Jira alternatives: 10 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Jira: complex to administer, and slower and heavier than newer trackers. We ranked 10 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Jira, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Linear currently ranks first.
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Best Jira alternative for most people
LinearMuch faster and simpler, with a clean default workflow for product teams.
Best Jira alternative for a free option
PlaneOpen-source and self-hostable, with issues, cycles and Gantt views.
Best Jira alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
ClickUpFlexible all-in-one tool for teams that don't need Jira's complexity.
Best Jira alternative for open source
OpenProjectOpen-source and self-hostable, a common landing spot after Jira Data Center.
Best Jira alternative for self-hosting
RedmineFree, open-source tracker for teams willing to host it themselves.
Best Jira alternative for Mac
AsanaFriendlier for non-engineering teams working alongside developers.
Best Jira alternative for Linux
HulyOpen-source alternative that also bundles chat, docs and GitHub sync.
Best Jira alternative for iPhone and Android
YouTrackFree for up to 10 users and available as a self-hosted server.
Best Jira alternative for working in the browser
ShortcutSimpler developer tracker with sensible defaults and less admin work.
Jira alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Jira?
Linear ranks first right now. Much faster and simpler, with a clean default workflow for product teams. ClickUp and Asana follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Jira?
Yes. Linear (free plan + paid), ClickUp (free plan + paid), Asana (free plan + paid) and Trello (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Jira?
Yes: Plane, OpenProject, Redmine and Huly. Plane, OpenProject and Redmine can also be self-hosted.
Which Jira alternatives work on Linux?
ClickUp and Huly run on Linux.
Why do people switch from Jira?
The complaints we hear most: complex to administer; slower and heavier than newer trackers.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Jira, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.