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Linear
Linear
(81)
4.5 out of 5
Linear
By Linear
Trello
Trello
(14,019)
4.4 out of 5
Trello
By Atlassian
At a Glance
Linear
Linear
Star Rating
(81)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (83.8% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free 1 Per Seat Per Month
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Trello
Trello
Star Rating
(14,019)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (54.6% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Trello excels in user-friendliness, with many users appreciating its intuitive interface for both personal and professional organization. One user mentioned using Trello for homeschooling, highlighting its ability to keep track of schedules and tasks in a straightforward manner.
  • Users say that Linear offers a sleek and modern UI, which many find appealing for organizing tasks. Reviewers have noted that its integrations with platforms like GitHub enhance the experience for developers, making it a strong choice for tech-focused teams.
  • According to verified reviews, Trello's collaborative features stand out, allowing users to share boards and comment on content easily. This functionality is particularly praised by users managing large data sets, as it helps keep everything organized in one place.
  • Reviewers mention that while Linear has a strong focus on developer-friendly features, some users feel it may not cater as well to non-technical teams. The triage feature and auto-tagging for potential duplicates are appreciated, but the overall experience may be less intuitive for those outside the tech sphere.
  • Users highlight that Trello's flexibility makes it suitable for various use cases, from business projects to personal planning. One user noted the ability to include bullet points, images, and links on boards, which enhances the overall organization and presentation of information.
  • G2 reviewers indicate that while both products have free entry-level options, Trello's extensive user base and higher overall satisfaction ratings suggest it may be a more reliable choice for teams looking for a well-rounded task management solution.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Linear
Free
Free
1 Per Seat Per Month
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Trello
Free
Free
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Free Trial
Linear
Free Trial is available
Trello
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
49
8.8
11,912
Ease of Use
8.9
52
9.0
11,971
Ease of Setup
9.2
38
9.1
3,342
Ease of Admin
8.4
19
8.9
3,059
Quality of Support
8.6
36
8.5
7,487
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
18
8.9
2,472
Product Direction (% positive)
9.0
47
8.1
11,544
Features by Category
Project ManagementHide 34 FeaturesShow 34 Features
7.6
13
Not enough data
Tasks
9.6
8
Not enough data
9.8
8
Not enough data
9.8
8
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
Projects
9.5
7
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
6.7
6
Not enough data
6.7
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
5.3
6
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
7.2
6
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
Resource Management
7.3
5
Not enough data
6.7
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
Project Monitoring
7.0
5
Not enough data
7.0
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
Generative AI
5.0
6
Not enough data
5.3
6
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Project Management
4.7
5
Not enough data
5.0
5
Not enough data
5.0
5
Not enough data
4.7
5
Not enough data
5.0
5
Not enough data
4.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Bug TrackingHide 9 FeaturesShow 9 Features
8.1
33
Not enough data
Bug Reporting
8.5
23
Not enough data
7.9
24
Not enough data
9.0
27
Not enough data
Bug Monitoring
7.5
24
Not enough data
8.3
28
Not enough data
7.6
24
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
Task ManagementHide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
8.3
8
8.7
2,106
Task Creation
9.0
5
9.1
1773
9.0
5
8.9
1763
8.3
5
9.3
1778
9.3
5
8.3
1399
Task Management
9.3
5
8.9
1756
9.0
5
9.1
1764
8.3
5
Feature Not Available
8.3
5
8.6
1457
Generative AI
6.1
6
Feature Not Available
6.1
6
7.2
181
Work ManagementHide 32 FeaturesShow 32 Features
7.3
9
Not enough data
Automation
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.3
6
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
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
8.3
5
Not enough data
Workload
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 & Collaboration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Cost Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integration
6.7
5
Not enough data
7.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
5.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
Product ManagementHide 12 FeaturesShow 12 Features
7.1
20
Not enough data
Communication
6.7
7
Not enough data
5.5
7
Not enough data
6.4
7
Not enough data
Planning
7.9
7
Not enough data
8.5
9
Not enough data
8.3
10
Not enough data
7.6
12
Not enough data
7.1
7
Not enough data
Workflow Management
6.9
7
Not enough data
8.7
10
Not enough data
5.7
7
Not enough data
5.7
7
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Linear
Linear
Trello
Trello
Linear and Trello are categorized as Task Management
Unique Categories
Linear
Trello
Trello has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Linear
Linear
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
83.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
16.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0%
Trello
Trello
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
54.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
30.1%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
15.3%
Reviewers' Industry
Linear
Linear
Computer Software
40.3%
Information Technology and Services
16.1%
Human Resources
6.5%
Marketing and Advertising
4.8%
Education Management
4.8%
Other
27.4%
Trello
Trello
Computer Software
12.1%
Information Technology and Services
11.3%
Marketing and Advertising
9.3%
Education Management
4.3%
Internet
3.6%
Other
59.4%
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Trello
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Discussions
Linear
Linear Discussions
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Trello
Trello Discussions
Can I use trello offline?
14 Comments
Douglas H.
DH
If you are using it on your phone or tablet as an app it will work offline and update once you get back online.Read more
Can you use Trello for free?
13 Comments
Mike P.
MP
YesRead more
Does trello sync across devices?
10 Comments
Douglas H.
DH
Yes Trello will sync across all devices.Read more
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