Quick Verdict
Choose Trello if:
You need personal use or small teams
Choose Linear if:
You need engineering teams or startups
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Trello | Linear |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Starting price | Custom | $8/mo |
| G2 Rating | 4.4/5 | 4.8/5 |
| API Available |
Pricing Comparison
Monthly Cost by Team Size
* Pricing estimates based on standard paid plans. Actual costs may vary.
Trello
Pros
- Very easy to use
- Visual and intuitive
- Great free tier
- Flexible Power-Ups
Cons
- Limited for complex projects
- Less reporting
- Can get messy at scale
Linear
Pros
- Blazing fast
- Beautiful UI
- Great keyboard shortcuts
- Real-time sync
Cons
- Limited customization
- No time tracking
- Smaller ecosystem