Compare All Project Management Software 2026
Side-by-side comparison of 28 project management tools. Find the right fit for your team and budget.
Project Management software billed per user typically runs Free to $45 per user/month in 2026. The average across 21 tools is $14 per user/month. 21 of 28 tools offer free tiers.
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| Product | Starting Price | Popular Tier | Enterprise | Free Tier | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| nTask | Free /user/month | $3 /user/month | $8 /user/month | Yes | - |
| GoodDay | Free /user/month | $4 /user/month | $7 /user/month | Yes | - |
| Todoist | Free /user/month | $5 /user/month | $10 /user/month | Yes | Individual users starting out |
| Height | Free /user/month | $7 /user/month | $15 /user/month | Yes | - |
| Trello | Free /user/month | $7.50 /user/month | $17.50 /user/month | Yes | Individual users and small teams |
| Zoho Projects | Free /user/month | $7.50 /user/month | $15 /user/month | Yes | Small teams and personal use with minimal project management needs |
| Jira | Free /user/month | $7.91 /user/month | $14.54 /user/month | Yes | Small teams up to 10 users getting started with agile project management |
| ClickUp | Free /user/month | $9.50 /user/month | $12 /user/month | Yes | Getting started |
| Monday.com | Free /user/month | $12 /user/month | $19 /user/month | Yes | Individuals exploring the platform |
| Hive | Free /user/month | $12.50 /user/month | $18 /user/month | Yes | - |
| MeisterTask | Free /user/month | $12.50 /user/month | $25 /user/month | Yes | Individuals starting to manage daily work. |
| Wrike | Free /user/month | $12.50 /user/month | $25 /user/month | Yes | Essential task management |
| Teamwork | Free /user/month | $13.99 /user/month | $25.99 /user/month | Yes | Very small teams |
| Smartsheet | $9 /user/month | $14 /user/month | $19 /user/month | No | People and teams wanting to track, share, and manage projects |
| Basecamp | Free /user/month | $15 /user/month | $349 /user/month | Yes | Single small project |
| Microsoft Planner | Free /user/month | $15 /user/month | $30 /user/month | Yes | Teams already on Microsoft 365 needing lightweight task management |
| Asana | Free /user/month | $17.99 /user/month | $30.49 /user/month | Yes | Individuals or pairs managing personal projects who don't need Timeline, custom fields, or automations |
| Notion | Free /user/month | $18 /user/month | $24 /user/month | Yes | Individuals organizing personal notes and projects |
| SmartSuite | $20 /user/month | $28 /user/month | $36 /user/month | No | Teams that need a better way to manage workflows |
| Microsoft Project | $10 /user/month | $30 /user/month | $55 /user/month | No | Small teams needing basic project tracking and task management |
| Airtable | Free /user/month | $32.50 /user/month | $45 /user/month | Yes | Personal use and very small teams |
Category Summary
28
Products
$14
Avg /user/mo (21 tools)
21
Free Tiers
Project Management Pricing FAQ
01 What is project management software?
Project management software helps teams plan, organize, and track work from start to finish. It provides tools for task assignment, deadlines, collaboration, and progress visualization through boards, timelines, and Gantt charts.
02 How much does project management software cost?
Project management software ranges from free to $30+ per user per month. Popular tools like Asana, Monday.com, and ClickUp offer free tiers with limited features, while paid plans typically cost $8-20/user/month for standard features and $20-30+/user/month for advanced capabilities.
03 What's the best project management software for small businesses?
ClickUp and Asana are excellent for small businesses. ClickUp offers the most generous free tier with unlimited users, while Asana's free plan supports up to 10 team members with essential features. Both scale affordably as teams grow.
04 What's the best project management software for enterprises?
Asana, Monday.com, and Wrike lead in enterprise project management. All offer advanced security (SSO, SCIM), portfolio management, resource planning, and dedicated support. Jira remains the standard for enterprise software development teams.
05 Is there free project management software?
Yes, ClickUp, Asana, Monday.com, and Trello all offer free tiers. ClickUp's free plan is most generous with unlimited users and tasks. Asana allows 10 users free, while Monday.com limits free plans to 2 users.
06 What features should I look for in project management software?
Key features include task management, multiple views (list, board, timeline), file sharing, integrations, and mobile apps. Growing teams need automation, reporting, workload management, and guest access for clients or contractors.
07 How do I choose between project management tools?
Match the tool to your workflow. Asana excels at structured task management, Monday.com offers visual flexibility, ClickUp provides feature depth at low cost, and Trello suits simple Kanban workflows. Trial 2-3 options with your actual projects.
08 What's the difference between free and paid project management tools?
Free plans typically limit the number of projects, users, or features like Gantt charts, time tracking, and automations. Paid plans unlock unlimited projects, advanced views, integrations, reporting, and admin controls for larger teams.