, pulling, pushing, and syncing.Read 5 Oct 2026 · workingcopy.app
Commit signing
The guide says PGP signing is a free feature and SSH commit signing is a Pro feature for users who purchased or upgraded on January 19, 2022 or later.Read 5 Oct 2026 · workingcopy.app
Editing integrations
The guide describes working with external editors including Textastic, iA Writer, Ulysses, and 1Writer.Read 5 Oct 2026 · workingcopy.app
Free trial
New users get a 10-day free trial of Pro features.Read 5 Oct 2026 · workingcopy.app
Git operations
The guide describes committing offline and pushing commits once the device is back online.Read 5 Oct 2026 · workingcopy.app
Hosting services
It has special support for GitHub, Bitbucket, GitLab, and other hosting providers, and can clone from a repository URL when a provider is not specifically supported.Read 5 Oct 2026 · workingcopy.app
Local data security
Working Copy uses filesystem encryption so repositories are available only when the device is unlocked.Read 5 Oct 2026 · workingcopy.app
Mac availability
The homepage says Working Copy for Mac is getting ready for release and offers a launch email sign-up.Read 5 Oct 2026 · workingcopy.app
Notable limitation
The guide says conflicted images and other binary files cannot be combined in the Resolve tool; users must choose one version.Read 5 Oct 2026 · workingcopy.app
Pro unlock duration
The one-time unlock permanently enables purchased features and Pro features added during the next 12 months; later Pro features require an upgrade.Read 5 Oct 2026 · workingcopy.app
Pull requests
Working Copy supports creating pull requests for Bitbucket, GitHub, and GitLab.Read 5 Oct 2026 · workingcopy.app
Student access
The guide says students can access all features for free through the GitHub Education Pack.Read 5 Oct 2026 · workingcopy.app

Plans and prices

Free Free 5 repositories Read 21 Sep 2026 · workingcopy.app
Working Copy Pro Unlock $35.99, paid once One-time purchase Push and other Pro features; unlock covers features available at purchase and new Pro features added during the next 12 months Read 5 Oct 2026 · workingcopyapp.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Commits can be made offline
  • Shortcuts actions support common repository tasks
  • Supports GitHub, Bitbucket, and GitLab pull requests
  • Filesystem encryption protects repository availability
  • Students can access all features through GitHub Education Pack

Limits

  • Free plan is limited to 5 repositories
  • Available only on iOS
  • Resolve cannot combine conflicted binary files

Who it suits

Working Copy suits iOS users who need to edit and manage Git repositories away from a desktop, including offline commits and Shortcuts automation. It also fits students eligible for the GitHub Education Pack.

Verdict

Working Copy covers core repository tasks and automation on iOS, including offline commits.

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