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Head-to-head · Task Management Software

ClickUp vs Trello

  • Updated Nov 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
Higher score ClickUp #2 in Task Management Software 9.4/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 4 features Visit ClickUp
Trello #4 in Task Management Software 9.0/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 4 features Visit Trello

ClickUp 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 scoreClickUp · 9.4/10
  • Lowest starting priceTrello · $5/user/mo
  • Free planboth

ClickUp scores higher on our rubric for task management software: 9.4 against 9.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #4.

Trello is cheaper to start at $5/user/mo against $7/user/mo.

ClickUp is the better fit for teams wanting broad task and workflow management. Trello is the better fit for visual Kanban workflows and collaborative teams.

  • ClickUp fits best

    Teams wanting broad task and workflow management

  • Trello fits best

    Visual Kanban workflows and collaborative teams

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Side by side

Feature ClickUp 9.4/10 Visit ↗ Trello 9.0/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 9.0
Ranking #2 in Task Management Software #4 in Task Management Software
Best for Teams wanting broad task and workflow management Visual Kanban workflows and collaborative teams
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $7/user/mo $5/user/mo (best)
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Support Email, Live chat, Tickets, Docs · 24/7 Community, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI DSS, 2FA SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, SSO/SAML, 2FA
Integrations 1,000+ integrations 200+ integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features ClickUp 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 task views, including List, Board, Calendar, Gantt, and Timeline
  • Free plan includes unlimited tasks, members, Docs, Kanban Boards, and Sprint Management
  • Combines automation, time tracking, dashboards, AI, integrations, and collaboration tools
  • 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
  • Free Forever includes 60MB of storage
  • Advanced governance features are reserved for Enterprise
  • Business limits automations to 5K per month
  • Free Workspaces are limited to 10 boards
  • Advanced project views start with the Premium plan
  • Enterprise pricing is listed with annual billing
Our verdict

ClickUp is a work management platform for teams that need to organize tasks, projects, documentation, goals, reporting, and collaboration in one environment. Work can be structured through spaces, folders, lists, and tasks, with assignees,…

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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. ClickUpTask Management Software 9.4Free plan
  2. TrelloTask Management Software 9.0Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • ClickUp — where it wins

    • Multiple task views, including List, Board, Calendar, Gantt, and Timeline
    • Free plan includes unlimited tasks, members, Docs, Kanban Boards, and Sprint Management
    • Combines automation, time tracking, dashboards, AI, integrations, and collaboration tools

    Where it doesn't

    • Free Forever includes 60MB of storage
    • Advanced governance features are reserved for Enterprise
    • Business limits automations to 5K per month

  • 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
  • ClickUp9.4/10 · Free plan

    A broad task and workflow platform with strong views, automation, and collaboration coverage.

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  • 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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