Compare Basecamp and Microsoft Project Server 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (49.7% of reviews)
Enterprise (45.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
$30 per user per month
Basecamp
Star Rating
(5,462)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (49.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Browse all 3 pricing plansMicrosoft Project Server
Star Rating
(184)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (45.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$30 per user per month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Basecamp excels in user-friendliness, with many users appreciating its intuitive interface and practical task management features. One user mentioned, "Basecamp is easy to use and the UI is user friendly," highlighting its low overhead while still covering essential project management needs.
- Users say that Microsoft Project Server offers robust centralization capabilities, making it easier for teams to align on projects and resources. A reviewer noted, "What I like best about Microsoft Project Server is how easily you can centralize everything—projects, timelines, resources," which can be a significant advantage for larger teams managing complex projects.
- Reviewers mention that Basecamp's implementation process is quick and straightforward, with many users finding it easy to get started. One user shared, "I use Basecamp daily as part of my regular workflow," indicating that the onboarding experience is smooth and efficient.
- According to verified reviews, Microsoft Project Server is recognized for its extensive feature set, which some users find beneficial despite a steeper learning curve. A user commented, "Lot of features and hassle-free experience," suggesting that while it may require some initial training, the capabilities can be quite powerful for project management.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Basecamp shines in task creation and assignment, with users praising its structured approach to keeping projects organized. One user stated, "Creating and assigning tasks is straightforward," which can significantly enhance productivity for teams looking to streamline their workflows.
- Users report that while Microsoft Project Server has a solid performance in project planning and GANTT chart features, it may not be as accessible for smaller teams. A reviewer noted, "Easy to use, not a lot of training needed," but this ease may not translate as well for smaller businesses compared to Basecamp's more straightforward approach.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Basecamp
Basecamp Free
Free
Basecamp Free is free forever! No credit card required.
- Completely free
- Manage one project
- 1GB storage space
Free Trial
Basecamp
Free Trial is available
Microsoft Project Server
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.5
4,841
8.4
127
Ease of Use
8.5
4,853
7.6
126
Ease of Setup
8.7
1,457
7.1
52
Ease of Admin
8.6
1,336
7.3
49
Quality of Support
8.4
3,249
7.8
112
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
1,183
7.8
47
Product Direction (% positive)
7.5
4,731
7.2
122
Features by Category
Communication
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Content 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
Productivity Tools
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
Administration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Tasks
9.0
613
|
Verified
8.3
60
|
Verified
9.0
611
|
Verified
8.6
63
|
Verified
8.5
582
|
Verified
8.4
62
|
Verified
9.1
613
|
Verified
7.9
59
|
Verified
8.1
272
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
7.6
57
|
Verified
8.7
570
|
Verified
7.5
58
|
Verified
8.5
322
Feature Not Available
Projects
8.8
570
|
Verified
8.8
63
|
Verified
8.6
310
8.6
60
|
Verified
8.2
464
|
Verified
8.9
61
|
Verified
8.7
543
|
Verified
8.8
61
|
Verified
8.6
510
|
Verified
8.3
60
|
Verified
8.0
238
7.5
59
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
7.7
59
|
Verified
8.5
500
|
Verified
8.0
58
|
Verified
8.0
226
Feature Not Available
8.1
240
7.4
58
|
Verified
8.5
460
|
Verified
7.7
55
|
Verified
Resource Management
8.5
476
|
Verified
8.2
60
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.0
61
|
Verified
8.8
523
|
Verified
8.5
62
|
Verified
Project Monitoring
8.6
473
|
Verified
7.9
58
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.5
63
|
Verified
8.7
522
|
Verified
7.8
61
|
Verified
Generative AI
6.5
85
7.6
16
6.8
86
7.5
16
Agentic AI - Project Management
5.9
49
Not enough data
6.5
49
Not enough data
6.6
49
Not enough data
6.1
49
Not enough data
6.3
49
Not enough data
6.1
49
Not enough data
6.5
50
Not enough data
Setup
8.5
83
Not enough data
8.5
84
Not enough data
7.9
65
Not enough data
8.8
90
Not enough data
Management
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
76
Not enough data
8.0
75
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.7
40
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Workflow Management
5.5
16
Not enough data
5.4
16
Not enough data
5.7
15
Not enough data
5.8
16
Not enough data
5.8
16
Not enough data
6.1
16
Not enough data
5.8
16
Not enough data
Task Creation
8.8
143
Not enough data
8.9
144
Not enough data
8.6
140
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Task Management
8.4
139
Not enough data
8.9
142
Not enough data
7.7
104
Not enough data
8.5
131
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.1
52
Not enough data
7.1
52
Not enough data
Automation
8.0
93
Not enough data
7.9
90
Not enough data
8.0
89
Not enough data
Administration
8.3
86
Not enough data
8.3
86
Not enough data
8.9
88
Not enough data
Project management
8.7
93
Not enough data
8.0
85
Not enough data
8.4
89
Not enough data
8.4
87
Not enough data
8.4
87
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
88
Not enough data
Workload
8.4
69
Not enough data
8.4
89
Not enough data
8.4
82
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Communication & Collaboration
8.6
90
Not enough data
8.6
90
Not enough data
8.8
92
Not enough data
Cost Management
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Integration
8.0
75
Not enough data
7.9
78
Not enough data
7.9
79
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.7
39
Not enough data
6.7
39
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Work Management
5.5
18
Not enough data
5.5
18
Not enough data
5.6
18
Not enough data
5.6
18
Not enough data
Communication
8.4
180
Not enough data
8.5
191
Not enough data
8.1
172
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
175
Not enough data
Content & Documents
8.8
191
Not enough data
8.7
181
Not enough data
8.4
179
Not enough data
8.1
157
Not enough data
Controls
8.1
158
Not enough data
8.0
152
Not enough data
8.5
177
Not enough data
8.4
174
Not enough data
8.2
157
Not enough data
Project Management
8.8
194
Not enough data
8.6
186
Not enough data
8.7
182
Not enough data
8.1
160
Not enough data
Remote Collaboration
8.5
165
Not enough data
8.5
174
Not enough data
8.6
169
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.7
68
Not enough data
6.9
68
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Project Collaboration
5.5
29
Not enough data
5.6
29
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Note-Taking Software
8.3
6
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Employee Intranet
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Basecamp and Microsoft Project Server are categorized as Project Management
Unique Categories
Basecamp is categorized as Task Management, Project Collaboration, Work Management, Workflow Management, Employee Intranet, and Note-Taking Software
Microsoft Project Server has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Basecamp
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Microsoft Project Server
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
Marketing and Advertising
17.0%
Information Technology and Services
8.5%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.7%
Computer Software
5.5%
Higher Education
4.9%
Other
58.3%
Information Technology and Services
16.7%
Computer Software
8.6%
Construction
6.8%
Education Management
4.3%
Telecommunications
3.7%
Other
59.9%
Discussions
Why does it work slow in mobile phones?
7 Comments
KG
If you upgrade to Basecamp 2 it's alot faster if that's the one you have try un- installing it and start over after that it could be you need more memory space Read more
is basecamp going to expand and add more fetures
5 Comments
ET
Yes, I would say so. The product is evolving a growing all the time. Read more
Is there a way to get reports on certain employee's productivity?
5 Comments
AA
There are not formal reports but you can look at users' activityRead more
Is it well suited for any type of project?
2 Comments
MF
sure , it supports project, programs and portfolio management ,planning and tracking
i have used with many governmental clients
to manage roadmap,...Read more
How can I use it for Small-Scale Projects?
1 Comment
RM
Yes, you can use it for any size of organisation Read more
Microsoft Project Server has no more discussions with answers
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