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Head-to-head · Kanban Software

Trello vs Hygger

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score Trello #1 in Kanban Software 9.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 4 features Visit Trello
Hygger #7 in Kanban Software 8.2/10 Paid ✓ 2 of 4 features Visit Hygger

Trello leads on 2 checks, Hygger on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreTrello · 9.3/10
  • Lowest starting priceTrello · $5/user/mo
  • Free planonly Trello

Trello scores higher on our rubric for kanban software: 9.3 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #7.

Trello offers free plan; Hygger doesn't. Trello is cheaper to start at $5/user/mo against $7/user/mo.

Trello is the better fit for teams wanting a versatile Kanban platform. Hygger is the better fit for product teams needing Kanban and agile prioritization.

  • Trello fits best

    Teams wanting a versatile Kanban platform

  • Hygger fits best

    Product teams needing Kanban and agile prioritization

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Side by side

Feature Trello 9.3/10 Visit ↗ Hygger 8.2/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.3 8.2
Ranking #1 in Kanban Software #7 in Kanban Software
Best for Teams wanting a versatile Kanban platform Product teams needing Kanban and agile prioritization
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price $5/user/mo (best) $7/user/mo
Free plan ✓ (best) —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Community, Docs Email, Live chat, Docs
Integrations 200+ integrations 10 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Trello 2/4 · Hygger 2/4
WIP limits Not checked yet Not checked yet
Automation rules ✓ ✓
Custom card fields Not checked yet Not checked yet
Guest access ✓ ✓
Specs
Free board limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Mobile apps Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Free plan includes unlimited cards and unlimited Power-Ups per board
  • Automation, templates, and multiple views support varied workflows
  • Works across web, desktop, mobile, and 200 native integrations
  • WIP limits, swimlanes, sub-columns, and sprint reporting
  • Value/Effort, RICE, ICE, and weighted-scoring frameworks
  • Roadmaps, release management, time tracking, and 10 integrations
Cons
  • Free plan limits each Workspace to 10 boards
  • Advanced views begin with the Premium plan
  • Enterprise pricing is shown only with annual billing
  • No ongoing free plan
  • No automation rules
  • Advanced planning features may exceed simple Kanban needs
Our verdict

Trello is a visual work management tool built around boards, lists, and cards. It suits individuals and teams organizing projects, product work, marketing, engineering, design, startups, and remote workflows. Core features include…

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Hygger is a web-based project and product management application for teams coordinating software development, product, project, marketing, support, HR, and other collaborative work. Its workspace combines Kanban boards, task lists,…

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  1. TrelloKanban Software 9.3Free plan
  2. HyggerKanban Software 8.2Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Trello — where it wins

    • Free plan includes unlimited cards and unlimited Power-Ups per board
    • Automation, templates, and multiple views support varied workflows
    • Works across web, desktop, mobile, and 200 native integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Free plan limits each Workspace to 10 boards
    • Advanced views begin with the Premium plan
    • Enterprise pricing is shown only with annual billing
  • Hygger — where it wins

    • WIP limits, swimlanes, sub-columns, and sprint reporting
    • Value/Effort, RICE, ICE, and weighted-scoring frameworks
    • Roadmaps, release management, time tracking, and 10 integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • No ongoing free plan
    • No automation rules
    • Advanced planning features may exceed simple Kanban needs
  • Trello9.3/10 · Free plan

    A flexible Kanban workspace with automation, multiple views, and broad integrations.

    Visit TrelloFull verdict →
  • Hygger8.2/10 · Paid

    A broad Kanban and agile planning suite, priced for teams ready to move beyond basic boards.

    Visit HyggerFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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