OpenProject
OpenProject: A broad, self-hosted PM suite for teams that value control over simplicity. Ranked #15 of 188 in Project Management Software by our editors (8.0/10); pricing: Free plan · 14-day trial; best for self-hosted teams wanting open-source PM.
At a glance
- Editor score8.0 / 10
- PricingFree plan · 14-day trial
- Best forSelf-hosted teams wanting open-source PM
- Free planYes
- Paid from€5.95/user/mo
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Free self-managed Community edition with unlimited user capacity
- Gantt, boards, calendars, portfolios, resources, and time tracking
- REST API plus integrations with GitHub, GitLab, and file platforms
Where it doesn't
- Automation rules are not available
- Guest access is not supported
- Basic plan requires a 25-user minimum
Our verdict on OpenProject
OpenProject is web-based, open-source project management software for organizations using classic, Agile, or hybrid methods. Its work packages cover tasks, subtasks, deliverables, milestones, and dependencies, while teams can manage work through list, board, timeline, Gantt, and calendar views. It is especially suited to organizations that want a self-managed installation and a broad planning toolkit rather than a narrowly focused task tracker.
The free Community plan includes Community features, Community support, and self-managed installation at $0 per installation. The Basic plan starts at $7.25 per user per month when billed monthly, adds Basic Enterprise add-ons and email support, and has a 25-user minimum on the pricing page. Professional adds Professional Enterprise add-ons and phone support; Premium adds Premium Enterprise add-ons, remote hands, and installation and upgrade assistance; Corporate adds Corporate Enterprise add-ons, a dedicated support engineer, and onboarding support. A 14-day free trial is also available.
OpenProject’s breadth is a central strength: it combines Scrum and Kanban boards with roadmaps, portfolio management, resource planning, time tracking, cost reporting, calendars, reporting, and a built-in project wiki. Its REST API supports integrations and automation, and listed integrations include GitHub, GitLab, Nextcloud, OneDrive, SharePoint, and XWiki. The trade-off is a more structured suite for teams that need planning depth, while automation rules and guest access are not available. Choose OpenProject for open-source control, self-hosting, and cross-method project management; choose a simpler alternative if lightweight collaboration or guest participation is the priority.
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OpenProject pricing
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OpenProject fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | €5.95/user/mo |
| Task views | Not verified |
| Automation rules | Yes |
| Time tracking | Yes |
| Guest access | Yes |
| Free-plan user limit | Not verified |
| Native integrations | 6 integrations |
| Free trial | 14 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web |
| Compliance & security | GDPR, ISO 27001, SSO/SAML, 2FA |
| Support | Email, Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 6 integrations: GitHub, GitLab, Nextcloud, OneDrive, SharePoint, XWiki See all → |
| Pricing | Free plan · 14-day trial (source) |
| Website | openproject.org |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
OpenProject integrations
OpenProject lists 6 integrations on its own site.
- GitHub
- GitLab
- Nextcloud
- OneDrive
- SharePoint
- XWiki
See all OpenProject integrations →
Alternatives to OpenProject
- ClickUpBroad project control with tasks, Docs, automations, reporting, time tracking, and AI.9.4
- JiraA mature choice for agile delivery teams needing boards, backlogs, workflows, and automation.9.3
- AsanaA mature project hub with flexible views, automation, reporting, and AI features.9.2
See all OpenProject alternatives →
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OpenProject is ranked in 11 of our directories; the 6 strongest besides Project Management Software.
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