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Compare Jira and Shortcut 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (43.8% of reviews)
Small-Business (52.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free 10 Users Per Month
$0 per user, per month
Jira
Star Rating
(7,452)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (43.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free 10 Users Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansShortcut
Star Rating
(174)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (52.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0 per user, per month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Jira excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to Shortcut. Users appreciate its robust project management capabilities, noting features like the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in one place, which enhances team collaboration.
- Users say that Shortcut provides a clear structure for managing complex projects, with its hierarchy of Milestones, Epics, Stories, and Tasks. This flexibility allows teams to stay aligned and adapt to agile workflows, making it a valuable tool for smaller teams looking for simplicity.
- Reviewers mention that Jira's user interface is particularly effective for bug tracking, with features that allow easy categorization and filtering of bugs. This functionality helps streamline processes, which is a significant advantage for teams focused on quality assurance.
- According to verified reviews, Shortcut shines in its ease of setup and administration, with users highlighting a smooth onboarding experience. This can be particularly beneficial for smaller teams or those new to project management tools, as it allows for quick adoption without extensive training.
- G2 reviewers note that while Jira has a wealth of features, some users find it can be overwhelming at times, especially for those who may not need all the advanced functionalities. This complexity can lead to a steeper learning curve compared to Shortcut, which is often praised for its straightforward approach.
- Users report that both tools offer solid support, but Shortcut has received slightly higher ratings in this area. Reviewers appreciate the responsiveness and helpfulness of Shortcut's support team, which can be a crucial factor for teams needing assistance during implementation and ongoing use.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Jira
Free
Free
10 Users Per Month
Free forever for 10 users
- Unlimited goals, projects, tasks, and forms
- Backlog, list, board, timeline, calendar, and summary views
- Reports and dashboards
Shortcut
Free (1 - 10 users)
$0
per user, per month
Enables a small software team to ship quickly.
- Manage all ongoing work in Stories
- Plan multiple sprints using Iterations
- Get tailored reports for quick insights
Free Trial
Jira
Free Trial is available
Shortcut
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
6,071
8.6
130
Ease of Use
8.1
6,149
8.6
131
Ease of Setup
8.0
2,360
9.0
49
Ease of Admin
7.6
1,506
9.1
34
Quality of Support
8.3
4,755
8.8
83
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.5
1,369
8.8
30
Product Direction (% positive)
8.4
5,897
8.6
114
Features by Category
Tasks
9.3
665
Not enough data
9.0
632
Not enough data
9.1
650
Not enough data
8.7
621
Not enough data
8.5
591
Not enough data
8.2
590
Not enough data
8.5
603
Not enough data
8.4
536
Not enough data
Projects
8.9
617
Not enough data
8.7
572
Not enough data
8.2
555
Not enough data
8.4
559
Not enough data
8.6
577
Not enough data
7.8
497
Not enough data
9.2
599
Not enough data
8.3
556
Not enough data
8.1
489
Not enough data
8.1
506
Not enough data
8.6
564
Not enough data
Resource Management
8.3
529
Not enough data
8.3
549
Not enough data
8.5
535
Not enough data
Project Monitoring
8.4
526
Not enough data
8.4
535
Not enough data
8.7
582
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.4
463
Not enough data
7.5
459
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Project Management
7.4
326
Not enough data
7.7
327
Not enough data
7.9
351
Not enough data
7.6
322
Not enough data
7.6
327
Not enough data
7.5
325
Not enough data
7.9
333
Not enough data
Bug Reporting
8.8
1815
7.6
17
8.8
1771
7.6
16
8.9
1852
8.2
16
Bug Monitoring
8.6
1762
8.4
15
8.9
1872
8.3
16
8.8
1740
8.4
15
Agentic AI - Bug Tracking
7.6
274
Not enough data
7.7
277
Not enough data
7.7
275
Not enough data
Responses
9.5
38
Not enough data
9.4
38
Not enough data
9.4
38
Not enough data
Automation - AI Agents
8.9
37
Not enough data
9.1
36
Not enough data
9.0
37
Not enough data
9.4
37
Not enough data
9.4
37
Not enough data
Platform
9.3
38
Not enough data
9.4
39
Not enough data
9.3
38
Not enough data
Autonomy - AI Agents
9.0
37
Not enough data
9.1
37
Not enough data
9.2
37
Not enough data
9.1
37
Not enough data
Generative AI
9.3
40
Not enough data
9.2
37
Not enough data
Communication
8.4
2719
7.0
47
8.2
2574
7.4
47
8.2
2484
7.4
49
Planning
8.7
3200
Feature Not Available
8.8
3289
8.3
75
8.8
3042
8.8
73
8.7
3180
8.1
77
8.3
2703
7.6
56
Workflow Management
8.6
3068
Feature Not Available
8.8
3391
8.5
81
7.9
2317
Feature Not Available
8.4
2552
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - AI Agents
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
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Jira and Shortcut are categorized as Bug Tracking, Product Management, and Project Management
Unique Categories
Jira is categorized as AI Agents For Business Operations
Shortcut has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Jira
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Shortcut
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
24.1%
Computer Software
23.6%
Financial Services
4.5%
Internet
4.2%
Marketing and Advertising
4.1%
Other
39.4%
Computer Software
28.6%
Information Technology and Services
19.6%
Financial Services
5.4%
Marketing and Advertising
3.6%
Internet
3.6%
Other
39.3%
Discussions
Is Jira a good tool?
12 Comments
MP
Yes, It's very useful, Just start on it and give some time on that.Read more
What are the features of JIRA?
11 Comments
CS
Allows you to setup your project as your team/company flows thru the agile process. You can see what is next in the sprint, where others are, enter your...Read more
How is Jira transforming project management practices in agile software development teams?
8 Comments
VC
help teams plan sprints, manage backlogsRead more
What is a clubhouse?
2 Comments
SS
Clubhouse, now called Shortcut is a tool that helps software teams work together better. It lets teams plan their work, track progress, and manage tasks...Read more
Shortcut has no more discussions with answers
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