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At a Glance
Assembla
Assembla
Star Rating
(128)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (47.2% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
$11.50 1 Per Seat Per Month
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Workfront
Workfront
Star Rating
(1,148)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (50.4% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Assembla excels in user-friendliness, with many users appreciating its intuitive interface that simplifies project management. One user highlighted how the platform allows teams to maintain full visibility of their tasks, making collaboration a standout feature.
  • Users say Workfront shines in its customization capabilities, particularly for complex workflows. Reviewers have noted that features like request queues and custom forms help standardize processes, ensuring that teams provide the necessary information upfront, which can significantly enhance project efficiency.
  • According to verified reviews, Assembla offers a quicker setup experience compared to Workfront. Users have praised its straightforward onboarding process, making it easier for teams to get started without extensive training or configuration challenges.
  • Reviewers mention that Workfront's automation features, such as Fusion, are a major time-saver. Users appreciate the ability to automate repetitive tasks, which streamlines workflows and allows teams to focus on more strategic initiatives.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that while both platforms provide solid support, Assembla has received slightly higher ratings for the quality of its customer service. Users have expressed satisfaction with the responsiveness and helpfulness of Assembla's support team, which can be crucial for small businesses needing quick assistance.
  • Users note that Assembla is particularly well-suited for small businesses, with a significant portion of its user base coming from this segment. In contrast, Workfront is favored by larger enterprises, which may find its robust features more aligned with their complex needs, but could also face challenges in terms of cost and implementation time.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Assembla
Repos
$11.50
1 Per Seat Per Month
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Workfront
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Free Trial
Assembla
Free Trial is available
Workfront
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
114
8.4
920
Ease of Use
8.3
113
7.8
961
Ease of Setup
8.6
61
7.1
403
Ease of Admin
8.5
59
7.9
341
Quality of Support
8.2
94
8.2
779
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
54
8.4
320
Product Direction (% positive)
7.5
113
8.1
914
Features by Category
Not enough data
8.1
272
Tasks
Not enough data
8.8
215
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Verified
Not enough data
8.9
217
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Verified
Not enough data
8.8
215
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Verified
Not enough data
8.5
206
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Verified
Not enough data
8.4
204
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Verified
Not enough data
8.3
197
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Verified
Not enough data
8.4
197
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Verified
Not enough data
8.5
194
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Verified
Projects
Not enough data
8.9
203
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Verified
Not enough data
8.6
196
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Verified
Not enough data
8.2
181
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Verified
Not enough data
8.4
197
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Verified
Not enough data
8.4
195
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Verified
Not enough data
8.3
178
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Verified
Not enough data
8.5
191
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Verified
Not enough data
8.6
194
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Verified
Not enough data
8.3
177
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Verified
Not enough data
8.5
185
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Verified
Not enough data
8.3
176
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Verified
Resource Management
Not enough data
8.3
180
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Verified
Not enough data
8.5
186
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Verified
Not enough data
8.4
190
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Verified
Project Monitoring
Not enough data
8.4
174
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Verified
Not enough data
8.6
182
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Verified
Not enough data
8.6
190
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Verified
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.0
63
Not enough data
6.1
63
Agentic AI - Project Management
Not enough data
5.7
27
Not enough data
6.1
28
Not enough data
6.1
28
Not enough data
5.3
27
Not enough data
5.4
27
Not enough data
5.8
27
Not enough data
6.0
27
Not enough data
6.9
49
Setup
Not enough data
8.5
32
Not enough data
7.9
32
Not enough data
8.2
31
Not enough data
7.8
32
Management
Not enough data
7.4
32
Not enough data
8.4
32
Not enough data
7.7
31
Generative AI
Not enough data
5.9
29
Agentic AI - Workflow Management
Not enough data
5.7
18
Not enough data
5.8
17
Not enough data
5.8
18
Not enough data
6.2
18
Not enough data
5.5
18
Not enough data
6.0
18
Not enough data
6.1
18
Not enough data
7.8
21
Planning
Not enough data
8.3
13
Not enough data
8.1
13
Not enough data
7.9
14
Optimization
Not enough data
8.1
14
Not enough data
7.4
13
Not enough data
6.7
13
Not enough data
Not enough data
Bug Reporting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Bug Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Bug Tracking
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Strategic Planning and ExecutionHide 15 FeaturesShow 15 Features
Not enough data
8.4
27
Prepare
Not enough data
8.4
18
Not enough data
8.1
18
Not enough data
7.9
18
Not enough data
8.0
18
Plan
Not enough data
8.4
18
Not enough data
8.1
19
Not enough data
9.2
19
Not enough data
8.5
18
Optimize
Not enough data
8.8
19
Not enough data
8.5
18
Not enough data
7.9
18
Execute
Not enough data
8.6
18
Not enough data
8.6
18
Not enough data
8.5
18
Not enough data
8.5
19
Kanban Project ManagementHide 16 FeaturesShow 16 Features
Not enough data
9.1
10
Tasks
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
9.0
7
Agentic AI - Kanban Project Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Kanban Boards
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
9.3
7
Planning
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
7.8
46
Task Creation
Not enough data
8.9
32
Not enough data
9.0
32
Not enough data
8.0
32
Not enough data
7.7
32
Task Management
Not enough data
8.5
32
Not enough data
8.2
31
Not enough data
7.9
31
Not enough data
7.7
31
Generative AI
Not enough data
5.6
29
Not enough data
6.0
30
Not enough data
8.1
170
Automation
Not enough data
8.8
136
Not enough data
8.7
138
Not enough data
8.5
133
Administration
Not enough data
8.5
135
Not enough data
8.7
130
Not enough data
9.0
134
Project management
Not enough data
8.9
140
Not enough data
8.7
134
Not enough data
9.0
134
Not enough data
8.7
133
Not enough data
8.7
135
Not enough data
8.6
124
Not enough data
8.8
134
Workload
Not enough data
8.8
128
Not enough data
8.8
131
Not enough data
8.6
127
Not enough data
8.6
127
Communication & Collaboration
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
137
Not enough data
8.9
140
Cost Management
Not enough data
8.7
119
Not enough data
8.7
128
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Integration
Not enough data
8.7
116
Not enough data
8.6
115
Not enough data
8.7
115
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.2
23
Not enough data
6.5
28
Agentic AI - Work Management
Not enough data
5.0
10
Not enough data
5.5
10
Not enough data
5.0
10
Not enough data
5.0
10
Not enough data
7.6
50
Communication
Not enough data
7.1
32
Not enough data
7.7
32
Not enough data
7.1
32
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.6
32
Content & Documents
Not enough data
8.5
32
Not enough data
8.6
32
Not enough data
7.7
32
Not enough data
8.6
32
Controls
Not enough data
8.2
32
Not enough data
8.1
32
Not enough data
8.4
32
Not enough data
7.7
32
Not enough data
7.3
31
Project Management
Not enough data
9.0
31
Not enough data
8.8
32
Not enough data
8.3
32
Not enough data
7.9
32
Remote Collaboration
Not enough data
7.9
32
Not enough data
8.0
32
Not enough data
7.6
32
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
5.6
31
Not enough data
5.8
30
Agentic AI - Project Collaboration
Not enough data
5.8
14
Not enough data
6.0
14
Not enough data
Not enough data
Documentation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
6.7
9
Annotation Tools - Markup Software
Not enough data
6.1
6
Not enough data
5.0
6
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.4
6
Collaboration - Markup Software
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.1
6
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
7.8
6
Security - Markup Software
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.8
6
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Assembla
Assembla
Workfront
Workfront
Assembla and Workfront are categorized as Bug Tracking
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Assembla
Assembla
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
47.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
42.4%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
10.4%
Workfront
Workfront
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
14.4%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
35.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
50.4%
Reviewers' Industry
Assembla
Assembla
Computer Software
24.0%
Information Technology and Services
22.4%
Internet
4.8%
Marketing and Advertising
4.8%
Computer Games
4.0%
Other
40.0%
Workfront
Workfront
Marketing and Advertising
14.4%
Information Technology and Services
8.2%
Computer Software
6.6%
Financial Services
6.2%
Hospital & Health Care
4.3%
Other
60.4%
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Assembla
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Workfront
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Discussions
Assembla
Assembla Discussions
How can I delete file I previously updated on ticket comment ?
1 Comment
MC
Hi Cesare! Thanks for reaching out. Just to clarify, are you asking to remove a file you attached to a ticket? To remove a file you previously attached...Read more
Can I deploy Assembla on my own AWS, Azure, GCP, or on-premise server?
1 Comment
Official Response from Assembla
Yes! For organizations with high standards around security and compliance, Assembla Enterprise Self Hosted provides a completely self-managed version of the...Read more
Monty the Mongoose crying
Assembla has no more discussions with answers
Workfront
Workfront Discussions
Are there any built-in training articles/videos or anything?
8 Comments
Stephen J.
SJ
Yes there is built in help with in the Workfront app. There are also online user group for specific regions and numerous communities that address different...Read more
How Important Is Diversity To You, And What Value Does It Bring?
2 Comments
AE
To me diversity is a mixture of different people with different backgrounds, ethnicities and customs working together to achieve a common goal.Read more
What is Workfront used for?
1 Comment
JF
Project management at it's finest. Lots of bell and whistles.Read more