OpenProject alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave OpenProject: interface feels dated next to modern SaaS tools, and some advanced features need an Enterprise plan. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces OpenProject, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Redmine currently ranks first.
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Best OpenProject alternative for most people
RedmineOlder, simpler open-source tracker with many plugins.
Best OpenProject alternative for a free option
TaigaLighter open-source option focused on Scrum and Kanban.
Best OpenProject alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
JiraHosted market leader with a far larger app marketplace.
Best OpenProject alternative for open source
PlaneModern open-source issue tracker with a quicker interface.
Best OpenProject alternative for self-hosting
RedmineOlder, simpler open-source tracker with many plugins.
Best OpenProject alternative for Mac
WrikeCommercial enterprise work management with resource planning.
Best OpenProject alternative for iPhone and Android
SmartsheetHosted, grid-based portfolio planning for teams that do not need self-hosting.
Best OpenProject alternative for working in the browser
RedmineOlder, simpler open-source tracker with many plugins.
OpenProject alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to OpenProject?
Redmine ranks first right now. Older, simpler open-source tracker with many plugins. Jira and Taiga follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to OpenProject?
Yes. Redmine (open source), Jira (free plan + paid), Taiga (open source) and Plane (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to OpenProject?
Yes: Redmine, Taiga and Plane. Redmine, Taiga and Plane can also be self-hosted.
Why do people switch from OpenProject?
The complaints we hear most: interface feels dated next to modern SaaS tools; some advanced features need an Enterprise plan; setup of types, workflows and roles takes effort.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces OpenProject, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.