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Head-to-head · Task Management Software

Asana vs Trello

  • Updated Nov 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
Higher score Asana #3 in Task Management Software 9.2/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 4 features Visit Asana
Trello #4 in Task Management Software 9.0/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 4 features Visit Trello

Asana leads on 0 checks, Trello on 1, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreAsana · 9.2/10
  • Lowest starting priceTrello · $5/user/mo
  • Free planboth

Asana scores higher on our rubric for task management software: 9.2 against 9.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #4.

Trello is cheaper to start at $5/user/mo against $10.99/user/mo.

Asana is the better fit for mature teams needing structured project management. Trello is the better fit for visual Kanban workflows and collaborative teams.

  • Asana fits best

    Mature teams needing structured project management

  • Trello fits best

    Visual Kanban workflows and collaborative teams

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Side by side

Feature Asana 9.2/10 Visit ↗ Trello 9.0/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.2 9.0
Ranking #3 in Task Management Software #4 in Task Management Software
Best for Mature teams needing structured project management Visual Kanban workflows and collaborative teams
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $10.99/user/mo $5/user/mo (best)
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Support Live chat, Tickets, Community, Docs Community, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, SSO/SAML, 2FA SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, SSO/SAML, 2FA
Integrations 200+ integrations 200+ integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Asana 1/4 · Trello 1/4
Task dependencies Not checked yet Not checked yet
Recurring tasks Not checked yet Not checked yet
Native time tracking Not checked yet Not checked yet
Guest access ✓ ✓
Specs
Task views Not checked yet Not checked yet
Automation actions Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Multiple views, including list, board, calendar, timeline, and Gantt
  • Automation, forms, custom fields, goals, and reporting
  • Resource management, time tracking, permissions, and guest collaboration
  • Free plan supports up to 10 users with unlimited cards
  • Automation, templates, Power-Ups, and a REST API extend workflows
  • Premium adds Calendar, Timeline, Table, Dashboard, and Map views
Cons
  • The free Personal plan supports up to 2 users
  • Paid plans start at $10.99 per user per month with annual billing
  • Advanced planning features require higher-priced paid tiers
  • Free Workspaces are limited to 10 boards
  • Advanced project views start with the Premium plan
  • Enterprise pricing is listed with annual billing
Our verdict

Asana is project and work management software for individuals, small teams, growing organizations, and enterprises. It organizes tasks into projects and supports list, board, calendar, timeline, and Gantt views. Teams can assign work, set…

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Trello is a visual work management tool for individuals and teams that organize projects through boards, lists, and cards. Task assignees, due dates, checklists, custom fields, templates, and no-code automation support workflows across…

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  1. AsanaTask Management Software 9.2Free plan
  2. TrelloTask Management Software 9.0Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Asana — where it wins

    • Multiple views, including list, board, calendar, timeline, and Gantt
    • Automation, forms, custom fields, goals, and reporting
    • Resource management, time tracking, permissions, and guest collaboration

    Where it doesn't

    • The free Personal plan supports up to 2 users
    • Paid plans start at $10.99 per user per month with annual billing
    • Advanced planning features require higher-priced paid tiers

  • Trello — where it wins

    • Free plan supports up to 10 users with unlimited cards
    • Automation, templates, Power-Ups, and a REST API extend workflows
    • Premium adds Calendar, Timeline, Table, Dashboard, and Map views

    Where it doesn't

    • Free Workspaces are limited to 10 boards
    • Advanced project views start with the Premium plan
    • Enterprise pricing is listed with annual billing
  • Asana9.2/10 · Free plan

    A mature task manager with broad project views, automation, and resource planning.

    Visit AsanaFull verdict →
  • Trello9.0/10 · Free plan

    A flexible Kanban workspace with automation, integrations, and multiple project views.

    Visit TrelloFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026

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