Head-to-head · Agile Project Management Software
Jira vs OpenProject
Jira leads on 0 checks, OpenProject 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 scoreJira · 9.2/10
- Free planboth
Jira scores higher on our rubric for agile project management software: 9.2 against 7.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #4.
Jira is the better fit for teams wanting broad, affordable agile planning. OpenProject is the better fit for open-source teams needing full project management.
- Jira fits best
Teams wanting broad, affordable agile planning
- OpenProject fits best
Open-source teams needing full project management
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Side by side
| Feature | Jira 9.2/10 Visit ↗ | OpenProject 7.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.2 | 7.6 |
| Ranking | #1 in Agile Project Management Software | #4 in Agile Project Management Software |
| Best for | Teams wanting broad, affordable agile planning | Open-source teams needing full project management |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $7.91/user/mo | Not published |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Free trial length | 7 days · no card needed | 14 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted, Mobile | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Support | Community, Phone, Tickets, Docs · 24/7 | Email, Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs |
| Compliance | SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, SSO/SAML, 2FA | GDPR, ISO 27001, SSO/SAML, 2FA |
| Integrations | 3,000+ integrations | 6 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Jira 0/7 · OpenProject 0/7 | ||
| Scrum support | Not published | Not published |
| Kanban support | Not published | Not published |
| Backlog management | Not published | Not published |
| Sprint planning | Not published | Not published |
| Story points | Not published | Not published |
| Agile reporting | Not published | Not published |
| Roadmap view | Not published | Not published |
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| Our verdict | Jira is Atlassian’s project and work-management platform for software, product, marketing, operations, and other teams. It combines Scrum and Kanban boards with list, timeline, calendar, and summary views, giving teams several ways to plan… Read the review → |
OpenProject is open-source project management software for teams running classic, agile, or hybrid projects. It brings work packages, task planning, Scrum and Kanban boards, Gantt charts, calendars, time tracking, budgets, reporting,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Jira — where it wins
- Free plan supports up to 10 users with multiple planning views
- Combines Scrum and Kanban boards with workflows, reports, and automation
- Supports dependencies, guest access, mobile apps, API, and integrations
Where it doesn't
- Free plan includes 2 GB of storage and 150 automation steps monthly
- Cross-team planning and dependency management start on Premium
- Advanced admin controls and security are reserved for Enterprise
OpenProject — where it wins
- Free Community edition with unlimited users and projects
- Combines Scrum, Kanban, Gantt, calendars, and dependencies
- Includes time tracking, reporting, documentation, and portfolio tools
Where it doesn't
- Community edition is self-managed
- Email support starts with the Basic plan
- Phone support starts with the Professional plan
- Jira9.2/10 · Free plan · paid from $7.91/user/mo · 7-day trial
A broad agile planning workspace with strong views, automation, and a generous free tier.
Visit JiraFull verdict → - OpenProject7.6/10 · Free plan · paid from €5.95/user/mo · 14-day trial
A broad agile and hybrid project suite with free self-hosting and paid support tiers.
Visit OpenProjectFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026
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