Compare Backlog and Redmine 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (45.7% of reviews)
Mid-Market (42.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Per Month
No pricing available
Backlog
Star Rating
(432)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (45.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Per Month
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Star Rating
(257)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (42.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Backlog excels in user experience, with many users highlighting its intuitive interface and efficient task management features. One user mentioned that Backlog helps them manage tasks efficiently by automatically setting time limits, which significantly reduces the time spent on task management.
- Users say that Redmine offers strong organizational capabilities, particularly for tracking bugs and incidents. Reviewers appreciate its user-friendly nature and the extensive range of plugins available, which enhance its adaptability to various project needs.
- According to verified reviews, Backlog stands out for its quick implementation process, with users noting that the initial setup took less than half an hour. This ease of setup is a significant advantage for teams looking to get started without lengthy onboarding.
- Reviewers mention that while Redmine provides a well-balanced functionality, it sometimes struggles with configuration challenges, which can hinder its ability to meet specific workflow needs. Users have pointed out that this can lead to a steeper learning curve compared to Backlog.
- G2 reviewers highlight the quality of support provided by Backlog, with many users praising its responsiveness and helpfulness. In contrast, Redmine's support has received mixed feedback, with some users expressing a desire for more robust assistance options.
- Users report that both tools are effective for project management, but Backlog's features for organizing issues and requirements are particularly well-received. One user noted how easy it is to follow and assign tickets, which enhances collaboration and task tracking within teams.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Backlog
Free
Free
Per Month
For small projects
Up to 10 users
- 10 users
- 1 project
- 100 MB storage
Redmine
No pricing availableFree Trial
Backlog
Free Trial is available
Redmine
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.1
321
8.3
224
Ease of Use
9.3
323
7.8
224
Ease of Setup
9.5
222
7.0
90
Ease of Admin
8.8
83
8.0
85
Quality of Support
9.1
279
7.0
134
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
77
7.7
58
Product Direction (% positive)
9.3
312
6.5
215
Features by Category
Tasks
9.3
117
9.0
36
|
Verified
9.1
115
9.0
35
|
Verified
9.2
114
8.6
35
|
Verified
8.9
110
8.3
30
|
Verified
8.6
113
7.8
30
|
Verified
8.7
110
7.5
29
|
Verified
8.9
111
7.1
28
|
Verified
8.9
110
7.3
30
|
Verified
Projects
8.9
109
8.4
31
|
Verified
8.8
109
8.1
26
|
Verified
8.8
110
8.0
27
|
Verified
8.8
107
8.1
29
|
Verified
8.9
109
8.2
29
|
Verified
8.7
108
7.3
20
|
Verified
9.1
110
Feature Not Available
8.6
106
7.5
23
|
Verified
8.6
107
7.3
20
|
Verified
8.8
107
8.3
26
|
Verified
8.7
106
8.1
24
|
Verified
Resource Management
8.9
106
8.1
26
|
Verified
8.9
105
Feature Not Available
9.0
105
8.3
26
|
Verified
Project Monitoring
8.9
105
7.3
22
|
Verified
8.7
106
7.7
23
|
Verified
8.9
107
7.6
29
|
Verified
Generative AI
8.3
56
4.7
5
8.4
57
4.0
5
Agentic AI - Project Management
10.0
7
Not enough data
10.0
7
Not enough data
10.0
7
Not enough data
9.6
8
Not enough data
10.0
7
Not enough data
10.0
7
Not enough data
10.0
7
Not enough data
Bug Reporting
9.0
144
Not enough data
9.0
143
Not enough data
9.1
154
Not enough data
Bug Monitoring
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
155
Not enough data
9.1
148
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Bug Tracking
9.8
8
Not enough data
10.0
8
Not enough data
10.0
8
Not enough data
Task Creation
9.2
91
Not enough data
9.1
87
Not enough data
9.1
84
Not enough data
9.2
84
Not enough data
Task Management
9.3
87
Not enough data
9.1
84
Not enough data
8.9
86
Not enough data
9.0
83
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.4
38
Not enough data
8.6
37
Not enough data
Automation
8.9
47
Not enough data
8.9
47
Not enough data
9.1
48
Not enough data
Administration
9.3
47
Not enough data
9.2
47
Not enough data
9.7
48
Not enough data
Project management
9.4
48
Not enough data
9.1
46
Not enough data
9.2
47
Not enough data
9.3
47
Not enough data
9.1
47
Not enough data
9.0
47
Not enough data
9.6
47
Not enough data
Workload
9.3
48
Not enough data
9.4
48
Not enough data
9.2
48
Not enough data
9.2
46
Not enough data
Communication & Collaboration
9.4
48
Not enough data
9.1
48
Not enough data
9.4
49
Not enough data
Cost Management
9.1
46
Not enough data
9.2
46
Not enough data
9.3
46
Not enough data
Integration
9.0
46
Not enough data
9.1
46
Not enough data
9.2
45
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.7
24
Not enough data
8.8
24
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Work 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
Communication
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
69
Not enough data
8.1
65
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
63
Not enough data
Content & Documents
8.4
67
Not enough data
8.5
71
Not enough data
8.4
71
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Controls
8.4
70
Not enough data
8.4
64
Not enough data
8.7
69
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Project Management
9.3
85
Not enough data
9.1
71
Not enough data
9.0
75
Not enough data
8.6
69
Not enough data
Remote Collaboration
8.8
68
Not enough data
8.9
68
Not enough data
8.7
65
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.7
29
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Project Collaboration
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Backlog and Redmine are categorized as Project Management
Unique Categories
Backlog is categorized as Project Collaboration, Version Control Hosting, Task Management, Bug Tracking, and Work Management
Redmine has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Backlog
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Redmine
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
44.1%
Computer Software
19.8%
Hospital & Health Care
2.2%
Marketing and Advertising
2.0%
Financial Services
1.7%
Other
30.2%
Information Technology and Services
26.4%
Computer Software
18.9%
Internet
5.1%
Marketing and Advertising
3.9%
Higher Education
3.1%
Other
42.5%
Discussions
What is Backlog used for?
1 Comment
Official Response from Backlog
Hi there,
Backlog is a project management sofware with which you can manage projects, tasks, code, bugs, and much more. All your projects, all your tasks,...Read more
WHAT IS backlog project management?
1 Comment
Official Response from Backlog
Hi there, Backlog is a project management sofware with which you can manage projects, tasks, code, bugs, and much more. All your projects, all your tasks,...Read more
What is in a backlog?
1 Comment
Official Response from Backlog
Hi there, Backlog offers many different features that help customers with project management. You can learn about all Backlog features here:...Read more
What is the use of redmine tool?
1 Comment
PK
It is mostly used to track bugs and can be used to track efforts of employees as well.Read more
Is Redmine provides tools for a flexible import from a simple CSV file?
1 Comment
SD
Although there are a lot of export tools built in including CSV format, there isn't much in the way of import. You might want to look through the 3rd party...Read more
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