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Wrike alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Wrike: interface is dense and takes time to configure, and best features are locked to Business tier and above. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Wrike, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Asana currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1OpenProject logoOpenProjectOpen sourceYesWeb, Self-hosted4 of 453.6
  1. OpenProject logo

    1. OpenProjectTop pick

    Best for: Organisations that need full-featured project management they can self-host

    Open sourceSelf-hostableWeb, Self-hosted

    53.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Wrike

    Open-source option that can be self-hosted for data control.

    Pros

    • Free, open-source Community edition
    • Gantt, agile boards and time tracking in one tool
    • On-premises or EU-hosted cloud options

    Cons

    • Interface feels dated next to modern SaaS tools
    • Some advanced features need an Enterprise plan
    • Setup of types, workflows and roles takes effort
    Visit OpenProject Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.357
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is OpenProject a good Wrike alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    GPL-3.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free edition
    Community edition
    Checked Oct 25, 2026openproject.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Self-hosting
    DEB/RPM packages or Docker
    Checked Oct 25, 2026openproject.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Hosting options
    On-premises or cloud
    Checked Oct 25, 2026openproject.org(opens source in a new tab)

The best Wrike alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Asana logo

Best Wrike alternative for most people

Asana

Simpler to roll out and easier for casual users, with similar portfolio features.

OpenProject logo

Best Wrike alternative for a free option

OpenProject

Open-source option that can be self-hosted for data control.

ClickUp logo

Best Wrike alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

ClickUp

Comparable depth of views and features at a lower price.

OpenProject logo

Best Wrike alternative for open source

OpenProject

Open-source option that can be self-hosted for data control.

OpenProject logo

Best Wrike alternative for self-hosting

OpenProject

Open-source option that can be self-hosted for data control.

monday.com Work Management logo

Best Wrike alternative for Mac

monday.com Work Management

More visual and easier to customise without an admin.

Asana logo

Best Wrike alternative for Windows

Asana

Simpler to roll out and easier for casual users, with similar portfolio features.

ClickUp logo

Best Wrike alternative for Linux

ClickUp

Comparable depth of views and features at a lower price.

Smartsheet logo

Best Wrike alternative for iPhone and Android

Smartsheet

Grid-first planning for teams that think in spreadsheets.

Teamwork.com logo

Best Wrike alternative for working in the browser

Teamwork.com

Better fit for agencies that bill clients for project time.

Wrike alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Wrike?

Asana ranks first right now. Simpler to roll out and easier for casual users, with similar portfolio features. ClickUp and monday.com Work Management follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Wrike?

Yes. Asana (free plan + paid), ClickUp (free plan + paid), monday.com Work Management (free plan + paid) and Teamwork.com (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Wrike?

Yes: OpenProject. OpenProject can also be self-hosted.

Which Wrike alternatives work on Linux?

ClickUp runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from Wrike?

The complaints we hear most: interface is dense and takes time to configure; best features are locked to Business tier and above; free plan is limited to basic task management.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Wrike, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.