Is GitLab free?

Yes, GitLab offers a free version, both self-hosted and on the cloud, with some limitations:

• Self-hosted (on-premises) – You can install GitLab on your own setup for $0 per user/month, bring your own storage and runners, and save on licensing costs.
• Cloud version – Free for up to 5 users in private top-level groups, with 5GB storage per project, 10GB transfer monthly, and 400 compute minutes per namespace.

GitLab’s free plan is great for individual developers, small teams, and open-source projects, while paid tiers support scaling businesses. Similarly, Easy Redmine is available both on-premises and in the cloud, making it a flexible project management solution that integrates seamlessly with GitLab. 

By choosing an Easy Redmine on-premises solution, you can leverage GitLab's self-hosted version integration, potentially saving thousands in annual licensing costs.