Free OpenProject alternatives

All OpenProject alternatives

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   Jira

   4.7(40.7K) · App StoreLike

   Jira is Atlassian's tracker for software teams, built around issues, Scrum and Kanban boards, backlogs, sprints and configurable workflows. It connects to Confluence, Bitbucket and GitHub, offers a large marketplace of apps and rule-based automation, and is available in the cloud or as a self-managed Data Center edition for large organizations.

   12 Jira alternatives

   Pros

   • Mature Scrum and Kanban boards with backlogs and sprints
   • Highly configurable workflows, fields and automation rules
   • Tight links with Confluence, Bitbucket and GitHub, plus a large app marketplace

   Cons

   • Complex to set up and administer without a dedicated admin
   • Can feel heavy and slow for small teams or simple projects
   • Marketplace apps add to the cost on top of per-user pricing

   Cost / License

   FreemiumProprietary

   Categories

   Project Management

   Platforms

   WebiPhoneAndroidSelf-hosted

   Features

   API accessBuilt-in automationsIntegrationsKanban boardsPlugins & extensionsSprint planning

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   Plane

   60.7KstarsLike

   Plane is an open source project management tool for software teams, covering issues, cycles, modules, pages and several layouts including list, Kanban, calendar and spreadsheet. It positions itself as a self-hostable alternative to Jira and Linear, and is also offered as a hosted cloud service with a free tier and paid plans.

   8 Plane alternatives

   Pros

   • Open source, self-hostable alternative to Jira and Linear
   • Modern interface with list, Kanban, calendar and spreadsheet layouts
   • Cycles, modules and pages cover planning and docs in one place

   Cons

   • Younger product with fewer integrations than established trackers
   • Some advanced features are limited to paid editions
   • Self-hosting means handling upgrades and backups yourself

   Cost / License

   FreemiumOpen source

   Categories

   Project Management

   Platforms

   WebSelf-hosted

   Features

   API accessCalendar viewKanban boardsSprint planningTeam wiki

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   Taiga

   857starsLike

   Taiga is an open source project management tool for agile teams, offering Scrum backlogs with sprints and user stories, Kanban boards, issue tracking and a project wiki. Developed by Kaleidos, it can be self-hosted or used as a hosted service at taiga.io, and its clean interface also suits designers and product people, not only developers.

   7 Taiga alternatives

   Pros

   • Open source, with Scrum backlogs, sprints and Kanban boards
   • Clean interface that also suits designers and product people
   • Can be self-hosted or used as a hosted service

   Cons

   • Fewer integrations than mainstream project management tools
   • Limited reporting and cross-project views for larger organizations
   • Self-hosting requires technical know-how

   Cost / License

   FreemiumOpen source

   Categories

   Project Management

   Platforms

   WebSelf-hosted

   Features

   IntegrationsKanban boardsSprint planningTeam collaborationTeam wiki

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   Zoho Projects

   4.4(731) · App StoreLike

   Zoho Projects is a cloud project management app with task lists, Gantt charts, Kanban boards, timesheets, issue tracking and Blueprint workflows. It fits companies that already use Zoho apps such as CRM, Books or Desk, and includes the Zia assistant, client access and a free plan for very small teams.

   10 Zoho Projects alternatives

   Pros

   • Connects natively with Zoho CRM, Books, Desk and other Zoho apps
   • Gantt charts, timesheets and issue tracking in one tool
   • Blueprint workflows enforce each step of a process

   Cons

   • The interface feels less polished than leading competitors
   • Most valuable for companies already invested in Zoho
   • The free plan only suits very small teams

   Cost / License

   FreemiumProprietary

   Categories

   Project Management

   Platforms

   WebiPhoneAndroid

   Features

   AI assistantBuilt-in automationsGantt chartsIntegrationsKanban boardsTime tracking

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   Wrike

   4.6(6.9K) · App StoreLike

   Wrike is a work management platform for organizations that run many projects at once, combining Gantt charts, Kanban boards, workload views and built-in time tracking. Custom request forms, approval workflows, tasks shared across several projects and AI features help marketing, professional services and PMO teams standardize how work is planned and delivered.

   11 Wrike alternatives

   Pros

   • Handles many parallel projects with Gantt, Kanban and workload views
   • Custom request forms and approval workflows standardize intake
   • Built-in time tracking and tasks shared across several projects

   Cons

   • Steep learning curve and a dense interface
   • Advanced features and analytics sit in the more expensive tiers
   • Often overkill for small teams with simple needs

   Cost / License

   FreemiumProprietary

   Categories

   Project Management

   Platforms

   WebWindowsMaciPhoneAndroid

   Features

   AI assistantBuilt-in automationsGantt chartsIntegrationsKanban boardsTemplates

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   Asana

   4.7(74.9K) · App StoreLike

   Asana helps teams plan projects, assign tasks and track progress in list, board, timeline and calendar views. It is aimed at cross-functional teams in mid-size and large companies, with portfolios and goals to follow work across departments, rule-based automations, a large catalog of integrations and built-in AI features.

   12 Asana alternatives

   Pros

   • List, board, timeline and calendar views for the same project
   • Goals and portfolios connect work across departments
   • Large catalog of integrations and rule-based automations

   Cons

   • Per-seat pricing gets expensive as teams grow
   • Timeline, goals and portfolios require paid plans
   • A task can only have one assignee

   Cost / License

   FreemiumProprietary

   Categories

   Project Management

   Platforms

   WebWindowsMaciPhoneAndroid

   Features

   AI assistantBuilt-in automationsCalendar viewGantt chartsIntegrationsKanban boards

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   Linear

   4.5(14.5K) · App StoreLike

   Linear is an issue tracker for software teams that emphasizes speed, keyboard shortcuts and an opinionated workflow with cycles, projects, roadmaps and triage. It syncs with GitHub and GitLab to update issues from pull requests, integrates with Slack and support tools, and exposes a GraphQL API for custom automation.

   9 Linear alternatives

   Pros

   • Fast interface built around keyboard shortcuts
   • GitHub and GitLab sync updates issues from pull requests
   • Cycles, projects and roadmaps follow a clear, opinionated workflow

   Cons

   • The opinionated workflow leaves little room for custom processes
   • Designed for software teams, less suited to other departments
   • Cloud only, with no self-hosted option

   Cost / License

   FreemiumProprietary

   Categories

   Project Management

   Platforms

   WebWindowsMaciPhoneAndroid

   Features

   API accessIntegrationsKanban boardsSprint planningTeam collaboration

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