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8 Best Open Source Project Management Software for 2024

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Best overall: OpenProject
Best for ease of use: GanttProject
Best low-cost alternative to Microsoft Project: ProjectLibre
Best for kanban boards: WeKan
Best for small businesses: Taiga
Best for enterprises: Orangescrum
Best for small teams and startups: Leantime
Best for DevOps team: Tuleap

While many proprietary project management tools are available on the market, open-source project management software provides an alternative for those who prefer to use free, customizable and community-driven software solutions.

We analyzed our picks for the top eight open-source project management software of 2024, including their features, costs, pros and cons. We also outline the steps to follow when shopping for open-source project management tools.

Top open-source project management software comparison

Here is a head-to-head comparison of the top eight open-source project management tools.

OpenProject: Best overall

OpenProject is web-based, open-source project management software that helps location-independent teams organize and track unlimited projects. It offers many features on both its free and paid plans, such as project planning and scheduling, cost control and budget management, collaboration and communication tools, bug tracking and other project management features.

OpenProject can be used by teams of any size and is suitable for both traditional and Agile project management methodologies.

See how OpenProject compares to our list of the best project management tools .

Community : No cost for on-premises hosts.
Basic : $7.25 per user per month billed annually (minimum five users) for on-premises and cloud hosts.
Professional : $13.50 per user per month billed annually (minimum 25 users) for on-premises and cloud hosts.
Premium : $19.50 per user per month billed annually (minimum 100 users) for on-premises and cloud hosts.
Corporate : Supports on-premises hosts for a minimum of 250 users. Contact sales for a custom quote.
Native time tracking feature.
Project views include cards, Agile boards, Gantt charts and timelines.
Choose from automatic or manual scheduling modes.
Track costs over time to keep projects on budget.
Supported BIM features, including IFC 3D model upload and viewer, BCF management and Revit integration.

An example of the user landing page in OpenProject.

Pros and Cons

Integrations.

OpenProject integrates with GitLab, Jira, Microsoft Project, Toggl and Slack. App integrations are limited depending on your plan. All paid plans integrate with OneDrive, Nextcloud and GitHub.

Why I chose OpenProject

I picked OpenProject because of its abundance of advanced features, active community and versatility. The free plan also offers a pretty extensive feature set, and you’ll also get a 14-day free trial to test out the paid plans. The tradeoff is that support is limited, and you must upgrade to the more expensive plans if you think your team will need more customer service.

GanttProject: Best for ease of use

Although the GanttProject interface looks a bit like an old-school Excel spreadsheet, the open-source project management application is a powerful tool for scheduling and tracking projects. The more traditional style design may also be easier for certain team members to navigate.

GanttProject allows users to break down multiple projects into tasks, assign resources, set dependencies between tasks and track progress. It is available for Windows, Mac and Linux operating systems and is licensed under the GNU GPL.

See how GanttProject compares to our list of the best Gantt chart software .

GanttProject is completely free to download and use. However, upon download, users can optionally contribute $5 or more to the project development.

Available for Windows, Linux and macOS.
Users can edit their project offline, then sync when they’re back online.
Resource allocation available.
Milestone tracking and project progress tracking included.

An example of a Gantt chart view in GanttProject.

GanttProject does not currently offer any integrations.

Why I chose GanttProject

I chose GanttProject because of its simple learning curve, which makes it a good choice for beginners who are new to open-source project management software. I also like that GanttProject is free forever to download, with no limits on the number of users or projects, making it a great choice for teams on a budget.

ProjectLibre: Best low-cost alternative to Microsoft Project

With over 7 million downloads in 193 countries, ProjectLibre is distributed under the Common Public Attribution License (CPAL), which allows users to use, modify and distribute the software freely. This desktop-based project management tool describes itself as the #1 alternative to Microsoft Project and is a cross-platform application that works on Windows, Linux and macOS.

ProjectLibre allows users to create and manage tasks, schedules, budgets and resources for their projects and includes Gantt charts, network diagrams (PERT charts), resource allocation, critical path analysis and many other project management tools.

See how ProjectLibre compares to our list of the best Microsoft Project alternatives .

Available to download for free.

Resource histograms help with workload allocation.
Network diagrams visualize roadmaps.
Resource breakdown structure and work breakdown structure charts.
Gantt charts included for free.

An example of a Gantt chart in ProjectLibre.

ProjectLibre currently integrates with OpenProject only.

Why I chose ProjectLibre

I chose ProjectLibre because it provides a completely free, open-source alternative to Microsoft Project. While the desktop version is more traditionally designed, the ProjectLibre team is also working on releasing a cloud-based version, and you can add yourself to the waitlist for a free trial.

WeKan: Best for kanban boards

WeKan is an open-source kanban board tool licensed under MIT, meaning that it’s free to use, modify and distribute. In addition to customizable boards and cards, WeKan offers lists, task management, collaboration tools, task assignments, due dates and notifications.

As an open-source tool, WeKan has a growing community of contributors and users who constantly improve and add new features to the project. It also offers a self-hosted version if you want more control and security.

See how WeKan compares to our list of the best kanban software .

WeKan is free to use.

Allows users to customize their own project details.
Includes a real-time user interface.
Easy-to-use kanban interface with board, list and card views.

WeKan supports integrations with popular tools like Slack, Google Drive and GitHub.

Why I chose WeKan

I chose WeKan because it offers an open-source kanban software alternative as well as the option to self-host. Its project management features aren’t as robust as some of the other alternatives on this list, but that also lowers the learning curve and makes it less intimidating for beginners to master.

Taiga: Best for small businesses

Initially released in 2014 and licensed under the GNU Affero General Public License, Taiga is a desktop-based open-source project management platform that allows small teams to manage multiple projects, tasks and workflows. It is designed to be lightweight and easy to use, making it a great choice for Agile project management. Taiga offers numerous features to support Agile methodologies, including sprints, backlogs, kanban boards and Gantt charts.

See how Taiga compares to our list of the best project management software for small businesses .

Taiga has both free and paid plans.

Taiga Cloud Basic : Free.
Taiga Cloud with Premium Support : $70 per month or $600 per year.
Self-hosted : Free and open source.
Automated Hosting : Starts at $10; run through a partnership with Elestio.
Managed for You : Contact sales team for a quote.
Project views include kanban boards and Gantt charts.
Views multiple workflows at a time with the swimlanes feature.
Dive deep with burndown charts on project and sprint levels.
Includes backlog and sprint planning.

The app integrates with popular development tools such as GitHub and GitLab. It also integrates with Slack, and you can connect it to even more apps via Zapier.

Why I chose Taiga

I chose Taiga because its cloud-hosted version supports unlimited projects and users, making it an excellent option for small businesses, even if they aren’t able to self-host. If your team has Linux and Docker experience, the free self-hosted version is a great alternative to explore as well.

Orangescrum: Best for enterprises

Licensed under GNU General Public License v3, Orangescrum offers an open-source enterprise edition as well as cloud and on-premises versions to choose from. Orangescrum’s features include task management, project tracking, time tracking, resource management, team collaboration and reporting.

The Orangescrum dashboard provides a bird’s eye view of multiple projects with the capability to drill down and analyze the progress of individual tasks and projects.

See how Orangescrum compares to our list of the best enterprise project management software .

Orangescrum has a free open-source community edition that users can download. For the enterprise edition, prospective buyers can purchase Orangescrum as an on-premises solution or use it via the cloud. Orangescrum discloses the pricing for its cloud plans, but you must contact the sales team to get a quote for the self-hosted plans.

Orangescrum cloud plans:

Personal : No cost for one user.
Startup : $8 per month billed annually, or $9 billed monthly, for 10 users.
Professional : $40 per month billed annually, or $44 billed monthly, for 11 users. Pricing varies by number of users.
Enterprise : Contact sales for a custom quote.
View project analytics for task, hour and weekly usage reports.
Choose from multiple project views like kanban, scrum and Gantt charts.
Includes resource management capabilities such as resource utilization, resource availability and user role management.
Secures users’ data with SSO, LDAP and role-based access control features.

App integrations include Slack, Google Drive, Dropbox, Google Calendar, GitHub, Zapier, LDAP and Outlook. Users can sync and automate data between integrations.

Why I chose Orangescrum

I chose Orangescrum because its many advanced features make it a great choice for enterprises with lots of complex project management. I also like that Orangescrum supports six different languages (Danish, English, French, German, Portuguese and Spanish), a perk for international enterprises with global teams.

Leantime: Best for small teams and startups

Leantime is an open-source project management system that combines design thinking, lean methodology and Agile practices into an all-in-one system. It is designed to help startup-minded teams ideate, plan and execute projects effectively from start to finish. While Leantime limits the number of tasks available on its free plan, its affordable pricing plans are on par with other project management software apps.

See how Leantime compares to our list of the best project management software for time tracking .

Leantime offers several pricing plans:

Free : No cost for up to 150 tasks and milestones.
Essentials : $4 per user per month.
Premium : $8 per user per month.
Ultimate : $10 per user per month.
Enterprise : Contact sales team for a quote.
Project views include kanban boards, lists and Gantt charts.
Goal and progress tracking and milestone management available.
Document manager keeps everything centralized on one platform.
LDAP integration and role management.

Leantime connects with Slack, Discord, Mattermost or Zulip.

Why we chose Leantime

I chose Leantime because of its advanced project management features and its incorporation of AI capabilities. I also like that it includes document and file management capabilities and multiple project views to choose from. However, I wish the free version offered more capabilities instead of limiting users to 150 tasks only.

Tuleap: Best for DevOps team

Tuleap is a web-based, open-source software platform designed for project management and collaboration. It is primarily used for software development and is licensed under GNU GPL. Tuleap’s key capabilities include ticketing and bug-tracking, Agile planning, document management, version control, continuous integration and customizable workflow. It can be installed on-premises or used as a cloud-based service.

See how Tuleap compares to our list of the best project management software for developers .

Tuleap can be deployed on-premises and in the cloud. Your fee depends on your selected plan and the number of users. Note that Tuleap is based in Europe and therefore lists its pricing in euros, so the pricing may fluctuate slightly for American customers due to currency exchange rates.

Community : No cost.
Expert : Approximately $35 per user per month billed annually (minimum 25 users) for on-premises hosts. Special pricing is available for 50 or more users — contact the sales team for details.
myTuleap : Approximately $14 per user per month billed annually (up to 30 users) for cloud hosts.
Premium Cloud : Approximately $27 per user per month billed annually (minimum 25 users) for cloud hosts.
Backlog management feature.
Agile Release Train cross-team backlog and Program Increments planning.
Choose from on-premises or cloud deployment.
Suitable for application lifecycle management.

Tuleap integrates with GitLab, Jira Software, Eclipse, Mattermost and Bugzilla. The Tuleap Git integration with Jenkins allows online code review with pull requests.

Why I chose Tuleap

I chose Tuleap because it offers both cloud and on-premise deployment options for the ultimate flexibility. Its specific set of features also makes it particularly well suited to software development teams that are trying to turn around projects with fast deadlines.

Key features of open-source project management software

Look out for the following key capabilities when shopping for an open-source project management tool.

Source code availability and community support

The source code for open-source software is usually available on GitHub, allowing users to contribute to the project and modify it to their specific needs. They can also submit bug fixes and request features. Before selecting a tool, check the project’s community to see how active it is, how often the software is updated, and how easily modifiable the source code is.

Project planning and task management

The best open-source project management software should provide planning tools to create project roadmaps, Gantt charts and resource allocation. It should offer task management capabilities so users can prioritize tasks, set deadlines and track progress. The software should also provide an easy-to-use interface for creating, assigning and tracking tasks.

Cost savings

Open-source project management software is often free or very low cost. This makes it an attractive option for businesses looking for a cost-effective solution for their project management needs. If you need completely free project management software, you’ll find multiple open-source options to choose from.

Collaboration

Open-source project management software should provide collaboration features such as team messaging, file sharing and real-time updates. The software should also allow for easy feedback and approval processes so your team doesn’t constantly have to switch between platforms to move the project forward.

Resource management and time tracking

The open-source project management software should provide tools for managing resources such as people, equipment and materials, as well as reporting options to increase efficiency. It should also provide time tracking so team members can track their time spent on tasks and view their usage reports.

Pros and cons of using open-source software for project management

Open-source software offers a high degree of customizability, so you can tailor the software to meet your team’s needs. This also means that open source project management is highly scalable, so it can grow with your business as it evolves from a startup to a larger company.

Open-source software is also incredibly affordable: Many open-source project management software offer a free version, and the ones that don’t keep their pricing plans at a low cost. Most open-source software also have a very active and robust community that contributes to suggestions and updates.

Many open-source software require technical knowledge to implement and customize, especially if you plan to self-host — open-source software doesn’t provide technical support since it’s all run by volunteers. This means you’ll need an IT expert who already has experience with open-source software.

Open-source software may also present hidden costs. Even though the software itself is often free, you might need to make other purchases to support it, such as investing in additional security measures and hiring a software expert who can implement and support the software.

How do I choose the best open-source project management software for my business?

Before choosing open-source project management software, talk with your IT team about the technical challenges of implementing open-source project management software and how you can address them. You should also survey your employees about what they need in project management software.

Once you’ve gathered all the responses, make a list of your must-have and nice-to-have features, as well as your overall budget. If the community editions won’t suffice for your needs, then you might need to upgrade to the enterprise editions, which tend to cost more.

Next, it’s time to engage the community members and, if possible, get on a call to discuss your needs. If you’re looking at a paid version, request a free trial so you can test the tool before committing to a paid plan.

Smaller teams may prefer a less complex tool than what many open-source options have to offer. If that’s the case, check out our list of the top free project management software instead.

Methodology

To choose the best open-source project management tools available on the market, we tested each tool ourselves to get firsthand experience. We evaluated the ease of use, user interface design, community activity and product documentation. We also investigated various project management features, such as project views, resource allocation and time tracking. We looked at user reviews and customer satisfaction ratings during the writing of this review.

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The 8 Best Open-Source Project Management Software

Open-Source is leading the web-based project management software market for both traditional and agile projects. Here are some of the best ones!

Open-source project management software is becoming an alternative for organizations, since using these programs balances cost and functionality. You can use these management tools to organize teams and projects.

With the right project management tool, you can automate tasks like resource allocation, budget tracking, scheduling, and time management. This article highlights eight different program options that range from simple task managers to full-enterprise solutions with features like quality assurance, bug tracking, change request control, document conversion tools, and more. Here's the list.

1. OpenProject

OpenProject is one of the most popular platforms for project management and team collaboration. The cloud-based software is designed to support small, medium, and large businesses.

You can use OpenProject through all stages of your project, from inception to completion. The software supports both Agile and Scrum functionalities.

Related: Agile vs. Scrum vs. Waterfall: Choose the Right Software Development Approach

Its Agile features include creating stories, prioritizing sprints, and tracking. The Scrum feature is integrated into other OpenProject modules, like task management, roadmap planning, and bug tracking.

OpenProject also offers a free community edition and paid plans. Both versions include Gantt charts, dashboards that display project status, and customizable workflow patterns.

However, the paid plan adds features, like custom branding and easy single sign-on (SSO). OpenProject starts at $7.25 per user per month; with a minimum of 5 users, it comes to $36.25 monthly.

2. MyCollab

MyCollab is an easy-to-install software with a clean UI. It's a fully-featured collaboration tool designed to serve small to medium-sized businesses.

The cloud-based project management software provides a rich set of project management, document management, and customer relationship management (CRM) features. It also includes two licensing options: an open-source “community edition” and a commercial edition.

The community edition provides basic project management features like issues management, roadmap view, and Kanban for efficient task management . On the other hand, the premium plan supports Gantt charts, time tracking, risk management, and more. Prices start from $19 per month, with a 30-day free trial.

3. Orangescrum

Orangescrum lets you manage projects, tasks, and resources in one place. From governments to nonprofits to freelancers, the program works with all. This project management software provides cloud, self-hosted cloud, and open-source versions, which include Scrum and Kanban for real-time task management. You'll also find Gantt charts.

The open-source edition includes features like task reminders, custom task status, bug and issue tracking, and document management. The software comes with a free-for-life option and premium plans starting from $8 per month for up to 10 users.

Zentao is a professional Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) that supports Scrum. The program provides the tools you need to cover the core processes of software development projects, from conceptualization to planning to delivery.

The platform's main features include project management, product management, document management, and test management. Its most distinguishing characteristic is that it separates the concepts of product, sprint, and test.

Zentao offers both free and paid plans. Both versions support task management, document management, testing, and release management, to name a few.

The paid plan includes customizable workflows, customized reporting, calendar, Kanban boards, and Gantt charts. Pricing starts at $24.9 as a flat rate, as a one-time payment.

5. GanttProject

GanttProject is a free project scheduling and time management tool. It's one of the top free Gantt chart apps that work best for small and medium businesses needing Gantt and PERT charts.

Related: Gantt Chart vs. PERT Chart: What Are the Differences?

The software has a simple setup with an uncluttered workspace and is ready to work immediately after launching. It allows you to calculate project costs and assign human resources to work on each task. You can give everyone a task and define custom roles.

With GanttProject, you can export and import projects from Microsoft Project and Excel. You can export in HTML if you want to put an overview of your project online. You can as well export to PDF or PNG for printable charts.

Pricing starts at $5 per user, as a one-time payment. Paid and free plans are identical and covered by the same GPL license.

Taiga is best for designers, developers, project managers, and teams that want to use agile features. The project management tool is used by companies like Orange, HP, and Airbus.

Related: Types of Agile Methodologies You Can Use in Your Projects

The software has features like backlog and sprint planning, issue tracking, and fully customizable Kanban boards. Other features include multi-project support, real-time reporting, ticket management, and third-party integrations.

Taiga easily integrates with Slack and allows you to import from Asana, Trello, Jira, and GitHub. What makes it stand out is its simple, beautiful, and intuitive design. As such, it's a great choice for multi-functional teams.

The platform is free for public projects. For private projects, there are several paid plans, starting at $7 per user per month. This makes one of the most affordable Kanban board software on the market.

7. Leantime

If you're looking for a program that provides both lean product development and agile project management, then Leantime might be your best bet. The open-source software has several tools to help you manage projects from the idea phase to delivery. But projects are not without task management challenges .

The tool also supports multiple projects, making it ideal for startup teams, product managers, and any other organization that uses agile and lean methodologies. With Leantime, you can map out entire projects, from start to finish, via built-in features for plotting out goal dates and tracking milestones.

You can use Gantt charts and timetables to monitor the components of each project. The tool also includes a backlog feature that allows you to break tasks into smaller, more manageable to-dos.

Other features include Kanban, timesheet and calendar, and integration with Slack. In addition, it offers a free version and paid plans that start at $5 per user per month.

8. ProjectLibre

ProjectLibre markets itself as the “number one Microsoft Project alternative”. The software supports all-important project planning features, including cost management, resource calendars, and baselines. You can use it for multi-project management for teams.

The free, open-source project management tool is scalable from small businesses up to Fortune 500 companies. Top brands that use the program include IBM, AMD, Cisco, Boeing, and Time Warner.

The tool features Gantt charts, PERT charts, and RBS (Resource Breakdown Structure) charts. Plus, it's compatible with MS Project, includes a straightforward installation process, and has a thriving online community.

Is Open-Source Project Management Software Good for You?

Open-source project management is an effective way to structure your work, connect with teams, identify bugs, and achieve success in the project. And it will be right for you if you need a highly customizable, budget-friendly project management platform.

However, going the open-source way might not work if you don't have a strong technical team to manage the software, fix bugs and issues, and customize it to your needs.

The TaskJuggler Project Management Software

Project Management beyond Gantt Chart Drawing

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TaskJuggler is written in Ruby and should be easily installable and usable on all popular operating systems. It may sound surprising at first, but this software does not need a graphical user interface. A command shell, a plain text editor (no word processor!) and a web browser is all you need for your work.

Features and Highlights

Basic properties.

Manages tasks, resources and accounts of your project
Powerful to-do list management
Detailed reference manual
Simple installation
Runs on all Linux, Unix, Windows, MacOS and several other operating systems
Full integration with Vim text editor

Advanced Scheduling

Automatic resource leveling and tasks conflict resolution
Unlimited number of scenarios (baselines) of the same project for what-if analysis
Flexible working hours and leave management
Support for shift working
Multiple time zone support
Tasks may have initial costs, finishing costs
Resources may have usage based costs
Task and/or resource base cost models
Support for profit/loss analysis
Comprehensive and flexible reports so you can find the information you need when you need it
Powerful filtering functions to provide the right amount of detail to the right audience
Time and status sheet reporting infrastructure
Project tracking and status reporting with dashboard support

Scaling and Enterprise Features

Projects can be combined to larger projects
Support for central resource allocation database
Manages roles and complex reporting lines
Powerful project description language with macro support
Scales well on multi-core or multi-CPU systems
Support for project management teams and revision control systems
Data export to Microsoft Project and Computer Associates Clarity

Web Publishing and Groupware Functions

HTML reports for web publishing
CSV data export for exchange with popular office software
iCalendar export for data exchange with calendar and productivity applications
Built-in web server for dynamic and interactive reports
Server based time sheet system for status and actual work reporting

TaskJuggler 3.7.2 has been released

Reported on 2023-02-25

This release contains some community contributions and the changes to support Ruby 3.0. Thanks a lot for your help!

Happy 20th Anniversary, TaskJuggler!

Reported on 2021-11-30

Exactly 20 years ago, the first TaskJuggler commit was recorded. I'm feeling old now. ;)

TaskJuggler 3.7.1 has been released

Reported on 2020-03-14

This release is collecting the various community contributions that have come in since the 3.6.0 release. Thanks so much for your help! It's mostly minor improvements and several bug fixes.

The website is now served from an AWS S3 bucket

Reported on 2016-11-26

The TaskJuggler website only consists of static HTML pages that are generated via TaskJuggler itself. To provide faster page load times and increased security the website was moved to AWS S3.

TaskJuggler 3.6.0 has been released

Reported on 2016-03-12

Finally we have a new TaskJuggler release. It took way longer to release than it should have. About half of the changes are new features and the other half are bug fixes. Ruby 2.x is now required to use TaskJuggler.

TaskJuggler has moved to a new server

Reported on 2014-12-23

For the past 7 years, the TaskJuggler web site has been hosted on the same server. It was about time to upgrade to more snappy hardware. We also switched the OS version and setup everything from scratch. Please report to the mailing lists in case you see any issues.

TaskJuggler 3.5.0 has been released

Reported on 2013-06-30

This release took a little longer to bake due to a change of jobs on my end. The long wait comes with some long wanted features like hammock tasks. Many error messages were made clearer and are hopefully now more informative. We also made the switch to Ruby 2.0 as recommended Ruby version. 1.9 is still fully supported and even 1.8.7 and later work with some restrictions. [ Read More... ]

TaskJuggler 3.4.0 has been released

Reported on 2012-12-18

TaskJuggler 3.4.0 comes with a bunch of incremental improvements and lots of bug fixes. Almost all of the changes were triggered by bug reports and feature requests from the user community. A big thank you to everybody who contributed patches, bug reports and feedback! [ Read More... ]

TaskJuggler 3.3.0 has been released

Reported on 2012-07-24

With this release, TaskJuggler gains more interoperability with other project management tools. You can now export your scheduled projects in Microsoft Project XML format. [ Read More... ]

TaskJuggler 3.2.0 has been released

Reported on 2012-04-30

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Finding the appropriate software may be a game-changer for any business handling several projects in the ever-expanding project management environment, where precision is vital and communication is critical. However, the prohibitive costs of traditional project management software can pose a significant challenge, particularly for small and large enterprises operating on tight budgets. Thankfully, the rise of open-source project management software has ushered in a new era of accessibility and affordability, leveling the playing field for businesses of all sizes. By 2030, the Open Source Project Management Software market is anticipated to be worth USD 14.1 billion, expanding at a CAGR of 10.7% between 2023 and 2030 .

We’ve curated a list of the top 9 open source project management software options that empower businesses without burdening budgets.

What is Open Source Project Management Software?

Open Source Project Management Software refers to project management tools and applications that are developed and distributed with an open-source license. The term “open source” signifies a collaborative approach to software development, emphasizing transparency, community-driven collaboration, and shared knowledge. Unlike proprietary project management software, where the source code is privately owned and accessible only to the company that created it, open-source software encourages collective contributions and improvements from developers and users worldwide.

Open-source project management software offers several key advantages:

Transparency: The source code is visible to everyone, ensuring transparency in how the software operates. Users can inspect the code to understand its functionality, which fosters trust and accountability.
Customizability: Users can modify the software to suit their specific needs. This flexibility allows companies to tailor the software according to their unique project management requirements, enhancing efficiency and productivity.
Community Collaboration: Open source projects thrive on community contributions. Developers and users can collaborate, report issues, suggest enhancements, and work together to improve the software, leading to rapid development and innovation.
Cost-Effectiveness: Open-source software is typically free to use. This affordability makes it a great option for businesses and organizations, especially those with limited budgets or nonprofit initiatives.
Security: The open nature of the source code permits security vulnerabilities to be identified and fixed promptly by the community, leading to robust and secure software solutions.
Longevity: Open-source projects tend to have a longer lifespan because they are not dependent on a single company. The community can maintain and improve the software even if the original developers move on.

Criteria for Selecting Open-Source Project Management Software

When selecting open-source project management software, it’s crucial to consider several fundamental criteria to ensure that the chosen tool aligns with your specific requirements and objectives. Here are the essential factors to consider:

User-Friendly Interface

A user-friendly interface ensures easy navigation and seamless interaction within the software, allowing team members to collaborate efficiently and effectively without the need for extensive training.

Features and Functionality

Evaluating the software’s features and functionality is essential to ensure it aligns with specific project management needs, offering tools like task management, scheduling, reporting, and collaboration features tailored to the organization’s requirements.

Customization Options

Customization options enable businesses to adapt the software to their unique workflows. This flexibility allows for modifying fields, templates, and workflows, ensuring the software aligns perfectly with specific project processes.

Community Support

A robust user community provides valuable resources such as forums, tutorials, and plugins. Active community support indicates ongoing development and ensures access to knowledge, enhancing the overall user experience and problem-solving capabilities.

Security Measures

Security features like user access controls, encryption, and secure authentication methods safeguard sensitive project data, ensuring confidentiality and protecting against unauthorized access or data breaches.

Licensing and Costs

While open-source software is generally free, businesses should consider associated costs such as support packages or premium features. Assessing licensing terms and overall costs helps understand the financial implications and ensures the chosen software aligns with the budget constraints.

9 Best Open Source Project Management Software

Effective project management is vital in every organization, whether a fledgling startup or a sprawling corporation. It encompasses the meticulous planning, organization, and allocation of resources to attain predefined objectives within stipulated time frames. While many proprietary project management tools flood the market, open-source software is a compelling choice for those seeking free, adaptable, and community-powered solutions. In our evaluation, we have listed the top 9 open-source project management software options, dissecting their features, expenses, and respective advantages and disadvantages.

Asana is a popular, versatile project management tool designed for teams and individuals. It offers task and project management features, allowing users to create to-do lists, set deadlines, allocate tasks, and track progress. Asana’s user-friendly interface and collaborative features make it ideal for managing simple tasks and complex projects.

Key Features

Task Management
Project Planning
Task Dependencies
Integration Capabilities
Workload Management

The free version of Asana accommodates teams with a maximum of 15 members. Asana Premium is priced at $10.99 per user for annual billing and $13.49 for monthly billing. As for Asana Business, the monthly cost is US$24.99 per user for annual subscriptions and $30.49 for monthly subscriptions.

Its user-friendly design ensures easy adoption for teams
Tasks can be tailored with attachments, due dates, and priority levels
Multiple views like list, board, and calendar cater to diverse preferences
Users can set task dependencies, ensuring proper sequencing
Dedicated mobile apps allow efficient management on the go
The free version lacks advanced functionalities, available in paid plans
Mastery of complex features like Timeline might require time
Comprehensive features come at a price in paid plans
Notifications can overwhelm users, especially in larger teams
Document editing options are limited compared to specialized tools

OpenProject

OpenProject is a powerful open-source project management software with many features, including task tracking, team collaboration, and detailed reporting. It allows users to create work packages, manage timelines using Gantt charts , and collaborate with team members. OpenProject’s flexibility and customization options make it suitable for various project management scenarios.

Assists both classic and agile project management
Work package tracking
Reporting and analytics
Time and cost tracking
Task management

OpenProject is freely accessible to the community. For its cloud-based software, there are charges applicable.

Basic : $7.25/month per user
Professional : $13.50/month per user
Premium : $19.50/month per user
Encourages community collaboration and customization
Offers diverse tools for various project needs
Tailor fields and templates to specific project requirements
Includes wikis, forums, and document management for effective communication
Connects with version control systems and project management tools
Extensive features may require time to master
Navigation might be less intuitive for some users
The selection of integrations could be more extensive
Self-hosted versions demand substantial server resources
Regular upkeep could be time-consuming for non-technical users

Bitrix24 is an all-in-one business suite integrating project management with customer relationship management (CRM), communication tools, and collaboration features. It offers task management, document sharing, calendars, and project planning tools. Bitrix24’s comprehensive approach makes it suitable for businesses looking for a unified platform to manage projects and customer interactions.

Task and project management
CRM Integration
Communication Tools
Social Network Integration
Time Tracking and Reporting
Workflow Automation

Bitrix24 offers both a free version and a trial period at no cost. The paid versions of Bitrix24 start at:

Basic : Rs. 1,590
Standard : Rs. 3,990
Professional : Rs. 7,990
Enterprise : Rs. 15,990
Integrates diverse tools for streamlined business operations
Accessible free version caters to small businesses and startups
Offers task assignments, Gantt charts, and progress tracking
Features chat, video conferencing, and social collaboration
Provides time tracking and insightful reporting features
Has a steep learning curve for new users, especially when exploring advanced functionalities
Some advanced functionalities are restricted in the free version
Complex integration with certain third-party applications
Demands significant server resources, potentially challenging for small businesses
Less intuitive interface compared to simpler tools, affecting user experience

Freedcamp is the best cloud-based project management tool that combines task management, file sharing, calendars, and discussions in one platform. It offers a straightforward interface and features like task lists, milestones, and time tracking. Freedcamp is suitable for both personal use and collaborative team projects.

Project collaboration
Customizable templates
Calendar and milestones
Email-in tasks
Kanban board

Freedcamp offers a free version and a free trial period. Freedcamp’s paid version starts at:

Pro : $1.79
Business : $7.49
Enterprise : $16.99
Accessible for small teams and individuals with essential features
Intuitive design ensures quick adoption by team members
Robust tracking, including assignments, due dates, and priority settings
Helps manage deadlines and project events efficiently.
Manage tasks and projects on iOS and Android devices
The free version lacks advanced functionalities
Limited options for seamless connectivity with other applications
Some features may require time to explore
Customer support may not be as comprehensive as premium tools
Limited modifications for personalized user experience

GanttProject

GanttProject is a desktop-based project management tool specializing in Gantt charts, enabling users to create tasks, define dependencies, and visualize project timelines. It is particularly useful for project planning, allowing users to allocate resources, set priorities, and track progress through visual representations.

Manage tasks through Gantt charts
Task dependency management
Generate printable reports and export projects to PDF format
Export and import capabilities
Cross-platform compatibility

Teams comprising two members can use the service for free, while larger teams are charged at a rate of EUR 1 per monthly member.

Freely accessible with collaborative community support
Visualizes project timelines and dependencies efficiently
Ensures correct task sequencing for effective planning
Balances workload among team members for efficient task management
Accessible on Windows, macOS, and Linux
May lack certain advanced functionalities
Requires time to master, especially for new users
Focuses primarily on Gantt charts and tasks
UI might be less intuitive than commercial tools
Relies on community assistance, potentially less immediate

Trello is a visually intuitive project management tool that uses boards, lists, and cards to organize tasks and projects. It provides a simple drag-and-drop interface, making it easy to create tasks, move them between lists, and collaborate with team members. Trello is widely used for its flexibility and adaptability to various project management styles.

Visual task representation
Task categorization system
Real-time team collaboration
Plugin functionality
On-the-go task management

Trello offers a free version and free trial for individuals or teams looking to organize any project. Have a look at the premium version of the plan, which starts at:

Standard : $5 USD
Premium : $10 USD
Enterprise : $17.50 USD
Intuitive design for easy use
Simple card-based system
Enhances real-time team collaboration
Highly customizable boards and cards
Offers various third-party integrations
Best for small to medium projects
Limited task dependency management
Challenges in highly active boards
Certain features are restricted
Privacy concerns with sensitive data

OrangeScrum

OrangeScrum is a comprehensive project management and collaboration tool with features such as task management, resource allocation, time tracking, and document management. It offers both cloud-based and self-hosted options, making it suitable for businesses looking for flexibility in deployment.

Efficient task assignment
Visual project timelines
Seamless team communication
Secure file storage
Problem identification and resolution

OrangeScrum has a free version and a free trial period. The plans start at

Free: No cost for three users
Startup: $8 per month for 10 users
Professional: $40 per month for 11 users
Enterprise: Schedule a call with professionals
Diverse project management features catering to varied needs
Highly adaptable with flexible fields and templates
Efficient allocation for optimal team productivity
Detailed insights aid data-driven decisions
Secure, centralized access to project files
Advanced features might require time to master.
Complex for very small teams
Limited compatibility with specific third-party apps.
Advanced functionalities are restricted in the free version

ProjectLibre

ProjectLibre is an open-source project management software that offers Gantt charts, task management, and resource allocation features. It provides a familiar interface similar to Microsoft Project , making it accessible to users familiar with Microsoft’s project management tools. ProjectLibre is suitable for users who require robust project planning and scheduling capabilities.

Monitoring of milestones
Gantt chart
PERT (Program evaluation and review technique) charts
Agile methodologies
Cost Tracking

ProjectLibre is an Open Source solution available at no cost.

Accessible for free, fostering community collaboration
Visual project planning with Gantt charts
Imports and exports Microsoft Project files
Available on Windows, macOS, and Linux
Efficient allocation for task assignment
Advanced features may require time to learn
Relies on community-driven assistance
Interface might be less intuitive
Fewer integration options available

Tuleap is an open-source application lifecycle management (ALM) tool with project management features. It offers agile development tools, issue tracking, document management, version control, and collaboration features. Tuleap is tailored for software development projects, providing a comprehensive platform for managing every phase of the software development lifecycle.

Built-in risk management system
Test management
Version control
Road map and release management
Issue tracking

Tuleap offers a free version, while its paid version starts at

myTuleap: € 13 per user per month
Premium Cloud: € 26 per user per month (minimum 25 users)
Offers Scrum and Kanban methodologies for flexible management.
Efficient system for task and bug tracking.
Integrated Git/SVN ensures code integrity.
Secure storage with collaborative editing features
Highly adaptable to specific project requirements
Advanced features may require time to master
Might be less intuitive for some users
Resource usage impact, especially for larger projects

Comparative Analysis of Open-Source Project Management Software

Investing in a high-quality project management tool is a strategic choice that holds immense value, regardless of whether you oversee a large-scale enterprise, a small business, or a budding startup. Open source solutions present an attractive proposition, providing not only cost-effectiveness but also a level of transparency and scalability that can significantly impact your workflow efficiency. However, it’s essential to note that the market also offers proprietary products that mirror the features found in open-source alternatives. Ultimately, the decision rests on your specific requirements, budget constraints, and the level of customization and control you seek in managing your projects effectively.

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When it comes to finding the best open-source project management software, it can be hard due to the sheer volume of options available. To help, we have decided to look at five project management tools that we think could provide the solutions you need for your business.

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Did you know that there are open-source project management tools that do everything the best project management software platforms do, but at a fraction of the cost? Many open-source platforms are also more frequently updated and offer more features than proprietary software. To help, we tested dozens of the best open-source project management software available to bring you this roundup.

Key Takeaways: Open-Source Tool List

OpenProject is the best open-source project management tool thanks to a strong feature set, a generous free Community edition and competitive pricing.
Many of these open-source project management solutions offer self-hosted and hosted plans. However, some (such as Redmine) are self-host only, which can be challenging to set up.
All of the open-source project management software options listed here offer free plans, and most offer free trials, too. If you want to take the software for a spin, you can do so without impacting your budget.

We know that open-source software might not be for everyone, but for those that like the idea of using platforms that can be tweaked to their liking and might save them a large chunk of change, the open-source software route is appealing. If you’re looking for free software that can compete with the big guns, read on, because you’ll like what you see here.

If you want some more functionality, you can read our list of the best cheap project management software . If you have a bit more of a budget, you can find out who the big boys are in our ultimate project management software roundup.

What Makes the Best Open-Source Project Management Software?

A project manager needs software to help them plan, organize, track and execute tasks easily. We have looked for the best open-source software options that offer plenty of workflow management tools, team collaboration and admin features, and free and paid plans. Here’s a quick look at the five platforms we’ll be covering in this roundup, including OpenProject, Redmine, Leantime, MeisterTask and Freedcamp.

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OpenProject — One of the most secure project management platforms
Redmine — Powerful management software with unparalleled support
Leantime — User-friendly open-source project management solution
MeisterTask — A highly customizable and attractive solution
Freedcamp — Cloud-based open-source software that’s a joy to use

As you can see, some strong software options for project management meet our open-source software requirements. OpenProject is the most powerful option here. If you’re very tech-savvy, Redmine is another solid choice. Leantime, MeisterTask and Freedcamp are much more user-friendly than the first two but offer slightly less flexibility.

The 5 Best Open-Source Project Management Solutions

We’ve shared our five favorite open-source project management tools. Now, it’s time to show you why you should consider each platform if you’re looking to break away from more mainstream options like monday.com and Asana or even ClickUp (here’s our ClickUp review ) and Wrike (check out our Wrike review ). Let’s take a closer look at each platform.

1. OpenProject

More details about OpenProject:

Pricing : $7.25 per month (one-year plan)
Provider website : openproject.com
Strong tool selection
Exceptional levels of security
Clean & functional interface
Tricky to learn
Few integrations
Strange paid plans

OpenProject is a versatile project management system that’s capable of supporting everything from basic tasks to complex agile methodologies and teams. While the user interface isn’t the prettiest, it’s functional and supports multiple projects. The best part is that this platform can be self-hosted for free or, for a fee, can be hosted on highly secure OpenProject servers.

As mentioned, OpenProject is fantastic for agile project management (with the right plan) thanks to its use of agile boards (kanban boards), easy to use Gantt charts and a robust set of team collaboration tools that include basic chat, wikis and forums, document management, unlimited file uploads (files up to 256MB) and meeting tools. There’s even a native time-tracking tool.

Unfortunately, OpenProject isn’t the easiest project management tool to use, but there are a number of resources, including well-written guides and easy-to-follow videos, that will help you find your way. When it comes to tools for multi-project management, OpenProject is worth a look. You can find out more about the features in our full OpenProject review .

One Overview to Rule Them All

While OpenProject isn’t overloaded with many reports for managers to get stuck in, the software provides a work area where managers can see important information at a glance and analyze project progress.

OpenProject’s overview can be customized to your liking. You can add widgets for the Gantt chart, track milestones and time worked, and view your calendar in one place. It’s an incredibly powerful reporting and task management tool that project managers frequently use. The overview tool lets you see exactly where you and your team stand in seconds.

Regarding plans, the free Community edition allows unlimited users and projects, but removes advanced tools and offers limited support. The Basic $7.25 per user per month plan adds an enterprise add-on (advanced tools) and comes with best-effort community support, OpenProject email support and enterprise-grade security. The $13.50 per user per month Professional plan adds phone support and access to the ticketing system.

The Premium plan, at $19.50 per user per month, adds remote support and faster incident response times. Finally, the scalable Corporate plan adds on-site support, a dedicated engineer and customer support for installed integrations. It’s worth noting that each plan offers incident response times that get faster as you move up through the plans. Overall, OpenProject is a solid platform.

Minimum users: 5 Prices per user
Minimum users: 25 Prices per user
Minimum users: 100 Prices per user
Minimum users: 250

More details about Redmine:

Pricing : Free
Provider website : redmine.org
Free to use
Very versatile
Great plugin support
Dated user interface
Ridiculously hard to install
Steep learning curve

If you’re looking for powerful, robust open-source project management software, you must look at Redmine. However, know that to get this self-hosted tool working, you need to be tech-savvy or will need an IT department to get it working for you, as the installation is anything but straightforward. You can find out about installation and more in our Redmine review .

On the surface, Redmine looks like a very basic — and dated — project management tool. However, after you spend time with it, you’ll find that the software, which is ideal for software development teams, is powerful and can be used for project management, bug tracking and more. However, be prepared to spend time in the support forums, as the learning curve is steep.

Redmine supports unlimited projects and users, and features a simple Gantt chart, calendar and overview tools. There are wikis for each project you create and support for file sharing, resource management and project news. As for security and privacy , it’s only going to be as good as your servers, so make sure your firewalls are strong.

The Power of Plugins

Redmine is quite basic in terms of features. Still, because the source code is available, anyone can create open-source tools (integrations) for it, and wow, are there a ton of plugins (1,097 at the time of writing) that your entire organization can use.

In the plugin directory, you’ll find support for resource management and communication tools, dashboards, CRM, budgeting and cost management solutions, workflow tools that will help you support numerous projects, support for file storage and more. You can make Redmine anything you want it to be, making it an insanely versatile piece of open-source project management software.

If you can overcome the challenging installation process, Redmine will be a fantastic tool for you and your team. You can assign tasks, manage projects, perform bug tracking and complete jobs with ease. The best part is that Redmine is completely free . While Redmine doesn’t make our roundup of the best free project management software , it’s still a great choice.

3. Leantime

More details about Leantime:

Pricing : $7 per user per month (first user free)
Provider website : leantime.io
Fantastic user interface
Easy to pick up & use
Lots of tools
Limited free plan
Not many integrations
Simple but confusing plans

Leantime takes the third spot on our list of open-source project management software thanks to its delightful user interface, which many other visual project planning tools could learn from, and easy-to-use task management tools such as milestones, reports, time tracking and integrations.

Leantime offers several views, which include kanban boards, lists and Gantt charts. These tools make it easy to set project deadlines, track progress, create subtasks and dependencies, and see completed projects. There are also project dashboards that display vital information. From a security standpoint, you’ll find two-factor authentication with hosted memberships.

We have discovered that the Leantime team is very receptive to ideas and frequently implements suggestions from the user base into beta versions of the software, and that the support forums are buzzing overall. All the free tools and other features combine to make Leantime easy-to-use project management software .

Easy-Peasy Team Collaboration

Team collaboration features steal the Leantime show. Managers and team members can come together to work on project blueprints that can help design a project. Discussions can be had via an idea board (or idea kanban board), and a retrospective board allows teams to discuss what went well and which ideas failed during a project.

The software also makes chatting and sharing files through task cards easy. Thanks to the bright interface and intuitive menus, the team collaboration tools are as easy to use as the rest of the software. If you’re looking for task management software that encourages open dialogue, Leantime could be the choice for you.

Regarding plans, you can host Leantime on your server for free, or you can choose from free and paid hosted plans. The free Solopreneur plan offers unlimited projects for one user. The One Project Wonder plan allows one project and unlimited users. Costing $7 per user per month (first user free) is The Team plan, which comes with unlimited project support. Learn more on our Leantime review .

4. MeisterTask

More details about MeisterTask:

Pricing : $14.49 per user per month
Provider website : meistertask.com
Attractive user interface
Many tools & dedicated apps
Incredibly easy to use
Paid plans are a little pricey
Cannot be self-hosted

MeisterTask is open-source software with an incredibly attractive user interface. The views are bold and colorful, with large text that’s easy to read. The biggest downsides are that this software cannot be self-hosted and that the free plan, while suitable for individuals, lacks features. However, MeisterTask is much more than just a pretty face.

You’ll feel at home if you like kanban boards and Gantt charts. All the plans allow an unlimited number of tasks. The Basic plan only allows three projects, but the paid plans offer unlimited projects. Email support, dedicated apps, time tracking and team collaboration tools come as standard. You can upload files (20MB with the Basic plan and 200MB otherwise) to your projects, too.

If you like integrations, you’ll be happy knowing that from the Pro plan, you can integrate with Slack, GitHub, Google and many others with Zapier. Depending on your plan, there are also automations, reports, private projects, and advanced admin and security features. Whether you need help tracking simple projects or want to utilize scrum methodology, MeisterTask can do it.

MeisterTask Can Go Anywhere

Out of all the open-source software options we have covered in this list, MeisterTask is the only platform to offer native Windows and macOS apps, as well as apps for iPhones, Android devices and even the Apple Watch. MeisterTask didn’t make our list of the best project management for Windows , but it has done a nice job with all of its apps.

Whether you prefer to work outside a web browser or just want to access your projects and teams from the road, you can. The desktop applications work the same as the web version and have all the same features. The mobile applications offer a little less, but you can still perform essential project management duties with them. It’s nice to have the options.

Regarding pricing, MeisterTask offers three tiers outside of the Basic (free) plan. When paid annually, the Pro plan costs $14.49 per user per month. The Business plan comes in at $26.49 per user per month, which makes it more expensive than Asana (be sure to read our Asana review ). There’s an Enterprise option too, but you must contact MeisterTask for pricing.

Overall, MeisterTask is as wonderful to use for project management as it is to look at. All the core features project managers need can be found in this software, and they’re all easy to use. You’ll be up and running in no time. If you’d like to learn more about the software, check out our full MeisterTask review .

5. Freedcamp

More details about Freedcamp:

Pricing : $1.49 per month (one-year plan)
Provider website : freedcamp.com
Easy to master
Lots of workflow tools
Very competitive pricing
Big price jumps betwixt plans
Comparatively weak free plan

Despite being in fifth place, Freedcamp isn’t just here to make up the numbers. The only reason Freedcamp sits in fifth place is that, out of all the open-source PM software we have covered, its free plan is a little sparse. However, overall, Freedcamp is a joy to use and is feature-packed.

Depending on your plan, Freedcamp gives you access to kanban boards, Gantt charts, tables (spreadsheets) and task lists. There are team collaboration and time-tracking tools, as well as milestone support. You’ll also variably get access to project management tools such as wikis, integrations, invoicing tools and more.

Unlike many other open-source project management systems, Freedcamp has a user-friendly interface that’s easy to navigate and interact with. Still, should you become stuck, the well-written guides and helpful tutorial videos in the knowledgebase will help you complete your project successfully. Freedcamp also offers a nice suite of security features.

Integrations Galore

While many of the more popular native integrations with apps like Google Drive, Dropbox and OneDrive hide behind the Freedcamp paid tiers, the core version of Freedcamp is compatible with the Zapier platform , which allows users to integrate one platform with others and create automations.

Zapier is compatible with over 5,000 different platforms, so, should you need project management features that aren’t present in the free version of Freedcamp, chances are you can integrate them. This means you’ll be able to easily calculate project costs, manage resource allocation, perform timekeeping and scheduling, and manage projects in general.

Freedcamp’s free plan offers unlimited projects, tasks, storage and users, 10MB uploads and standard customer service. The Pro plan adds task management features and 25MB uploads, and costs $1.49 per user per month when paid annually. The Business plan adds premium support and costs $7.49 per user per month, per annum.

Finally, the Enterprise plan, with bigger upload limits, costs $16.99 per month when paid annually. Overall, Freedcamp, which comes into its own with its paid plans, is a solid alternative to the likes of Wrike, Asana and ClickUp. Read our full Freedcamp review for all the details.

Unlimited users, Unlimited projects, Basic functions
Price per user, Storage integration, Table view
Price per user, Templates, Gantt charts, Custom fields
Price per user, Security options, 14-day trial

Final Thoughts

There are good open-source options if you want to bypass the proprietary software that many companies use to help them plan their projects. Of all the options, you can’t do much better than OpenProject . This software is loaded with features, and once you get to grips with it, you’ll see just how potent it is. Still, the other options on this list are well worth looking at, too.

Are you a project manager who likes using open-source software? What do you like about open-source project management software? Have you tried any of the options we have listed above, or do you have any others you’d like to recommend? Please, let us know in the comments. Thank you so much for reading.

OpenProject is the best open-source project management software. Once you learn the ins and outs and get used to it, you’ll find that the project management tool is robust, versatile and very competitive when it comes to pricing. The Community (free) edition of the platform is strong, too.

Surprisingly, Google does not offer project management software.

Overall, monday.com is the best project management software thanks to a robust set of tools and a feature-dense and affordable Standard plan.

Microsoft does not offer a free version of MS Project, though there are affordable plans for individual users.

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In this buyers’ guide, we’ve gathered 10 of the best open-source project management solutions, covering their key differentiators, any other important features, pros and cons, and pricing. Read on to find an open-source project tool that will work for you.

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Using open-source project management software is the surest way to give your project teams as much customizability and flexibility as they need. With the open-source code that provides the foundation for this type of software, users can benefit from custom project, task, team, and resource management solutions.

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OpenProject: Best Overall

OpenProject provides its users with a project management tool that can be used for classic, agile, or hybrid open-source project management. With an open-source license under GNU GPL v3, the software gives users the freedom to run, share, study, and modify their version of the software with flexibility. Users even have the option to install the software on-premises within their infrastructure, giving them full control and ownership of their data.

This web-based project management tool provides access and easy sharing of information to all team members. It also has robust project planning and scheduling, project portfolio management, time tracking, and custom workflows.

Aside from the Community edition, a self-hosted on-premises edition and an OpenProject-hosted cloud edition are available, with tiered pricing options and advanced capabilities like Agile boards, SSO, intelligent workflows, and additional security features.

Example of OpenProject’s user interface.

Key Features

Project portfolio management: PPM features include project hierarchies, custom project fields, reports, templates, and the project overview page.
Agile, scrum, and kanban features: Alongside a work breakdown structure, several boards are available for Agile project management, including status, team, version, subproject, and task boards. Story Points is a unique Agile feature that helps teams calculate individual and overall effort for project sprints.
Project scheduling and time tracking: Features include both automatic and manual scheduling modes, date alerts, log management, custom time reports, labor and unit cost management, cost reporting, and budgeting.

Pros & Cons

User experience: Intuitive and user-friendly interface.
Variety of features: Advanced features are available for Agile project management and budget management.
Customizable details: Customizable work packages make it easier to add granular detail to project tasks and subtasks.
Storage options: Storage requirements may be too much for some businesses.
On-site hosting: The Premium and Corporate versions of this tool are only available on-premises.
Pricing: This tool can quickly get expensive if you require more features and/or more user seats.

Why We Picked OpenProject

Comprehensive features are available in the free plan with no minimum user requirements. Many features are available across the board to customize OpenProject to specific teams’ needs, with email features for marketing and sales teams, Agile and Scrum features for developers, and OpenProject BIM for construction and architecture teams. Some of its advanced features that differentiate it from other open source solutions include advanced task and dependency management capabilities, project portfolio management, and product roadmap and release planning support. Special rates are also available for educational institutions and NGOs.

Read more: Compare OpenProject vs. Wrike here

Best for Lean Project Management

Leantime is an open-source project management system that can work for teams of all sizes but is best for small teams and startups. The software provides tools for idea management, strategy development, roadmap planning, and task management. It also includes an idea manager that enables users to store ideas, communicate them with team members, and move from idea to validation without confusing early ideas with established project tasks and goals.

Leantime also has planning tools with roadmaps for tracking milestones, calendars for setting meetings and timelines, and a backlog for breaking tasks into smaller subtasks. Other features include report screens, project dashboards, a timesheet manager, to-do lists, white labeling, and multiple user roles.

While Leantime offers comprehensive features to its users, it relies on a lean project management methodology and focuses on making its user interface organized and streamlined enough so no one loses focus. Leantime specifically differentiates itself by advertising to and creating solutions for individuals with dyslexia, ADHD, ADD, and other unique accessibility requirements.

Example of Leantime’s project Blueprint’s feature.

Task management: Task management features include subtask management, dependency management, and various project, milestone, and goal views.
People-driven management processes: Features include client management, role-specific management, timesheets, and retrospectives to better determine performance goals in the future.
Documentation options: The ideas feature can be used to track and store pre-project and nascent ideas without cluttering up workspace; the Docs feature allows users to embed external documents or build internal documents, depending on preference.
Roadmap feature: Leantime’s roadmap offers transparent information to users about the direction in which the product is heading.
Post-project reflection: Retrospectives feature offers a unique opportunity for teams to strategically discuss and reflect on past project performance.
User experience: The visual interface makes milestone and goal-tracking more intuitive.
Mobile options: No mobile app version is available.
Collaboration limitations: Limited communication and chat capabilities are built in.
Customization options: Some features lack the detail and customization that users might require.

Why We Picked Leantime

The simplistic and intentional design of Leantime has proven that it helps users focus on the task(s) at hand. It’s also one of the only tools that caters its features to support accessibility for users with ADD, ADHD, and dyslexia. It also has many creative elements, including design-thinking-driven elements, strong visualizations, and in-app video recording, that make it a great option for creative and design teams that want a customizable open-source option for project management. Finally, Leantime offers a compelling vendor roadmap with coming soon features that include task gamification, AI-driven project management, and more.

Read our review of Leantime

Best for Jira Users

Fast-moving Agile teams need a solution that can meet the needs of a highly technical team, from product roadmaps to sprint-supporting features and issue management. While many Agile teams have historically preferred Jira, the per-user price model and the intense learning curve can turn away many users. Plane offers a better middle ground for technical teams that need Agile support with a free price tag and a thoughtfully designed interface.

Example of the automated setup process in Plane.

Data Import Options: Cloud-version users can migrate existing data directly from their previous platform into Plane (such as Jira).
Customizable Project Cycles: Agile teams can use the Cycles feature to predetermine a time period for completing backlog items and tasks.
Analytics & Insights: The Frameworks feature enables teams to dive into deeper data insights through burn-down charts, estimates, and more.

Pros and Cons

User-friendliness: Plane is extremely user-friendly, with an intuitive interface and an automated walkthrough process for new users.
Customization options: Users are able to tailor their experience with Plane through numerous customization features and settings.
Support for various frameworks: Project views, settings, and styles are flexible to fit the needs of various teams, from Scrum teams to Waterfall teams and everything in between.
Data migration limitations: Only cloud-based users can directly migrate data into Plane, self-hosted users cannot.
Lack of transparent pricing: It’s unclear if Plane offers paid plans or will shortly. According to their website, as of February 2024, they’re “still tinkering” with plans.
Developing features: Because Plane is a relatively new software, some features are still in development or awaiting updates, such as integration and data migration options for self-hosted users.

Why We Picked Plane

Plane is a stand-out open-source solution for teams with diverse needs, especially users who are fans of Jira’s flexibility. While paid plans may be made available down the line, Plane’s current free-forever base plan offers a wide range of features to fit the needs of technical teams and more traditional business teams.

Best for bug and issue tracking

Orangescrum Open Source is a simple open-source project management and task management solution for teams that focus on bug and issue-tracking management. It enables users to organize all information in one place with clarity on progress, allowing team members to assign, manage, and evaluate the progress of all their tasks. It includes subtasks, groups, sprints, Kanban and Scrum boards, custom labels and types, and task linking among its many features.

Orangescrum also offers user role management, a built-in time tracker, a resource utilization tool, Gantt charts, project templates, and reports, but where it really shines is in its core focus area: bug and issue tracking. Its bug and issue tracking features include centralized bug listings, custom value fields for bug origin and other bug classifications, defect trend charts, an open defects aging report, and granular issue classification.

Orangescrum’s mobile application interface.

Time and resource management: Tasks can be assigned based on specific roles and individual teammate’s availability.
Budgeting and finance management: Reporting, dashboards, and monitoring of resource costs and project expenses are included with Orangescrum Open Source.
Cybersecurity management: Security features include SSO and role-based access controls, as well as the self-hosted ability to make security customizations on your own.
Free forever: This tool is always free, so long as you stick to the open source version of Orangescrum.
Support options: Users can get support and ideas and make contributions to Orangescrum Open Source through Google Forum, Docker, and/or GitHub.
Visual design: Many users compliment the visual design of this tool.
Customization demands: Few features are ready to be used out of the box; this is a version of Orangescrum that will require a lot of customization and patience.
Hard to understand: Documentation has some linguistic fluency issues that can make it difficult to understand.
Bugs and lags: The user interface is occasionally buggy.

Why We Picked Orangescrum Open Source

Orangescrum Open Source is a straightforward open source solution with strong bug and issue tracking features. Its compatibility with the other versions of Orangescrum, including Orangescrum CRM, make this a highly scalable tool and a great option for teams that aren’t sure if they want to commit to an open source solution or not. Orangescrum offers particularly robust support for teams that move from Orangescrum Open Source to Orangescrum Cloud. Additionally, advanced security features are natively available without too many customizations required.

Read our Orangescrum review

Best Usability and Interface

It’s no secret that many open-source project management systems aren’t exactly user-friendly. MeisterTask gives users the flexibility and personalization options of an open-source project management platform with an appealing and easy-to-user interface on par with some of the best traditional project management solutions. Individual user checklists, multiple project views, and a convenient mobile app are just a few of the top features that make MeisterTask stand out as a top open-source platform.

Built-In Time Tracking: MeisterTask includes built-in time tracking to manage resources and easily track team performance.
Subtasks and Multiple Checklists: Organizing tasks are made easier by subtasks, task dependencies, and the ability to add multiple subtask checklists.
Flexible Content Blocks: Users have the flexibility to add plain text, files, embeds, headings, and more within projects and tasks using blocks.
Minimal learning curve: Compared to other open-source solutions, MeisterTask is easy to use and comprehend, even if you’re a beginner.
Advanced privacy controls: MeisterTask gives users detailed control over privacy settings and access limitations.
Individual checklists: Individual users can access personalized task checklists from the homepage—a unique feature that helps separate overall project tasks from individual responsibilities.
No self-hosting: MeisterTask cannot be self-hosted, unlike many other open-source solutions.
Expensive paid plans: The paid plan options offered are notably more expensive than other options.
Limited advanced features: Compared to other open-source platforms, MeisterTask’s advanced features, such as reporting and analytics, are limited.

Why We Picked MeisterTask

One of the biggest barriers that prevent users from branching into the world of open source project management software is usability. MeisterTask is approachable and appropriate for new users while packing in all of the granular customization options and privacy settings users expect from an open-source platform. In addition to stellar us

Best for User Support Resources

Based on a Ruby on Rails framework, Redmine’s an open source project management web app supports multiple projects with Gantt chart and calendar views, multiple databases, and role-based access control. It also supports multiple LDAP authentication from a directory server, like MS Active Directory.

In addition to the features covered above, Redmine offers built-in time tracking and allows the customization of fields for issues, time entries, projects, and users. It supports issue creation by email and integrates with several SCM tools like SVN, CVS, and Git.

One of the main reasons users select Redmine is its extensive collection of customer support resources. An extensive wiki, a user’s and developer’s guide, an FAQ, Redmine forums, a chatroom, and an unofficial Slack workspace are all available, giving users multiple options for self-service problem-solving. If a problem moves beyond the skillsets or knowledge of your team, users still have the option to submit bug reports, patch requests, and feature requests.

Example of the project completion tracker in Redmine.

Document and communication management: Features include news management, documents management, files management, feeds, and email notifications.
Security and administrative controls: Features and resources include multiple LDAP authentication support, role-based access controls, and security advisories.
Software change management: SCM features are available for SVN, CVS, Git, Mercurial, and Bazaar.
Easy navigation: The Wiki, Forums, and Repository features are all comprehensive and easy to navigate.
Product updates: The vendor’s roadmap for future iterations of the tool is very transparent.
Support options: Various forms of self-service and forum-driven support are available to users.
Limited customization: Custom fields may not be as granular as custom fields in other tools.
Self service support: Limited vendor-driven, hands-on support is available; most support is designed to be for self service.
Budgeting capabilities: Limited project budgeting features are available.

Why We Picked Redmine

Extensive documentation, forums, and self-help options are available to Redmine users. The Redmine roadmap is very transparent and shows how the vendor is constantly working out bugs and fleshing out new ideas for the tool. Users also have the option to contribute to the tool and do not have to have software development experience to do so.

Tuleap: Best for Agile and DevOps Teams

Tuleap is an all-in-one open source project management and software development tool for Agile and DevOps teams. It increases the collaboration of multi-functional teams so they can continuously deliver valuable and compliant software. Some of its key differentiators for Agile and DevOps include test management, Gerrit and Jenkins connectors, Git Enterprise, and business continuity and disaster recovery.

Tuleap is modular software with tools for project management, code versioning, code review, continuous integration, test management, document management, requirements baselining, issue tracking, and product management. It provides both a Scrum tool for managing product backlogs, plan releases, and metrics and a customizable Kanban tool that displays updates automatically.

Example of Tuleap’s interface.

Test management: Users can manage both automated and manual tests, define test cases, split tests into smaller steps, create campaigns, set up Test Plan strategies, create validation campaigns, group test cases, and export test results.
Requirement and baseline management: Features include advanced workflows for custom requirements and processes, test case generation based on requirements, and Tuleap Baseline for snapshots and reviewable release scopes.
Tuleap Document Manager: Document features include built-in approval workflows, document history, role-based access controls, versioning, and notifications.
Variety of integrations: Native integrations and features are available for various code and software development tools, including Jenkins, Gerrit, and Git Enterprise.
DevOps features: Offers many comparable code and developer management features to Jira, including Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, and hybrid strategies and features.
Monthly updates: Tuleap is updated monthly, so users can gain access to new features and fixes to potential problems on a regular basis.
Limited functions by plan: The Community Edition of this tool has limited customer support, security, flexibility, and other advanced features.
Doc support: Document management features could use some upgrades.
Limited admin controls: Limited ability for administrators to assign or limit roles, responsibilities, and access in the tool.

Why We Picked Tuleap

Tuleap offers a similar design and feature set to developer-driven project management tools like Jira. However, its customizable and flexible format actually makes it a better choice for teams that need more test management, document management, and CI/CD features that they can fit to their requirements. The platform also offers a stronger disaster recovery and business continuity approach than most open source competitors. Finally, it’s easy to switch back and forth between Community Edition and paid editions of Tuleap, so teams can easily scale their features up and down whenever needed.

Odoo: Best for Marketing and Sales Teams

Odoo is a suite of open source business applications that can be used for a variety of business operations and tasks across finance, sales, human resources, marketing, website management, productivity, inventory management, and services like project management. Alone, Odoo’s Agile Project Management app is free to use and includes features like task management, document sharing, graphs and visualizations, and project forecasting.

The Agile Project Management app by itself is pretty simple, however, it’s a great option for teams that want to more seamlessly integrate project management tools with their other business software. It’s a particularly strong option for sales and marketing agencies and teams that want to more effectively manage their digital marketing, marketing automation, point of sale, and customer experience tasks by integrating Odoo Agile Project Management with Odoo’s many sales and marketing apps.

Example of task tracking features within Odoo, with progress tracking.

Availability-driven project scheduling: Team members can be scheduled on projects based on their availability and holiday schedules.
Communication tools: Users can attach notes and files to project tasks, use a shared notepad, or communicate through a live chat while using Odoo.
Graphs and visualizations: Project-level and task-level visualizations are available to Odoo Agile Project Management users; users can filter, group, and search through their data to create visualizations that make sense.
Generous free plan: Unlimited hosting, support, and maintenance are available in all Odoo plans – including the free plan.
Intuitive interface: Users can easily set up and learn to use Odoo without excessive onboarding.
Integration options: Users can access a full suite of well-integrated business apps from one vendor when using Odoo.
Pricing: Paid plans can get expensive quickly and the per-app pricing model is confusing to understand.
App navigation: Switching back and forth between Odoo Online and Odoo Enterprise can be challenging.
Support problems: Numerous users have reported issues with customer support responsiveness and helpfulness.

Why We Picked Odoo

On its own, Odoo isn’t necessarily the best open source project management solution, but it is one of the best for native integrations with other open-source business tools. E-commerce, marketing, sales, supply chain, and a variety of other teams can benefit from this suite of software that incorporates project management with other useful apps.

ZenTao: Best for Application Lifecycle Management

ZenTao is an open source tool that is primarily used for Scrum and Kanban project management. The tool is also compatible with waterfall frameworks and can be customized to meet the specific needs of your team or methodology. Although the solution is primarily accessible through the ZenTao mobile app, users can also take advantage of the desktop integration for ZenTao Desktop, using this version to continue editing your setup and keep track of notifications.

ZenTao is one of the best options available for application lifecycle management, offering a variety of robust and highly visual features to keep track of products and sprints. The Story/Plan feature and Release/Roadmap feature in particular help to keep everyone on the same page with visual representations of project progress. Other key differentiators from ZenTao include attendance management, source code management, and server room and network topology management.

Example of the ZenTao dashboard with overview widgets.

Product and feedback management: Features include Story/Plan, Release/Roadmap, feedback on stories and bugs, and reply feedback.
Sprint management: Features are available to manage at a task, team, and build level; burndown and Kanban visualizations help with sprint performance and time tracking.
Source code management: Features include integration with Git and SVN, the ability to review and comment on code online, and links to stories, tasks, and bugs.
Generous features: A variety of program, product and project management features are available in all ZenTao plans.
Wholistic project lifecycle support: Release, roadmap, and feedback management features make it possible for teams to manage each step of the application lifecycle effectively.
Operations management support: OPS management features are available to manage servers, server rooms, and network topology.
Limited views by plan type: Certain project-level views and reports are not available except for in the highest tier plan.
Expensive pricing: Per-user pricing for paid self-hosted plans can get expensive quickly; having unlimited users on paid plans is also incredibly expensive.
Confusing pricing: In general, ZenTao’s pricing and packages are confusing to work with.

Why We Picked ZenTao

ZenTao provides comprehensive application lifecycle management features to its users, making it possible for them to manage the most granular details of product development and release roadmaps. The software integrates with Git, SVN, and SonarQube, furthering its capabilities when it comes to product development and release. ZenTao also offers users strong visualization options, including burndown charts.

WeKan: Best for Security Features

WeKan is a free open source project management solution that is almost solely designed for Kanban project management. It is licensed under the MIT license, translated into more than 70 languages, and available for a variety of operating systems and CPU platforms. WeKan’s team strongly encourages users to take advantage of one-click installation and self-host the tool on their own computers and servers.

While WeKan is one of the most limited in functionality on this list, it provides users with an effective and easy-to-use Kanban solution. The platform also integrates with many third-party tools and can be customized extensively, so users have the option to add more features as they go.

But what really makes WeKan stand out is its commitment to top-tier security. Users have the ability to disable public boards, WeKan provides transparent security disclosures, and password hashing is also available. WeKan customers have the option to select either Standalone WeKan Security or Sandstorm Wekan Security, depending on their specific requirements. Additionally, users can report security issues in a secure manner, using WeKan’s PGP public key rather than creating a GitHub issue.

Example of the Kanban style layout within WeKan.

Kanban design: With WeKan’s approach to Kanban, users can access boards with columns, drag-and-drop cards, and customizable labels.
Burndown charts: WeKan offers a Python burndown chart, a burndown chart Chrome extension, and velocity chart options.
Swimlanes: To better differentiate individual tasks, WeKan offers the Swimlanes view and allows users to rename, reorder, and archive their swimlanes as needed.
Easy installation: One-click installation is available for a variety of platforms.
Permission settings: Board-level and user-level access permissions can be set up by administrators; a number of other advanced security features are also available.
Easy usability: Simple drag-and-drop functionality makes this an easy tool to use.
Limited functionality: WeKan may offer functionality that is too simple or limited for most users.
View limitations: View types are limited and the empahsis on Kanban capabilities is significant which may make WeKan a poor choice for teams with diverse needs.
Data recovery: WeKan does not offer an undo feature if bugs, updates, or other unexpected issues delete your data.

Why We Picked WeKan

It’s hard to get simpler than WeKan, especially if you’re looking for Kanban features. The visual components of this tool are clean and easy to use, and much of the tool relies on drag-and-drop and one-click functionality, etc. Despite its simplicity, WeKan still presents users with a useful tool through an effective UX/UI design, strong security and administrative controls, and a transparent product roadmap.

Methodology

We reviewed 30 open-source project management tools to create this buyers’ guide. The tools were evaluated on the following criteria:

Levels of customizability
User experience
General ease of use
Versatility for different departments and project team types
Security features
Affordability
User support resources

This evaluation was completed through a combination of hands-on product testing, reviews of product documentation from each vendor, and a thorough reading of customer reviews across multiple aggregate review sites.

What Are the Key Features of Open Source Project Management Software?

When looking for the right open source project management software for your business, make sure you look at solutions that offer these key features:

Source code documentation and availability : With source code documentation, developers on your team can see how the tool is currently set up and determine what changes they want to make and what changes are possible for your own version of the tool. Bonus points if you find a tool that securely stores this information and any changes you make.
Resource management and time tracking : A number of closed source project management solutions offer resource management and time tracking for an added fee, but if you find the right open source solution, these features are available for free through some customization on your part. With resource management and time tracking, your team can more easily measure performance and time spent across your entire project portfolio, leading to better and more efficient outcomes.
Collaboration and communication features : Many open source project management solutions natively offer the ability to leave comments on project line items, documents, and more. Others include live chat and/or third-party integrations with communication tools.
Various project views and customizability : While some open source project management solutions don’t have as many view options as closed source software, they usually have a handful of customizable views that are designed with developer needs in mind. Common project views in open source project management software include Kanban, Gantt, and calendar views.
Project scheduling and task management : Task and subtask-level management features allow your team to get into the details of a project, scheduling both big picture goals and individual responsibilities and milestones that will get you there.

What Are the Key Benefits of Open Source Project Management Software?

Using open source project management software can introduce a number of benefits into your project management workflow, but these are the top three benefits that come from implementing open source project management software:

Increased customization options: With access to the PM too’s source code and documentation, your team is given transparent information about what they can do to customize the tool. Many open source solutions can be deployed either in the cloud or on-premises, as well as across a variety of operating systems; this flexibility makes it so you can use open source tools whenever, wherever, and however works best for your team.
Affordability : Most open source project management solutions are available in a free plan, or at least through a free trial option. Even paid versions of open source PM software tend to be reasonably priced and lower than most closed source alternatives.
Strong community support network: Although most open source tools don’t have as much dedicated hands-on support offered by vendors, they have a strong collaborative approach to support that works well for the right user. Community forums, group chats, wikis, and collaborative coding options make it so your team can teach and learn from other users of the tool.

Open source project management software is project management software that any user can modify, inspect, enhance, and share with others thanks to its publicly accessible design. The “source” in open source software refers to the portion of software that users don’t typically access, but it’s how programmers can edit software to make edits and customizations.

There are a number of reasons to consider open source project management solutions, from an increased level of control over the software, to learning how to become a better programmer , increasing application security , and more.

Much like traditional project management software, different software offerings cater to different project management methodologies. While many open source project management solutions cater to the needs of technical teams, typically using the Scrum methodology, there are numerous options that cater to Agile and Waterfall teams.

One of the main reasons some users prefer using open source project management solutions is due to an increased level of control over the security of the application. Because users can view and modify the code of the software, it’s easier to identify potential security risks and customize the settings to enhance security.

How to Research Open Source Project Management Solutions

For users who are exploring open source project management software for the first time, it can be intimidating to find reliable information and reviews of the solutions available on the market, as open source software can be an incredibly niche topic that lacks the type of mainstream coverage that traditional project management solutions have. In order to properly evaluate the options available yourself, consider exploring sites, such as Reddit or Github, to read user reviews directly.

How to Choose the Best Open Source Project Management Solution

Choosing the best open source project management solution can be tricky, especially since there are so many options that suit teams of different sizes and industrial backgrounds. And while open source project management software tends to be affordable, users who do not effectively research their options may end up with a tool that doesn’t meet all of their requirements or costs too much to scale.

If your company prioritizes free software options, choose Redmine, Leantime, or ZenTao. These tools are not only free but also offer comprehensive features in their free plan versions. Additionally, many of these plans give access to unlimited users for unlimited projects at little to no cost.

If your company prioritizes a smooth user experience, choose Plane, ProjectLibre, Orangescrum Open Source, or OpenProject. Reviewers of these tools frequently talk about their ease of use and even compare them to popular closed source solutions like Jira and Microsoft Project.

Regardless of where your priorities lie when selecting open source project management software, be sure to do your own hands-on research of these tools, especially the ones that offer free versions or trials. You and your team can make a more informed purchasing decision once you’ve had the opportunity to get familiar with a few different open source software platforms.

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Opensource.com has surveyed the landscape of popular open source project management tools. We've done this before—but this time we've added a twist. This time, we're looking specifically at tools that support agile methodology, including related practices such as Scrum , Lean, and Kanban.

The growth of interest in and use of agile is why we've decided to focus on these types of tools this year. A majority of organizations say they are using agile approaches at least sometimes. In addition, agile projects are 28% more successful than projects managed with traditional approaches.

For this roundup, we looked at the project management tools we covered in 2014 , 2015 , and 2016 and plucked the ones that support agile, then did research to uncover any additions or changes. Whether your organization is already using agile or is one of the many planning to adopt agile approaches, one of these seven open source project management tools, in no particular order, may be exactly what you're looking for.

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MyCollab is a suite of three collaboration modules for small and midsize businesses: project management, customer relationship management (CRM), and document creation and editing software. There are two licensing options: a commercial "ultimate" edition, which is faster and can be run on-premises or in the cloud, and the open source "community edition," which is the version we're interested in here.

The community edition doesn't have a cloud option and is slower, due to not using query cache, but provides essential project management features, including tasks, issues management, activity stream, roadmap view, and a Kanban board for agile teams. While it doesn't have a separate mobile app, it works on mobile devices as well as Linux, Unix, Windows, and MacOS.

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The source code for the latest version of MyCollab is available on GitHub . It is licensed under AGPLv3 and requires a Java runtime and MySQL stack to operate. It's available for download for Linux, Unix, Windows, and MacOS.

OpenProject

OpenProject is a powerful open source project management tool that is notable for its ease of use and rich project management and team collaboration features.

Its modules support project planning, scheduling, roadmap and release planning, time tracking, cost reporting, budgeting, bug tracking, and agile and Scrum. Its agile features, including creating stories, prioritizing sprints, and tracking tasks, are integrated with OpenProject's other modules. OpenProject also offers options for paid hosting and support with an enterprise edition that adds features such as custom branding, easy Single Sign-On (SSO), additional metadata, and several UX conveniences.

OpenProject is licensed under GPLv3 with source code available on GitHub . Helpful documentation is available for developers at OpenProject.org/development , or you can learn more about installing and configuring it in Birthe Lindenthal's article " Getting started with OpenProject ."

Phabricator

Phabricator is a collection of web apps by Phacility , and it contains far more tasks than the project advertises in its sales pitch. It's unusual for a company to intentionally under sell their product, but that's Phacility's model, but don't be fooled by their modesty. There's Manifest for bug and issue tracking, Projects for Kanban workboards, Diffusion for Git hosting, Phame for blogging, the Phriction wiki, Harbormaster for CI/CD, Conpherence for team chat, and much much more. Everything is intregrated, so there's no "rewiring" required to make your Kanban board affect your bug tracker. There's a dashboard for all of the data, too, so tracking progress can happen at every level.

Phabricator is used by many active projects, including some big KDE applications, like Kdenlive and Krita , so its efficacy has been proven by teams distributed around the globe. It's under constant development and tends to be open to feedback and enhancement requests.

You can run Phabricator on your own server and purchase paid support, or you can pay Phacility for hosting (with a Support Pact included). It's licensed under the Apache 2.0 license and is available from the project's Github mirror .

On the Internet, Gitlab is known as a website hosting open source projects in Git repositories. But within the walls of companies and organizations, Gitlab is possibly better known as an open source, locally installed web application for software development and project management. You can pay for hosting plans, or host it yourself, and if you're running the community edition, then you're running only open source components.

Gitlab's community edition is distributed under the MIT license, and supports Agile development through scrum and kanban, sprint planning, epics, bug tracking, documentation, dashboards, charts, scheduling, automation, CI/CD, and more. There are many additional benefits, not the least of which is general developer familiarity with the platform. While many developers may have learned either Microsoft's Github or just pure Git (the open source backend to Github, Gitlab, and many others), it's fair to expect them to understand the workflow of using Git through a web interface.

For the project managers running the show, Gitlab's interface is intuitive, consistent, and robust. A project manager doesn't ever have to leave Gitlab. All tasks, from assigning tasks and planning sprints to accepting merge requests and deleting branches, can be done from within the Gitlab UI.

As Gitlab continues to develop, there's every reason to believe that even more features for project management will be added. The Gitlab developers are happy to take feature requests and are quick to respond to feedback. You can download the Community Edition from Gitlab.com/install .

Odoo is more than project management software; it's a full, integrated business application suite that includes accounting, human resources, website and e-commerce, inventory, manufacturing, sales management (CRM), and other tools.

The free and open source community edition has limited features compared to the paid enterprise suite. Its project management application includes a Kanban-style task-tracking view for agile teams, which was updated in its latest release, Odoo 11.0, to include a progress bar and animation for tracking project status. The project management tool also includes Gantt charts, tasks, issues, graphs, and more. Odoo has a thriving community and provides user guides and other training resources.

It is licensed under GPLv3 and requires Python and PostgreSQL. It is available for download for Linux, Windows, and Red Hat Package Manager, as a Docker image, and as source on GitHub .

Taiga is an open source project management platform that focuses on Scrum and Agile development, with features including a Kanban board, tasks, sprints, issues, backlog, and epics. Other features include ticket management, multi-project support, wiki pages, and third-party integrations.

It also offers a free mobile app for Android, iOS, and Windows devices, and provides import tools that make it easy to migrate from other popular project management applications.

Taiga is free for public projects, with no restrictions on either the number of projects or the number of users. For private projects, there is a wide range of paid plans but the software's features are the same regardless of what plan you choose.

Taiga is licensed under GNU Affero GPLv3, and requires a stack that includes Nginx, Python, and PostgreSQL. The latest release is available from GitHub .

Tuleap is an application lifecycle management (ALM) platform that aims to manage projects for every type of team—small, midsize, large, waterfall, agile, or hybrid—but its support for agile teams is prominent. Notably, it offers support for Scrum, Kanban, sprints, tasks, reports, continuous integration, backlogs, and more.

Other features include issue tracking, document tracking, collaboration tools, and integration with Git, Jenkins, SVN, all of which make it an appealing choice for open source software development projects.

Tuleap is licensed under GPLv2 and is available on Github .

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ZenTao is a professional project management tool based on the Scrum methodology and Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) philosophy. It has multiple features to cover the entire software development lifecycle. It clearly defines the concepts of program, project, product, and execution to help the production, development, and QA teams coordinate with each other while maintaining separate functionalities.

ZenTao provides three kinds of project management modules: Scrum, Waterfall, and Kanban. Teams can build customized processes through its powerful and flexible workflow. Its testing and bug tracking processes feature everything you need from product creation to release. ZenTao can be integrated with SVN, SonarQube, GitLab, and Jenkins for better code management.

ZenTao is licensed under dual licenses: ZPL and AGPL. It is available for Linux, Windows, and macOS. You can check out its docker image and the source code on GitHub . Download the Open Source Edition (Community Edition) from zentao.pm/download or you can run it in the cloud.

The trouble with this type of list is that it's usually out of date as soon as it's published. Are you using an open source project management tool that supports agile that we forgot to include? Or do you have feedback on the ones we mentioned? Please leave a comment below.

Editor's note: This article was originally published in February 2018 and has been updated with new information.

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A project manager has a lot on their plate—from keeping track of task timelines to evaluating delivery risks and managing workloads . A reliable project management (PM) tool is a must-have to accomplish goals, but the question of essence is: Should you go for an open-source product or traditional project management software?

Open-source project management tools are often preferred by small companies and startups that don’t want to invest in a pricey “boxed” PM solution. While there’s a perceived notion that open-source software can speed up product delivery for Agile teams , using it can be a double-edged sword at times. ⚔️

For example, project management software that’s open-sourced is usually not the most user-friendly for detailed task management and project planning. You may also have to put up with compatibility issues or severe security flaws with some products.

With that in mind, let’s discuss some of the best open-source project management tools in this guide.

Our quick reviews will help you find the one that can handle your workflows.

What Should You Look for in Open-Source Project Management Tools?

2. projectlibre, 4. openproject, 7. restyaboard, 8. taskcafe.

The quality of your project management software, whether open source or not, must roughly offer the following functionalities:

Project visibility : The tool should let you oversee projects from different perspectives, such as task progress, assignee workloads, and completion risks
Task management : It’s critical that the software supports organizing tasks. It should let you break project planning goals into action items and make tracking easier with status updates and priority tags. Features like time-tracking and resource management to manage workloads are optimal
Customizations : It should let you customize the environment with tailored workflows, custom fields , and configurable notifications
Accessibility : You should be able to use the software on your computer and mobile device to enjoy flexibility and handle urgent matters on the fly
Templates : The best project management software has a collection of templates to add structure to your project planning, admin, and management duties
Collaboration tools : See if it has tools like digital whiteboards, document sharing, comment threads, and mind maps to help your team members collaborate

If you’re fixated on open-source tools, consider additional factors like pricing and suitability. These products are typically free, but if you need advanced functionalities and support for complex business models, you may have to opt for a paid option.

Top Open-Source Project Management Software to Use in 2024

We’ve combed through dozens of open-source project management tools and selected the top nine options with decent functionalities. Before we get into them, we’d like to present ClickUp, the best-performing free project management solution for small and large companies alike! 💗

ClickUp is a first-class task and project management solution —while not open-source, the proprietary software boasts a user-friendly interface, top-notch privacy and sharing functionalities, and a full range of PM features with no compatibility issues.

ClickUp streamlines your project management workflows, offering seamless visibility, task management, and real-time reporting features. Use 15+ views to monitor your projects and tasks—for example, the List view is great for general overviews, while the Calendar view helps you stay on top of project timelines .

The best part about using ClickUp is that you don’t have to worry about the privacy and security risks that tend to plague open-source tools. With its sharing and permissions setting s , you can control the hierarchy-based access privileges of the Folders, Lists, or tasks in your Workspace.

Invite members and guests to specific files and control their sharing and edit permissions. You can also use the Public Sharing feature to share what you’re working on without compromising confidential data. Refer to this video tutorial to see how Hierarchy in ClickUp works.

ClickUp’s Free Forever version comes with incredible perks—such as unlimited tasks, ClickUp Dashboards for tracking progress, collaborative Docs , native time-tracking , and ClickUp Whiteboards for brainstorming and teamwork.

If you are in a paid tier, you can unlock a world of possibilities with ClickUp AI , a work assistant trained to fast-track time-consuming tasks like creating project briefs, timelines, and responsibility assignment matrices.

Make sure to check out ClickUp’s impressive program management template collection. Try the ClickUp Project Management Template to prioritize tasks and goals and monitor progress with no-code automation. Or, use the ClickUp Project Management Dashboard to track success with charts, graphs, and other visuals. 🌞

ClickUp best features

Free cloud-based project management suite
Multiple project views and intuitive Dashboards (with Widgets)
Hierarchy-based sharing and permissions
Agile project management templates for numerous use cases for software and dev teams
Built-in time-tracking and collaboration tools
Centralized document editing and management
Reliable security and privacy practices
Excellent tutorials and customer support
AI support for admin and writing tasks
Resource management features to visualize and adjust workloads

ClickUp limitations

ClickUp AI only available on paid plans
The vast range of project management features can overwhelm new users

ClickUp pricing

Free forever
Unlimited : $7/month per user
Business : $12/month per user
Enterprise : Contact for pricing
ClickUp AI is available on all paid plans for $5 per Workspace member per month

ClickUp ratings and reviews

G2 : 4.7/5 (8,500+ reviews)
Capterra : 4.7/5 (3,700+ reviews)

ProjectLibre’s main appeal is its compatibility with Microsoft Projects files—making it the perfect open-source alternative to the platform.

ProjectLibre supports various processes for creating and managing project plans . Use the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to divide your delivery workload into easy-to-manage tasks, or employ the Resource Breakdown Structure (RBS) to micro-manage resource components.

Use network diagrams to set task dependencies and prevent bottlenecks well ahead of time. Take cost components and deadlines into consideration by visualizing your projects as Gantt charts and observing their health with Earned Value Costing.

ProjectLibre supports 30+ languages, including Arabic, Hindi, French, and German, making it suitable for global teams. 🌍

ProjectLibre best features

Excellent Microsoft Projects alternative for resource management agile workflows
Supports WBS and RBS
Lets you create network diagrams
Works on Windows, Linux, or Mac devices

ProjectLibre limitations

Occasional crashes across the project management tool
Some users find the interface outdated

ProjectLibre pricing

Projectlibre ratings and reviews.

G2 : 4.2/5 (30+ reviews)
Capterra : 4.4/5 (40+ reviews)

ZenTao is an open-source project management tool based on Scrum , an agile framework often used in software development . It involves breaking down projects into sprints with time-boxed goals. ⏲️

The platform is licensed under ZPL and AGPL, and its Community Edition has no commercial limitations . Use it for your team without worrying about licensing or legal implications.

Creating projects in ZenTao is a breeze—all you have to do is click the Project button, enter the necessary information, and press Save. You can customize your project’s budget and due dates and leave additional info for your team members.

The platform has a Doc section for storing project-related documents. In the Statistic tab , you can pull project performance reports and pinpoint areas of improvement.

ZenTao allows admins to customize permissions and determine the level of access other team members have.

ZenTao best features

Scrum-based
Dual licensing—ZPL and AGPL
Easy project creation for project managers and team leads
Doc section stores project-related info

ZenTao limitations

Its project dashboards interface isn’t quite beginner-friendly
Could use more detailed documentation capabilities

ZenTao pricing (Open source version)

Community Edition : Free

ZenTao ratings and reviews

G2 : 4.3/5 (8+ reviews)
Capterra : 4/5 (Under 5 reviews)

As an open-source platform, OpenProject supports both agile and waterfall methodologies . It offers an impressive set of tools for creating and managing projects.

See the bigger picture with the task management software to create project lists and set hierarchy options. While it can be more of a basic task-tracking tool, project managers can create an overview of the workload for resource allocation and set a clear structure by selecting parent- and sub-projects.

OpenProject offers a dashboard with customizable widgets that display your project’s progress and health, letting you pinpoint and take care of abnormalities ASAP. 🏃

Use Gantt charts and calendars to visualize your projects and keep an eye on milestones and deadlines. Other options you may be interested in include OpenProject API (for creating custom integrations), time-tracking, cost reporting, and customizable roles and permissions.

OpenProject best features

Supports agile and waterfall methodologies
Customizable dashboard
Time-saving PM templates
Project visualization options

OpenProject limitations

Limited support for resource allocation
Setting up certain integrations can be challenging

OpenProject pricing

Community : Free
Basic : $7.25/month per user
Professional : $13.50/month per user
Premium : $19.50/month per user

OpenProject ratings and reviews

G2 : 3.7/5 (20+ reviews)
Capterra : 4.5/5 (120+ reviews)

ERPNext is an open-source platform for enterprise resource planning (ERP) activities. It can support financial accounting, order management, HR, CRM, and payroll.

While the platform’s main focus is ERP, it boasts valuable project management tools. You get an all-in-one workspace to oversee projects and switch views to follow status trails.

ERPNext lets you break down projects into tasks, assign them to specific team members, set priorities, and track milestones to ensure you’re always on top of everything going on in your team. Tasks are automatically added to the to-do lists of the team members responsible for delivery. ✔️

Use Mentions and a built-in real-time chat to communicate with your coworkers, brainstorm, and collaborate on shared tasks.

Upload project-related documents in the File Manager , sync your email accounts, track time, bill your clients, and employ customizations for maximum functionality.

ERPNext best features

Focuses on ERP
All-in-one workspace with multiple views to create project plans
Mentions and real-time chat
File Manager for documents

ERPNext limitations

Configuring customizations after updates may not be easy
Limited pre-built tools make setup complicated

ERPNext pricing

Erpnext ratings and reviews.

G2 : 4.2/5 (40+ reviews)
Capterra : 4.6/5 (100+ reviews)

On the hunt for a quality open-source Jira alternative ? Tuleap can be a cool replacement software development teams! 👑

Like Jira, Tuleap supports Scrum, Kanban, and hybrid approaches to PM . This web-based solution goes the extra mile to offer software development, testing, and document management tools for easier sprint monitoring, deadline tracking, and project handling.

When it comes to sprint monitoring , Tuleap features burnup and burndown charts to track progress, identify issues, and adjust plans for on-time delivery. Its customizable dashboards bring in the desired visuals with real-time information about the health of projects.

Tuleap has a native integration with Git, a version control system allowing you to track source codes. This platform is licensed under GNU GPL and has no user number, project, or time restrictions.

You can install the project management tool on CentOs and Redhat servers.

Tuleap best features

Supports various project and milestone management approaches
Easy sprint monitoring
Intuitive dashboards
Native Git integration for software development teams

Tuleap limitations

The interface can seem complicated to first-time users
Some features aren’t intuitive, which may make configurations difficult

Tuleap pricing

Expert : €23/month per user
Managed : €33/month per user

Tuleap ratings and reviews

G2 : 4.5/5 (30+ reviews)
Capterra : 4/5 (10+ reviews)

Love Trello’s Kanban boards? Restyaboard can be the perfect open-source Trello alternative !

With this platform, you can break down your complex projects into tasks, add assignees, and monitor progress with visually appealing and customizable boards. Set custom statuses and create to-do lists that supports multiple projects or processes.

Thanks to its multiple layouts , you can observe your projects from every ‘angle,’ identify strong and weak points, and figure out solutions for completion and delivery.

With a built-in chat tool and the option to leave comments, Restyaboard promotes collaboration for fast-paced project methodologies. You have complete control over who can access what with customizable user permissions .

Restyaboard best features

Visually appealing boards to manage project tasks
Time and milestones tracking
Built-in chat
Multiple view layouts

Restyaboard limitations

Limited roadmapping and KPI monitoring tools
No known integrations

Restyaboard pricing

Contact vendor for pricing

Restyaboard ratings and reviews

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Taskcafe is an open source PM tool revolving around Kanban boards . It has a simple interface that lets you create a board for every project and sort tasks according to their status, software version, or another criterion you opt for.

You can set due dates, labels, and checklists for every task, ensuring all team members have a transparent supply of info. Color-code your lists for enhanced visualization and easier navigation.

Taskcafe offers a My Tasks view —a centralized space for summarizing your deliverables. Your team members can leave comments on every task. This is an excellent way to resolve minor issues or uncertainties on the fly and keep the scattered workflows streamlined.

Taskcafe best features

Project management through Kanban boards
Centralized task layout
Collaboration through comments
Lightweight interface

Taskcafe limitations

Still in development, so some functions may not work fully
Setting up the platform can be challenging

Taskcafe pricing

Taskcafe ratings and reviews.

Taiga is an open source PM tool offering impeccable support for cross-functional agile teams . This on-premise platform offers customized installation, is easy to update, and lets you choose whether and how much you’ll contribute to the community. Talk about complete freedom and control! 🥰

As a PM solution, Taiga is there for you every step of the way, from planning projects to generating reports. It lets you define, prioritize, and re-prioritize deliverables, plan backlogs, sprints, and epics, and seamlessly switch between Kanban and Scrum.

Use the platform’s team performance dashboard to track who’s doing what. There’s also the Wiki option , which you can use to build and store project-related docs and procedures to facilitate collaboration.

Keep in mind that self-managed Taiga requires Linux and Docker.

Taiga best features

Supports cross-functional teams with ease
Customized installation for complete control
Top-notch performance and reporting features
Wiki option for project-related docs

Taiga limitations

Occasional speed issues
The interface can appear cluttered

Taiga pricing

Self-managed : Free
Automated hosting : Starting from $10
Managed for you : Contact for pricing

Taiga ratings and reviews

G2 : 4.4/5 (70+ reviews)
Capterra : 4.3/5 (80+ reviews)

WeKan is another tool that utilizes the power of Kanban to ensure proper project scheduling , organization, tracking, and completion.

With WeKan, you can create boards for every project. Add cards representing tasks to active boards and organize them as lists based on specific criteria, the most common being status: To Do, Doing, and Done .

WeKan packs some bells and whistles that make it much more than a giant board with sticky notes. 📓

For example, you can mark specific cards and be notified of changes , which comes in handy when you’re running multiple projects with hundreds of tasks. Use keyboard shortcuts to save time, attach files, and apply filtering to maximize efficiency.

If you’re switching to WeKan from Trello , you can import all project data in only a few clicks. The platform also allows configuring access controls and determining which team members can access sensitive data and edit boards.

WeKan best features

Kanban-based project management
Integration with Trello for seamless transfer
Customizable access controls
Enables card-specific tracking

WeKan limitations

Limited customization options
Lack of detailed documentation for setting up the platform

WeKan pricing

Contact for pricing

WeKan ratings and reviews

G2 : 4.2/5 (10+ reviews)

Open Source Project Management Tools: Which One Did You Pick?

Getting a quality project management tool is always a good decision, whether you’re running an enterprise, small business, or startup. Open source options offer affordability, transparency, and scalability, but you can always go for proprietary products with a similar profile of features.

ClickUp, for instance, is a great option in terms of customizability, task and project management, integrations, templates, and collaboration. Its unmatchable customer support, tutorials, and security make it a must-try tool for small and big teams!

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When it comes to small businesses and start-ups, it important to understand the value of open source task management software from the beginning. However, the price of most of these tools can be expensive for small businesses and start-ups.

However, the good news is that there are various free project tracking software available in the market which are free. These come with all the necessary functionalities required for businesses to manage and plan their work efficiently.

Project managers and supervisors of small businesses often use spreadsheets to track tasks assigned to the team. This is otherwise, quite a cumbersome and time-consuming process for both managers as well as the team members.

Instead, they can use a free task management system that will not only automate their task tracking but also help in visualising specific tasks individually. The solutions often come with tools such as built-in schedulers and calendars which are much more effective than spreadsheets.

Why Do You Need a Task Management Software?

Start-ups and small businesses, need a mechanism to ensure that their projects are well aligned. Various teams are involved in the success of a project.

Also, with increasing work pressure as the company grows, not using the best task management software for projects can become quite challenging. Managing an organisation as well as the customers can prove to be quite a challenge and need to be performed in an impeccably organised manner.

So, here are some reasons why you should rely on task management tools for a productive and efficient workplace ecosystem.

Ease of Planning

Project planning is one of the most cumbersome of all the processes as it takes an elaborate flowchart to be mapped out. From role division to work synchronisation, everything needs to be planned before the execution of individual tasks.

Also, here the task management software provides the bandwidth to establish tasks in a hierarchical manner for smooth and efficient transition between tasks.

Efficient Task Management

Every project maintains a systematic, step-by-step strategy that needs to be completed within a set timeframe. Moreover, keeping a record of what the team members are doing is tedious and requires constant vigilance. Especially, when it comes to projects that might take a long time to complete.

This is where best free task management software comes into play. Also, with the help of the software, tasks can be assigned to the designated person who is able to view and update the progress made in real-time. With the help of efficient task management, teams are able to work in harmony, therefore, achieving fruitful results.

Shared Documents, Calendars and Contacts

Task management tools also play a vital role in sharing, storage and organisation of documents. This extends their roles from being a planner and organiser to a carrier.

By using the centralised document storage feature, team members can easily access, edit and share documents; especially in the cases where the work has been outsourced to a different agency, individual or team. It becomes much more convenient to share documents without the hassle of sending a chain of mails back and forth.

Benefits of Using Open Source & Free Task Management Software

What are the advantages of online task and top project management tools ? The answer is simple and has a lot to do with the very essence of new technologies. If you still aren’t clear, here are the benefits of a project tracking software:

It allows task management from any computer or mobile device.
The open source task management software for task management promotes better communication among the members of a team on specific aspects of a task.
It helps in managing tasks with agility through aspects such as reminders, deadlines and data sharing.
Additionally, the best task management software allows the incorporation of documents, which can be shared with all the team members who are working on the project.
Task management tools helps in the documentation of new ideas that are shared during team meetings, by directly posting on the platform.
Task manager helps the team prioritise and focus only on the task that is priority thereby improving productivity.
Also, project management software allows evaluating the management of tasks and projects, and the degree of participation of members of a team, thanks to the option of making reports that the software incorporates.
It helps in knowing the degree of execution of a task in real-time.
Useful both for internal management and for the coordination of web actions. In the same way, this type of tool is the best option for monitoring and developing a digital marketing campaign.

How Does a Free Task Management Software Work?

Companies that haven’t integrated a task management system in their operations are likely to execute unnecessary tasks and wasting their valuable time which could be utilised more effectively. However, if these tasks are completed quickly and efficiently, the team members would have more time to employ on important tasks.

There are a number of free online task manager available in the market to choose from, which will suit your project management requirements. You must prioritise your requirements before choosing a task management software. So, here are some of the aspects that each project tracking software focuses on:

Collaboration

When managing a project, all the members of a team are assigned specific tasks. In order to ensure that everyone is in the same page, a best task management software helps in collaboration and coordination. For instance, if a member has some queries, they can get the correct and timely response through communication with the help of the software. This saves them time and efforts that they had to spend in looking for the solutions elsewhere.

Scheduling and Planning

Without a systematic approach and a set of defined guidelines, it can be difficult for the team to complete their tasks efficiently and on time. However, a lot of time can be saved if schedules with designated tasks are prepared beforehand. It helps in increasing the team’s productivity. Choosing the best free task management software which enables teams to manage their time and meet their deadlines helps in the completion of projects in time.

Budget Management

The objective of a company isn’t just the completion of a project in a set time. It is also important that the project’s cost is curtailed so that the profits could be maximised. One of the most important roles of a project manager is to keep the costs at the minimum so that the profits can be maximised. Hence, just creating and managing an Excel spreadsheet won’t be enough. Some of the free task management software provide tools which can help in effective budgeting of the project.

List of Best Free and Open Source Task Management Software in 2024

Openproject, do it tomorrow, microsoft to do.

Task management software open source integrates task hierarchy and project objectives amongst all the factors required for the completion of tasks, while also making them more versatile. Why? Because the software can synchronise their goals, optimise processes, and help in collaboration even from geographically remote points.

Hence, bring you a list of 15 best free task management software options that you should keep in mind when managing your tasks. Teams and project managers must take advantage of the technological and communicative advantages that these tools provide, in order to make your processes more agile.

OpenProject is one of the leading open source project management software which allows all members of a team to share their progress and timelines. With shared timelines, one can unleash the creativity and expertise of the team in an enhanced manner, thus supporting better collaboration.

Features of OpenProject

Detailed project planning

This best task management software lets you plan the schedule of project deliverables

Project roadmap

Additionally, this feature of OpenProject open source task management software shares project progress with stakeholders and collects their feedback.

Suitable for quick completion of projects

This to do list software provides tools such as scrum for quick completion of projects as well as recording user feedback in quick fashion.

Bug recognition

The best free task management software helps QA teams and testers to efficiently identify bugs present in the source code.

Creation of custom reports

Also, this best task management software creates custom reports detailing project insights, resources allocated to a project etc.

Premium features: OpenProject premium version offers features such as hosting of cloud services on your servers, intelligent workflows and powerful search options.

Premium pricing: The price of OpenProject’s premium version starts from ₹439.19 per user per month.

OpenProject is a visual best offers you tools such as the Gantt chart to organise your projects .
You can manage your tasks as well as share documents and reports from this open source task management software.
Also, the software provides step-by-step assistance throughout the course of projects from conception and initiation to project closure.

Cons: Some users might find the open source software lacking in functions and tools.

Nozbe has been one of the leaders in providing task management solutions to organisations and professionals. Moreover, it provides nearly all the major tools for task management, such as sharing projects and updates with the team, delegating tasks, attach comments and documents to tasks etc.

Features of Nozbe

Multi device access

Nozbe tool can be accessed from different devices such as desktop, tablets and mobile phones

Supports collaboration

Nozbe free task management software allows collaboration between different team members through shared project lists and with guest users.

Integration with third party apps

Moreover, this open source task management software supports integration with third party apps such as Google calendar, Drive, Dropbox etc.

Enhanced communication between team members

With Nozbe task management system, team members can effectively communicate with one another through integrated chat and email.

Improved support services

This task management tool provides round the clock customer support available via email.

Premium Features: Premium version of Nozbe is available. Additionally, it offers the option of adding accounts for upto 100 people and unlimited storage.

Nozbe Premium Pricing: The price of Nozbe project tracking software starts from ₹2169.24 per month.

Easy to synchronise tasks from your Dropbox, Google Calendar and Evernote accounts.
It lets you attach files by task, create groups, etc.
Moreover, this online task management tool helps in dealing with incoming tasks, prioritising, managing, and getting them done on time and effectively.

Cons: Sometimes, if you add a task to ‘Project’, it may not be added to the ‘Inbox’ unless you flag it as priority.

If you need a simple online to-do list, then Do It Tomorrow is the free task management software for you. Moreover, with just two panels, one for today and the other for tomorrow; it is the perfect tool to manage personal tasks and resolve daily checklists.

Features of Do It Tomorrow

Intuitive interface

This best task management software has an easy to use interface to schedule tasks for today and tomorrow.

Checking off tasks

Additionally, using this online task manager, you can check off tasks one by one as you complete them and even delete tasks.

Easy sync with web version

You can keep a tab on your to do list all the time by syncing it with the to do list software’s web version.

Widget showing remaining tasks

This best free task management software has a dedicated widget listing tasks left for today.

This best task management software works equally well on Android and iOS devices.

Premium Features: Premium features of this app are available for iPad users, which include better sync compatibility.

Premium Pricing: Premium version of this task management app incurs a one-time payment of ₹373.26.

It is one of the most basic and easy to understand task managers.
Do It Tomorrow can schedule your tasks daily.
It is optimal for personal use and managing your own tasks.

Cons: Lack of proper customer support if the app encounters a bug.

Toodledo is one of the most popular online task management tools available in the market. Also, with Toodledo, you will be able to manage your work list, insert notes, monitor habits, and organise ideas with the help of lists.

Toodledo Features

Organise projects into folders

With this free task management software, you can organise your to do list into folders. You have the option of hiding your folders from other team members.

Automatically repeat tasks

Using this open source task management software, you can automatically repeat tasks on specific dates customized by you.

Notification and alerts

Additionally, this task management system gives timely reminders about pending tasks in a day through SMS, emails, pop ups, etc.

Setting up of goals

Using this task management tool, you can set short term and long-term goals and monitor how your daily task list helps in the achievement of these goals.

Free time utilization

If you have some free time and don’t know what to do, log into Toodledo project tracking software and it will tell you the best ways to use your time.

Premium features: Premium version of Toodledo is available which offers multiple collaborators, addition of unlimited items to list and full access to past tasks.

Premium pricing: Toodledo free task management software price starts from ₹223.91 per month.

Toodledo app provides an estimated execution time for each task.
It allows you to create the checklist for your team in order of importance or priority.
You can keep work-related tasks separate from personal items.

Cons: However, some users might find the functionality of Toodledo desktop app limited compared to web app versions.

Podio, as a free task management software has an intuitive and friendly interface that allows you to manage personal and professional tasks seamlessly. Additionally, Podio helps managers track progress of multiple projects under one platform.

Features of Podio

Visualization and customized reports

By using this task management system, you can design the workflow as per your business need and even obtain detailed reports to track progress.

Podio online task manager offers seamless integration with apps such as Dropbox, Google Drive, Zendesk etc.

Enhanced support services

Additionally, Podio to do list software provides fast paced and quality support service to all your grievances.

Mobile device compatibility

Podio is one of the best free task management software, which works seamlessly on Android and iOS devices.

Better task management

This best task management software converts complex workflows into easily manageable tasks.

Premium features: Podio offers a premium version of its free task management software, which includes features like automated workflows, interactive dashboard and no cap on external users.

Premium Pricing: Podio premium version is priced at ₹539.17 per month.

This task tracking software allows you to share files easily.
It also lets you unify the contents and conversations of the members of your team.
Podio has an app marketplace, where users can access user friendly modules.

Cons: Some users might run into difficulties while setting up the software.

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OmniPlan is one of the most interactive task management tools with more than a hundred tools to assist teams and individuals. OmniPlan free task management software provides the option of keeping certain tasks private and accessible only to you. The best task management software is available for use in multiple languages.

Features of Omniplan

Tracking team members

Managers using OmniPlan free task management software can monitor performance of various team members working on different projects

Gantt diagram

OmniPlan provides Gantt diagram visualization feature that provides visual tools for execution of different tasks in a project.

Easy delegation

Using OmniPlan to do list software, managers can easily delegate tasks among team members

Enhanced functionalities

You can set time requirements such as due date and milestones for each project.

Monte Carlo simulation

Monte Carlo simulation helps you set realistic deadlines for extensive projects.

Premium features: Premium features of OmniPlan include a dashboard with multi-project functionality, Omni automation and better analysis and support.

Premium Pricing: Price of OmniPlan’s premium version starts from ₹1496.94 per month.

It allows you to manage projects from the IOS environment and mobile devices.
You can export documents, perform intelligent task scheduling, filtering according to priorities.
It provides a number of tools which make the work of project members easier, such as Microsoft Project Support, Resource Load Sharing etc.

Cons: Use of this task management system is currently limited to Apple users.

Asana is one of the most popular project management and team task management software. It is preferred by companies of different sizes, handling multiple projects at once. Asana free task management system has an inbox feature that automatically stores all the updates.

Asana Features

This sticky note like feature of Asana helps you organise various tasks and track their progress at different stages

Task assignees

Through this task management tool, you can assign tasks or parts of it to someone, making for easy delegation.

Creation of custom fields

Asana project tracking software allows you to create custom fields for data privy to your workflow.

Work request forms

This best task management software lets you design formal forms for obtaining work requests.

Syncing of tasks

Repetitive tasks can be synced across projects to avoid recreation.

Premium Features: Asana’s premium version offers features such as advanced search tool, setting milestones in projects and data exportation.

Premium Pricing: Price of Asana’s premium version starts from ₹822.98 per user per month.

It allows managers to communicate in real time with their team.
It helps you search for your projects and set the estimated execution times.
This online task management tool offers an intuitive interface.

Cons: However, setup and getting used to the software might take time for some users.

Assembla is known to be one of the most secure project management software platforms. It is available for on premise as well as cloud-based use. This task management platform offers services such as cardwalls and task boards for better handling of projects.

Features of Assembla

Secure source code

This open source task management software looks for key credentials and roots out vulnerable components of the source code.

Risk evaluation and mitigation

This task management system provides ways to evaluate risk and offers techniques to mitigate them.

Task management

Using this task management tool, you can add detailed description to a project, assign it to a team member and add deadlines.

Change ticket views

Additionally, you can choose to view tickets either in list form or cardwall view and even filter them according to date of creation, status etc.

Set milestones for different stages of a project to better track its execution with this project tracking software.

Premium features: Premium features of this free best task management software include unlimited storage, unlimited users and hosting of users on servers.

Premium pricing: Price of Assembla premium version starts from ₹1098.56 per user per month.

Assembla offers you the possibility of integrating your social network profiles.
It helps you manage collaborative work among team members.
It allows you to organize your agenda according to the urgency or complexity of the tasks.

Cons: Assembla mobile app is only available for iPhone users.

Formally known as Wunderlist, Microsoft To Do task management tool helps plan your entire day in advance and list important tasks to be done in a day. Moreover, it supports team collaboration by enabling you to share project lists with other users.

Features of Microsoft To Do App

Access to do list anywhere

Microsoft To Do list software works well across devices and you can access your task list from anywhere.

Customizable themes

You can design different to-do lists using customizable themes provided by this best task management software.

Office 365 integration

Microsoft to do list software integrates well with Office 365 suite, especially Outlook.

Regular reminders

Additionally, with this task management tool, you can set reminders for one time or for recurring dates.

Easy sharing of lists

Microsoft To Do list facilitates easy sharing of your to do lists with family members, colleagues, friends etc.

Premium features: NA

Premium pricing: Microsoft To Do can be downloaded for free.

It provides the option of uploading files in task list
Its interface is friendly and customizable
It is the perfect tool for setting reminders for daily important tasks such as meetings.

Cons: Microsoft To Do does not offer the option of task prioritization.

Hibox helps you and your team be attentive and focus on the small nuances of project management. With Hibox, one can assign tasks effortlessly, along with setting deadlines so that everyone is aware about what is to be done next.

Hibox Features

Secure company chat

Using this task management system, you can chat with your team members privately or publicly.

Group video chat

Managers using this task management tool can start group video chat with their team without needing any third-party app.

Personal AI assistant

Hibox offers a personal AI assistant that automates redundant processes for you, such as creation and assigning of a new task.

Enhanced search option

With this project tracking software’s search option, you can look for files based on their status, creation date, priority, etc.

File sharing

This best task management software helps you to easily share, integrate and customize files as well as other documents such as photos.

Premium features: Hibox premium features include unlimited storage, third party app integrations and audit logs.

Premium pricing: The price of Hibox’s premium version is ₹299.54 per user per month.

You can create virtual meetings using Hibox
Calendar view feature keeps you updated about deadlines.
This online task management tool also lets you verify progress in the execution of a campaign.

Cons: Hibox may not sync with third party calendar apps such as Google Calendar.

Monday.com is a task management system that helps organizations plan complex tasks easily and finish them within deadlines. Monday.com task management tool comes with a kanban board for the monitoring of multiple projects and automated workflows.

Features of Monday.com

Board feature of Monday.com shows you a list of your ongoing and upcoming projects to manage them better.

Managing team’s workload

This task management tool lets you manage your team’s workload, see who is doing what and prevent burnout.

Monday.com project tracking software integrates well with third party apps to provide seamless operation.

Multi Device access

Monday.com is one of the best task management software that can be accessed through desktop as well as mobile phones.

Planning team’s schedule

Using this online task manager, you can design the working schedule of your team, set deadlines and much more.

Premium features: Premium features of Monday.com include extensive storage. longer access to activity log and embedded forms.

Premium pricing: Monday.com’s premium version is priced at ₹748.85 per user per month.

Easy for beginners to add participants and monitor a project
It provides the option of adding supported files and materials.
Enhanced notification system which sends alerts via email.

Cons: Some users might find the app version inferior to the web-based version.

Paymo is a cloud-based task management tool utilized by small and medium businesses to delegate important tasks between their team members and keep a track of their progress. Additionally, Paymo comes with an inbuilt timer and the option of sharing time reports with clients.

Paymo Features

Structuring of work

Paymo project tracking software lets you assign tasks to one or more team members and group similar tasks together.

Set priority status

Using this best task management software, a manager can overview their own tasks as well as their team’s tasks and assign priority status .

Real time collaboration

Using this to do list software, you can collaborate with your team members by chatting with them in real time.

Notification control

This project tracking software lets you decide who receives a notification whenever you post an update.

Attaching files

You can attach files from drive or from your computer to ongoing projects.

Premium features: Premium features of Paymo include time tracking, in app tech support and enhanced tools such as Gantt charts.

Premium pricing: The price of Paymo’s premium version starts from ₹670.22 per user month.

Paymo can be used by businesses of varying size
Paymo helps to segment projects into different time sheets
It generates professional and clean looking invoices

Cons: Some users might find Paymo’s interface a bit sluggish.

Wrike cloud-based task management system facilitates remote teams to collaborate on a project. Wrike offers managers the workload review so that they can ensure proper management of resources. It also offers integration with different apps such as Dropbox, Salesforce, Slack, etc.

Wrike Features

Adjustable Gantt charts

Using Gantt charts offered by this task management tool, managers can view deadlines and monitor project progress in one click.

Burndown charts

Managers can view burndown charts to check resource utilization to prevent burnout using this online task manager.

Monitor multiple projects

This project tracking software allows you to track different teams working on multiple projects.

Dashboard and reports

Wrike offers a customizable dashboard and reports that help you study performance analytics of different teams.

Automated workflows

Wrike best task management software uses automated workflows and customized work forms for better completion of all your projects.

Premium features: Wrike’s premium features include branded workspace, advanced user access controls and real time reports with scheduled notification.

Premium pricing: The price of Wrike’s premium version starts from ₹733.87 per user per month.

Easy to communicate with different team members
User friendly and intuitive interface
Wrike allows client collaboration on project

Cons: Some users might face issues while logging in or while synchronization.

Trello online task manager is suitable for scheduling tasks and projects. Managers can quickly assign new tasks to team members. Team members can update the status of the project on Trello to do list software.

Features of Trello

Facilitates working with multiple teams

Trello lets you schedule projects across different teams and keep them organized under one platform.

Trello cards

Trello cards can be used to add comments and other information such as due date, etc.

Automation with butler

Butler offered by Trello free task management software automates repetitive tasks to improve your efficiency.

Seamless integration

Trello open source task management software easily integrates with apps already being used by your organisation.

Powerful syncing

Trello app syncs with multiple devices so that you can access your data from anywhere.

Premium features: Premium features of Trello include priority support, custom stickers, and advance admin controls.

Premium pricing: Price of Trello’s task management system starts from ₹748.10 per user per month.

It has a simple to use and interactive interface
Provides a central platform for managers to view progress
Option of adding color label to cards, denoting priority

Cons: Some users might find the mobile version of Trello lacking in functionality as compared to the desktop version. To look into more options find the best trello alternatives !

Any.do is a cloud-based project tracking software that lets businesses add personalized themes and monitor personal as well as professional tasks under one platform. Any.do offers the option of color coding projects to set their priorities.

Any.do Features

Seamless sync

Any.do sync across multiple devices, allowing you to monitor projects from anytime.

Smart reminders

Any.do to list software sends reminders available in different themes to keep you on track for project completion.

Works with voice activated devices

Any.do offers seamless integration with Siri and Alexa.

Third party calendar integration

Any.do can be integrated with google calendar to mark important dates such as deadlines.

Assistant in action

Any.do offers the feature of Assistant to which you can delegate less important tasks and focus on the important staff.

Premium features: Premium features of Any.do app include location-based reminders, unlimited attachments and unlimited collaboration.

Premium pricing: Any.do premium version is priced at ₹448.56 per month.

The design of this project tracking software is quite user friendly
You can organise tasks by grouping or tagging them
Any.do shows you completed and postponed tasks at the end of the day.

Cons: Some users might demand better integration with other task management tools.

Task Management software is a multi-faceted and essential tool for managers, teams, and departments to plan, coordinate and share documents ensuring a uniform method towards completion of projects.

Additionally, it is important to choose the best free task management software that empowers project managers and supervisors to maximize productivity through parallel real-time monitoring and work-sharing.

So, it’s time to choose a software that suits you and your team’s task management needs.

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OpenProject Download and Installation

Install and operate the leading web-based open source project management software on-premises in your own infrastructure.

Installation of the OpenProject Community edition.

Installation with deb/rpm packages.

The packaged installation of OpenProject is the recommended way to install and maintain OpenProject using DEB or RPM packages.

Installation with Docker container

We provide a Docker image that you can very easily install and update on your servers.

Installation with Kubernetes

We support installation via the container orchestration tool Kubernetes.

Installation with Helm charts

We provide OpenProject Helm charts for installation via Docker container.

Why install OpenProject?

Benefits of the OpenProject Community edition compared to other project management software.

OpenProject is free and open source software for project management and team collaboration.

The Community version of OpenProject can be downloaded and installed for free. It is 100% open source software to manage projects along the entire project-lifecycle. The web-based software can be downloaded and operated on major Linux distributions or via Docker container.
Software freedom and full control of your data.
Superior UX and stability in an open source project.
Low entry barriers to collaborate with the project team.
Continuous developments and maintenance by an active community.
Provides project management guidance and best practices.

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The OpenProject Community edition is the leading open source project management software that comes with regular updates and new releases for free.

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10 Powerful Excel Project Management Templates for Tracking Anything

P roject management templates are an essential tool for replicating successful projects. With Microsoft Excel's free templates, you can turn your simple spreadsheets into powerful project management tools.

In this article, you'll find some of the most useful and free Microsoft Excel project management and project tracking templates you'll want to use for your next project.

Microsoft Excel Project Timeline Templates

Let's take a look at the best Microsoft Excel project management templates.

We cover both native and third-party templates here. To find the pre-installed Excel spreadsheet templates, open Excel and search for the respective keyword from the New document screen.

If you're already in Excel, go to File > New to bring up the template search. Check the Managing Microsoft Excel Templates section below for more details.

Excel comes with several timelines and Gantt chart templates provided by Microsoft, but it also integrates templates from Vertex42, one of the most popular third-party resources for spreadsheets.

1. Work Plan Timeline

The Work Plan Timeline template is suitable for a basic project with multiple phases. When you enter your data into the worksheet, the roadmap will update automatically. This template comes pre-installed in Microsoft Excel 2016 and up.

2. Date Tracking Gantt Chart

Gantt charts are a staple in every project manager's toolset. They help you visualize the flow of your tasks and track progress.

With this template, you can create a comprehensive Gantt chart with minimal effort. Just enter each task, complete with a description, who it's assigned to, a percentage to indicate progress, a start date, and allocated days until completion. This template is a Microsoft Excel default.

3. Milestone and Task Project Timeline

If you want to integrate milestones into a basic timeline, this template provided by Vertex42 is ideal. It combines the best elements of a Gantt chart, i.e. the visualization of the task flow, with milestones hovering above the timeline.

Just fill in the respective tables to populate the visual. You can find this template by searching in Excel.

Excel Project Plan Templates

A project plan is a document that may require Excel charts, but is otherwise composed in Microsoft Word. For basic projects, however, you may get away with only a Microsoft Excel document.

4. Simple Gantt Chart

When you search Excel's template repository for project plan templates, you'll mainly find different Gantt chart variations, including this Simple Gantt Chart from Vertex42. What sets it apart from the Gantt chart above is the inclusion of project phases. This template is included in Microsoft Excel.

5. Event Planner Template

A project plan really isn't something you typically put together in Excel. However, if you are planning a small project, like a party, you just need a one-page template that lists the essential tasks and lets you define a schedule and a budget. This template from Office Templates Online is a great start.

Excel Project Tracker Template

A search for a tracker will bring up a wild mix of personal and business-related Excel spreadsheet templates for tracking. However, you can narrow down your search by selecting categories that relate to the project management task you're dealing with.

6. Activity-Based Cost Tracker

This tracking template can help you get an overview of direct, indirect, and general and administrative product costs.

7. Project Tracking Template

This Vertex42 template is essential if you are handling multiple different clients, projects, and/or deliverables. It combines project details, expenses, task statuses, and due dates.

Business Plan Templates

Microsoft Excel 2016 had its own category for business plans. You could search for the keyword business and select the Business Plans category on the right.

In Excel 2019 and onwards, you can perform either query, but the latter misses some templates, while the former might be overwhelming. We recommend looking into the following.

Business Plan Checklist

Creating a business plan can be a complex project in and of itself. This checklist will help you cover all your bases by guiding you through the process using a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats) analysis.

Note that you'll find two similar templates in Excel, but they're both identical SWOT analysis checklists, differing only in their formatting.

Startup Expenses

This template is a great starting point for a budding business owner who needs some help with projecting the costs of their endeavor. The template will guide you through the most common assets and services your new business might require.

Once you've filled in all the potential expenses, you'll have a much better idea of how much funding you'll need to raise to get your business up and running. For more business plan templates , take a look at our dedicated article.

Search for Online Templates

Couldn't find the exact project management template you need in Excel? Turn to a third-party online resource for a wide selection of Excel spreadsheet templates. We recommend the following sites.

This website has a few great project management templates for Microsoft Office 2003 and up. The site notes that its templates are mostly related to project scheduling. Anything more complicated might require Microsoft Project or other project management software.

On the page dedicated to project management , you'll find a list of useful material, including, but not limited to, the following:

Project Budgeting
Critical Path Method

Each page contains a quick rundown of what the template does, one or more templates, and further tips and tricks for the respective project management tool. It's a great resource for budding project managers.

TidyForm has a respectable selection of Microsoft Excel project management templates. The most popular categories are listed on the homepage. If you can't immediately spot what you need, switch to the Business section or try the search feature.

When you scroll to the bottom of a section, you'll see a list of popular categories and related categories. This can be helpful when trying to find just the right template. We recommend the following pages:

Project Budget
Project Proposal
Work Breakdown Structure

Still looking for the perfect template? You might have to create custom Excel templates to get exactly what you want.

Managing Microsoft Excel Templates

First, let's see what templates you already have installed in Microsoft Excel. For the purpose of this demonstration, we've used Excel 2019, but the procedure is similar in Microsoft Office 2013 and Office 2016.

Default Templates

When you start up Microsoft Excel, the first window you see will contain a search field for online templates. When you're starting from an existing workbook, go to File > New to arrive at the same view.

Microsoft Excel comes with a selection of pre-installed templates. They are listed underneath the search field. You can pin your favorite ones by clicking the respective symbol in the bottom right of the listing.

Search Online for More Project Templates (Excel 2016)

Searching for the type of template you need is the fastest way to locate it. For example, if you search for the term "project," you may also see template categories listed next to the templates that match your search. The category feature no longer appears in Excel 2019.

Narrow Down Your Search (Excel 2016)

A neat feature is that you can narrow down your search by selecting multiple categories. This helps you exclude templates that may match your keyword, but not your desired category. On the downside, you may find that the perfect template is not available in Microsoft Excel.

Preview & Create Your Template

When you click a template, you'll see a preview with a brief description of what the template provides. You can also pin the template from its preview; the symbol sits in the top right.

To download and use a template, click the Create button, which will open a new Microsoft Excel workbook with the template pre-filled.

Template Ready, Set, Go

Now that you have all the project management templates you could ever need, maybe you're interested in additional tools, tips, and tricks. For example, you could build a custom interactive Excel dashboard to manage data within your projects. The possibilities are endless.

10 Powerful Excel Project Management Templates for Tracking Anything

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ProjectManager’s project workflow software at a glance

ProjectManager is cloud-based project workflow management software that’s equipped with robust features such as kanban boards, Gantt charts and task lists. Here are some of its key features.

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Why do you need project workflow management software?

Easy-to-build project workflows.

With project workflow software like ProjectManager, you don’t have to be a programmer to add triggers that automate workflows. Simple dropdown menus in our workflow software create triggers that automatically change status, priority, assignee and more. Set up as many triggers and actions as you need to manage your workflow.

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Make workflow automations for the kanban board, Gantt chart, sheet or task view. Dropdown menus let you set the description, transition and approvals you want. Review your draft and hit publish when you’re ready to implement it. ProjectManager’s workflow management tools allow you to automate processes across your organization.

Role-based approvals

Secure workflows move forward as planned with task approvals that can be set by project role, skillset and more. You decide who can and who cannot move a task from one status to the next. Approvals can be set up at any point in the project. Approvers are alerted via email or in the mobile app when it’s time to approve, making it easy to manage workflows on the go.

Approvers can be altered by email on the project workflow management software

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Manage your workflow in any of our multiple project views that let those who work in traditional methods collaborate with others who use agile methods. All updates are shared across the project workflow management software to make sure everyone is working from one source of truth. With ProjectManager, you have the freedom to manage tasks how you want within the efficiency of an automated workflow.

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With our project workflow management software, you can create workflows that operate within a larger project plan. Managers can plan on Gantt charts or manage several workflows on roadmaps that capture them all on one shared timeline. Link dependencies, set milestones, filter for the critical path and even set a baseline to measure variance to keep your workflow on track.

ProjectManager is a project workflow software equipped with a Sheet view for planning

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Pull data from your workflows and manage your team’s progress and performance with reports on time, costs and more. Project management reports can be filtered and shared. But don’t forget the real-time dashboard that’s like an instant status report. No workflow management software offers better tracking and reporting for your projects.

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