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Head-to-head · Work Management Software

ClickUp vs Microsoft Planner

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score ClickUp #1 in Work Management Software 9.4/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 6 features Visit ClickUp
Microsoft Planner #5 in Work Management Software 9.0/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 6 features Visit site

ClickUp leads on 0 checks, Microsoft Planner 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 scoreClickUp · 9.4/10
  • Free planboth

ClickUp scores higher on our rubric for work management software: 9.4 against 9.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #5.

ClickUp is the better fit for feature-rich teams seeking low entry pricing. Microsoft Planner is the better fit for organizations already using Microsoft 365.

  • ClickUp fits best

    Feature-rich teams seeking low entry pricing

  • Microsoft Planner fits best

    Organizations already using Microsoft 365

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Side by side

Feature ClickUp 9.4/10 Visit ↗ Microsoft Planner 9.0/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 9.0
Ranking #1 in Work Management Software #5 in Work Management Software
Best for Feature-rich teams seeking low entry pricing Organizations already using Microsoft 365
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $7/user/mo —
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Live chat, Tickets, Docs · 24/7 Docs
Integrations 1,000+ integrations 5 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features ClickUp 0/6 · Microsoft Planner 0/6
Timeline views Not checked yet Not checked yet
Dashboards and reporting Not checked yet Not checked yet
Workflow automation Not checked yet Not checked yet
Resource planning Not checked yet Not checked yet
Portfolio management Not checked yet Not checked yet
Custom fields Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Free plan includes unlimited tasks and unlimited members
  • 47 native integrations, API access, and webhooks
  • Available across web, desktop, mobile, and Chrome extension
  • Multiple task views, including Board, Charts, Calendar, and Timeline
  • Dependencies, backlogs, sprints, goals, reports, and guest access
  • Power Automate actions and triggers through the Planner connector
Cons
  • Free plan includes only 60MB of storage
  • Advanced governance features are limited to Enterprise
  • The broad feature set may feel excessive for simple task lists
  • Premium features require paid Planner subscriptions
  • Premium plans have regional and licensing dependencies
  • Named native integrations center on Microsoft Loop, Outlook, and Teams
Our verdict

ClickUp is a work management platform for teams that brings task management, project planning, Docs, Goals, Dashboards, time tracking, automations, integrations, and AI features into one workspace. Teams can assign work, set priorities and…

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Microsoft Planner is a work-management application for individuals, teams, and project managers. It combines task and plan management with collaboration across Microsoft 365. Tasks can include files, checklists, and labels, while teams can…

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  1. ClickUpWork Management Software 9.4Free plan
  2. Microsoft PlannerWork Management Software 9.0Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • ClickUp — where it wins

    • Free plan includes unlimited tasks and unlimited members
    • 47 native integrations, API access, and webhooks
    • Available across web, desktop, mobile, and Chrome extension

    Where it doesn't

    • Free plan includes only 60MB of storage
    • Advanced governance features are limited to Enterprise
    • The broad feature set may feel excessive for simple task lists

  • Microsoft Planner — where it wins

    • Multiple task views, including Board, Charts, Calendar, and Timeline
    • Dependencies, backlogs, sprints, goals, reports, and guest access
    • Power Automate actions and triggers through the Planner connector

    Where it doesn't

    • Premium features require paid Planner subscriptions
    • Premium plans have regional and licensing dependencies
    • Named native integrations center on Microsoft Loop, Outlook, and Teams
  • ClickUp9.4/10 · Free plan

    A feature-rich work hub with broad views, automation, AI, and low annual entry pricing.

    Visit ClickUpFull verdict →
  • Microsoft Planner9.0/10 · Free plan

    A Microsoft 365-centered planner with capable premium project controls.

    Visit siteFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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