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Head-to-head · Project Management Software

ClickUp vs Podio

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score ClickUp #1 in Project Management Software 9.8/10 Free plan · paid from $7/user/mo (annual) Free plan✓ 3 of 3 features Visit ClickUp
Podio #72 in Project Management Software 4.9/10 Free plan · paid from $11.20/user/mo (annual) · 30-day trial Free plan✓ 2 of 3 features Visit Podio

ClickUp leads on 2 checks, Podio on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreClickUp · 9.8/10
  • Lowest starting priceClickUp · $7/user/mo
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresClickUp · 3 of 3

ClickUp scores higher on our rubric for project management software: 9.8 against 4.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #72.

ClickUp is cheaper to start at $7/user/mo against $11.2/user/mo. ClickUp offers time tracking; Podio doesn't.

ClickUp is the better fit for all-purpose teams needing broad project control. Podio is the better fit for teams needing customizable no-code workspaces.

  • ClickUp fits best

    All-purpose teams needing broad project control

  • Podio fits best

    Teams needing customizable no-code workspaces

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Side by side

Feature ClickUp 9.8/10 Visit ↗ Podio 4.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.8 4.9
Ranking #1 in Project Management Software #72 in Project Management Software
Best for All-purpose teams needing broad project control Teams needing customizable no-code workspaces
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $7/user/mo (best) $11.2/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 Live chat, Tickets, Community, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI DSS, 2FA SOC 2, ISO 27001
Integrations 1,000+ integrations 13 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features ClickUp 3/3 · Podio 2/3
Automation rules ✓ ✓
Time tracking ✓ (best) —
Guest access ✓ ✓
Specs
Task views Not published Not published
Free-plan user limit Not published 5 users
Native integrations Not published 12 integrations
Our review
Pros
  • Multiple task views, including List, Board, Calendar, Gantt, and Timeline
  • Combines Docs, Goals, Dashboards, time tracking, automations, and AI
  • Works across web, desktop, mobile, and Chrome extension
  • Custom apps, workspaces, views, and workflows adapt to varied processes.
  • Tasks support assignments, reminders, recurring work, and due dates.
  • External access, webforms, API integrations, and partner extensions broaden use cases.
Cons
  • Free Forever includes 60MB of storage
  • Advanced governance and identity features are limited to Enterprise
  • The broad feature set may be more than focused teams need
  • The Free plan supports up to 5 users.
  • Time tracking is an optional extension, not a native core feature.
  • Visual reports and PDF generation are available only on Premium.
Our verdict

ClickUp is a work management platform for teams that need to organize projects, tasks, documentation, goals, and reporting in one environment. Its task system supports assignees, statuses, priorities, dates, subtasks, checklists, comments,…

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Podio is a work management platform for teams that need to shape project tracking around their own processes. Its no-code apps and workspaces can support tasks, CRM activity, approvals, client work, and other business workflows without…

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  1. ClickUpProject Management Software 9.8Free plan · paid from $7/user/mo (annual)
  2. PodioProject Management Software 4.9Free plan · paid from $11.20/user/mo (annual) · 30-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • ClickUp — where it wins

    • Multiple task views, including List, Board, Calendar, Gantt, and Timeline
    • Combines Docs, Goals, Dashboards, time tracking, automations, and AI
    • Works across web, desktop, mobile, and Chrome extension

    Where it doesn't

    • Free Forever includes 60MB of storage
    • Advanced governance and identity features are limited to Enterprise
    • The broad feature set may be more than focused teams need

  • Podio — where it wins

    • Custom apps, workspaces, views, and workflows adapt to varied processes.
    • Tasks support assignments, reminders, recurring work, and due dates.
    • External access, webforms, API integrations, and partner extensions broaden use cases.

    Where it doesn't

    • The Free plan supports up to 5 users.
    • Time tracking is an optional extension, not a native core feature.
    • Visual reports and PDF generation are available only on Premium.
  • ClickUp9.8/10 · Free plan · paid from $7/user/mo (annual)

    Broad project control with tasks, Docs, automations, reporting, time tracking, and AI.

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  • Podio4.9/10 · Free plan · paid from $11.20/user/mo (annual) · 30-day trial

    A flexible no-code workspace for teams that need adaptable project structures.

    Visit PodioFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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