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Compare Basecamp and YouTrack 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (49.8% of reviews)
Mid-Market (55.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free 10 Users
Basecamp
Star Rating
(5,428)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (49.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Browse all 3 pricing plansYouTrack
Star Rating
(57)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (55.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free 10 Users
Browse all 3 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Basecamp excels in providing a straightforward project management experience, with users appreciating its calm interface that avoids overwhelming them with features. Many find it easy to control projects and collaborate with team members effectively.
- Users say that YouTrack stands out for its flexibility, allowing teams to customize workflows to fit their specific needs. Reviewers highlight the recent updates to its interface and agile board customization, which enhance visual planning and task management efficiency.
- According to verified reviews, Basecamp's implementation process is praised for its intuitive onboarding, making it easier for teams to get started quickly. Users mention that the user interface is clear, helping them organize threads and tasks without confusion.
- Reviewers mention that YouTrack's recent enhancements, such as improved Gantt charts and automation rules, contribute to a more visual and intuitive planning experience. This adaptability is particularly beneficial for teams that require tailored project tracking processes.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while Basecamp has a larger user base and more reviews, indicating a broader consensus on its effectiveness, YouTrack's recent updates and strong documentation make it a compelling choice for mid-market teams looking for customization.
- Users report that Basecamp's ease of use and setup are significant advantages, with many finding it less complex than other tools. In contrast, some YouTrack users have noted challenges with setup, although they appreciate the platform's depth once configured.
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
YouTrack
YouTrack Cloud or Server
Free
10 Users
- Free forever.
- Full-featured edition for small teams.
- Unlimited functionality.
Free Trial
Basecamp
Free Trial is available
YouTrack
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
4,820
8.7
51
Ease of Use
8.5
4,832
8.1
51
Ease of Setup
8.7
1,437
7.3
10
Ease of Admin
8.6
1,328
7.4
11
Quality of Support
8.4
3,234
8.3
38
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
1,174
7.6
9
Product Direction (% positive)
7.5
4,713
8.8
49
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
605
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
607
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
576
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
605
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
268
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
564
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
317
Not enough data
Projects
8.8
563
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
306
Not enough data
8.2
457
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
535
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
504
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
234
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
496
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
226
Not enough data
8.1
234
Not enough data
8.5
458
|
Verified
Not enough data
Resource Management
8.5
477
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
520
|
Verified
Not enough data
Project Monitoring
8.6
470
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
513
|
Verified
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.6
86
Not enough data
6.8
86
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Project Management
5.9
50
Not enough data
6.6
50
Not enough data
6.6
49
Not enough data
6.1
50
Not enough data
6.4
50
Not enough data
6.2
50
Not enough data
6.5
50
Not enough data
Setup
8.5
84
Not enough data
8.5
84
Not enough data
7.9
65
Not enough data
8.7
89
Not enough data
Management
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
76
Not enough data
8.1
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
Bug Reporting
Not enough data
8.5
10
Not enough data
8.7
9
Not enough data
9.1
9
Bug Monitoring
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.7
9
Not enough data
8.7
9
Agentic AI - Bug Tracking
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Knowledge Pages
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
Knowledge Dissemination
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Knowledge Base
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Task Creation
8.8
140
8.1
6
8.9
142
7.8
6
8.6
138
8.3
6
Feature Not Available
7.8
6
Task Management
8.4
138
8.3
6
8.9
140
8.1
6
7.7
105
8.3
6
8.5
131
8.6
6
Generative AI
7.1
52
Not enough data
7.1
52
Not enough data
Automation
7.9
92
Not enough data
7.9
89
Not enough data
8.0
89
Not enough data
Administration
8.3
86
Not enough data
8.3
86
Not enough data
8.9
87
Not enough data
Project management
8.7
91
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
86
Not enough data
Workload
8.4
69
Not enough data
8.3
88
Not enough data
8.4
82
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Communication & Collaboration
8.6
88
Not enough data
8.6
89
Not enough data
8.8
89
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
175
Not enough data
8.5
188
Not enough data
8.1
171
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
174
Not enough data
Content & Documents
8.8
189
Not enough data
8.7
181
Not enough data
8.4
179
Not enough data
8.1
157
Not enough data
Controls
8.1
157
Not enough data
8.0
151
Not enough data
8.5
176
Not enough data
8.3
172
Not enough data
8.1
156
Not enough data
Project Management
8.7
190
Not enough data
8.6
185
Not enough data
8.7
180
Not enough data
8.1
159
Not enough data
Remote Collaboration
8.5
164
Not enough data
8.4
173
Not enough data
8.6
168
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
Communication
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Planning
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Workflow Management
Not enough data
7.7
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
7.3
5
Knowledge Base
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
Content
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Basecamp and YouTrack are categorized as Project Management, Task Management, and Project Collaboration
Unique Categories
Basecamp is categorized as Work Management, Workflow Management, Employee Intranet, and Note-Taking Software
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Basecamp
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
YouTrack
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
17.1%
Information Technology and Services
8.4%
Non-Profit Organization Management
5.7%
Computer Software
5.6%
Higher Education
4.9%
Other
58.3%
Information Technology and Services
14.3%
Computer Software
14.3%
Marketing and Advertising
10.7%
Internet
10.7%
Translation and Localization
3.6%
Other
46.4%
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 YouTrack open source?
1 Comment
Official Response from YouTrack
YouTrack is not open-source. YouTrack is created and licensed by JetBrains as a project management tool that can adapt to your processes to help you deliver...Read more
YouTrack has no more discussions with answers
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