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Head-to-head · Bug Tracking Software

Bugzilla vs Redmine

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Bugzilla #3 in Bug Tracking Software 9.0/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Bugzilla
Redmine #5 in Bug Tracking Software 8.6/10 Open source ✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Redmine

Bugzilla leads on 0 checks, Redmine on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreBugzilla · 9.0/10
  • Free planonly Bugzilla

Bugzilla scores higher on our rubric for bug tracking software: 9.0 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #5.

Bugzilla is the better fit for teams comfortable managing self-hosted software. Redmine is the better fit for teams wanting flexible self-hosted issue management.

  • Bugzilla fits best

    Teams comfortable managing self-hosted software

  • Redmine fits best

    Teams wanting flexible self-hosted issue management

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Side by side

Feature Bugzilla 9.0/10 Visit ↗ Redmine 8.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.0 8.6
Ranking #3 in Bug Tracking Software #5 in Bug Tracking Software
Best for Teams comfortable managing self-hosted software Teams wanting flexible self-hosted issue management
Pricing model Free Free
Starting price Free plan Open source
Free plan ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Free trial — —
Deployment Self-hosted Self-hosted
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux Web
Support Email, Live chat, Community, Docs Community, Docs
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Bugzilla 0/3 · Redmine 0/3
Sprint planning Not checked yet Not checked yet
Self-hosted option Not checked yet Not checked yet
Mobile apps Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Issue limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Bug intake Not checked yet Not checked yet
Workflow customization Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Advanced full-text and time-based bug search
  • Custom fields, configurable workflows, and extensions
  • Reports, time tracking, notifications, and a REST API
  • Configurable issue types, statuses, workflows, and role-based access
  • Combines issue tracking with Gantt charts, calendars, and time reporting
  • Supports multiple projects, SCM repositories, LDAP, and a REST API
Cons
  • Requires teams to install and manage their own server
  • Mobile coverage is not established in the listed platform details
  • Verified third-party integrations are limited
  • Teams must host and maintain the deployment themselves
  • Support channels are community resources and documentation
  • Workflow flexibility requires teams to configure their own system
Our verdict

For software teams that need to record, assign, prioritize, discuss, and report on defects and change requests, Bugzilla offers a focused, open-source tracking system. It has been available since 1998 and is self-hosted, so an organization…

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Redmine is an open-source, self-hosted web application for teams managing issues alongside broader project work. Its scope includes multiple projects and subprojects, role-based permissions, configurable workflows, custom issue statuses…

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  1. BugzillaBug Tracking Software 9.0Free plan
  2. RedmineBug Tracking Software 8.6Open source

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Bugzilla — where it wins

    • Advanced full-text and time-based bug search
    • Custom fields, configurable workflows, and extensions
    • Reports, time tracking, notifications, and a REST API

    Where it doesn't

    • Requires teams to install and manage their own server
    • Mobile coverage is not established in the listed platform details
    • Verified third-party integrations are limited

  • Redmine — where it wins

    • Configurable issue types, statuses, workflows, and role-based access
    • Combines issue tracking with Gantt charts, calendars, and time reporting
    • Supports multiple projects, SCM repositories, LDAP, and a REST API

    Where it doesn't

    • Teams must host and maintain the deployment themselves
    • Support channels are community resources and documentation
    • Workflow flexibility requires teams to configure their own system
  • Bugzilla9.0/10 · Free plan

    A focused, self-hosted bug tracker with configurable workflows and no listed license cost.

    Visit BugzillaFull verdict →
  • Redmine8.6/10 · Open source

    Redmine combines configurable issue tracking with project planning and time tracking on your own hosting.

    Visit RedmineFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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