Backlog alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Backlog: git hosting is basic compared with GitHub or GitLab, and free plan limited to one project. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Backlog, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Asana currently ranks first.
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Best Backlog alternative for most people
AsanaBetter for non-technical teams that do not need code hosting.
Best Backlog alternative for a free option
RedmineFree, self-hosted tracker with similar issue and wiki features.
Best Backlog alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
JiraMore powerful workflows and integrations for larger engineering teams.
Best Backlog alternative for open source
OpenProjectOpen-source Gantt and issue tracking you can self-host.
Best Backlog alternative for self-hosting
RedmineFree, self-hosted tracker with similar issue and wiki features.
Best Backlog alternative for Windows
AsanaBetter for non-technical teams that do not need code hosting.
Best Backlog alternative for iPhone and Android
YouTrackFree for up to 10 users with a richer query language.
Best Backlog alternative for working in the browser
ShortcutModern developer tracker with Git integrations.
Backlog alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Backlog?
Asana ranks first right now. Better for non-technical teams that do not need code hosting. Redmine and Jira follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Backlog?
Yes. Asana (free plan + paid), Redmine (open source), Jira (free plan + paid) and YouTrack (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Backlog?
Yes: Redmine and OpenProject. Redmine and OpenProject can also be self-hosted.
Why do people switch from Backlog?
The complaints we hear most: git hosting is basic compared with GitHub or GitLab; free plan limited to one project; fewer integrations than the market leaders.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Backlog, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.