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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (70.5% of reviews)
Enterprise (38.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free 1 User Per Year
Starting at $33.75
MeisterTask
Star Rating
(173)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (70.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
Free 1 User Per Year
Browse all 4 pricing plansMicrosoft Planner
Star Rating
(226)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (38.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $33.75
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that MeisterTask excels in task creation and assignment, with a score of 9.5, while Microsoft Planner lags behind at 8.8. Reviewers mention that the intuitive drag-and-drop interface in MeisterTask makes it easier to manage tasks effectively.
- Reviewers say that MeisterTask's recurring tasks feature, rated at 9.0, is more robust compared to Microsoft Planner's 8.1. Users appreciate the flexibility in setting up recurring tasks in MeisterTask, which enhances productivity.
- G2 users highlight that MeisterTask offers superior project templates with a score of 9.4, while Microsoft Planner's templates are less customizable. Reviewers mention that the variety of templates in MeisterTask helps streamline project setup.
- Users on G2 report that MeisterTask's automation capabilities, particularly in workflows, are more advanced than those in Microsoft Planner. Reviewers mention that the ability to automate repetitive tasks in MeisterTask significantly reduces manual effort.
- Reviewers mention that Microsoft Planner provides better integration with other Microsoft products, which is a significant advantage for organizations already using the Microsoft ecosystem. However, users say that this can limit flexibility compared to MeisterTask's broader integration options.
- Users report that MeisterTask's quality of support, rated at 8.8, is generally better than Microsoft Planner's 8.3. Reviewers mention that the responsiveness and helpfulness of MeisterTask's support team enhance the overall user experience.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
MeisterTask
Basic
Free
1 User Per Year
Unlimited tasks and project collaborators in up to 3 projects. No credit card is required.
- Unlimited Tasks
- Unlimited Project Members
- Custom Dashboards & Project Boards
Microsoft Planner
Microsoft Planner
Starting at $33.75
Included in Microsoft 365 plans.
- Real-time collaboration, commenting, and sharing using the Planner app in Microsoft Teams or the Planner web app
- Creation and management of content-rich tasks with features including files, checklists, and labels
- Tasks organized by My Day, My Tasks, and Assigned to me
Free Trial
MeisterTask
Free Trial is available
Microsoft Planner
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.7
152
8.5
183
Ease of Use
9.3
152
8.8
187
Ease of Setup
9.7
46
9.0
52
Ease of Admin
9.3
46
9.1
42
Quality of Support
8.8
96
8.3
137
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
44
8.6
35
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
148
8.7
182
Features by Category
Tasks
9.3
59
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Verified
Not enough data
9.3
59
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Verified
Not enough data
8.9
54
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Verified
Not enough data
9.2
54
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Verified
Not enough data
8.4
42
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Verified
Not enough data
8.1
36
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Verified
Not enough data
9.3
58
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Verified
Not enough data
8.8
41
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Verified
Not enough data
Projects
8.7
43
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Verified
Not enough data
8.6
38
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Verified
Not enough data
8.8
31
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Not enough data
8.5
37
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Not enough data
8.8
38
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Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
33
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
9
Not enough data
8.7
37
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Verified
Not enough data
Resource Management
8.2
10
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.7
38
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Verified
Not enough data
Project Monitoring
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.9
39
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Verified
Not enough data
Generative AI
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Agentic AI - Project Management
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Platform Basics
Not enough data
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Content Planning
Not enough data
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Marketing Campaign Performance
Not enough data
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Agentic AI - Marketing Calendar
Not enough data
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Other Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Task Creation
9.5
64
8.8
102
8.9
63
8.8
101
9.4
65
8.6
98
Feature Not Available
7.3
85
Task Management
8.9
56
8.5
98
9.1
62
8.9
97
8.4
44
7.3
88
9.0
41
7.9
89
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.0
44
Not enough data
7.1
43
Automation
Not enough data
6.9
6
Not enough data
6.7
5
Not enough data
7.2
6
Administration
Not enough data
7.2
6
Not enough data
7.0
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Project management
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
6.7
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
6.7
5
Not enough data
7.7
5
Not enough data
6.7
5
Not enough data
6.7
5
Workload
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
6.3
5
Not enough data
6.0
5
Communication & Collaboration
Not enough data
7.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Cost Management
Not enough data
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Integration
Not enough data
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Generative AI
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Agentic AI - Work Management
Not enough data
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Communication
Not enough data
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Content & Documents
Not enough data
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Controls
Not enough data
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Project Management
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Remote Collaboration
Not enough data
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Generative AI
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Project Collaboration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feedback
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Idea Sources
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Idea Collection
Not enough data
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Integrations
Not enough data
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Agentic AI - Idea Management
Not enough data
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
MeisterTask and Microsoft Planner are categorized as Task Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
MeisterTask
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Microsoft Planner
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
11.4%
Computer Software
8.4%
Real Estate
4.2%
Higher Education
4.2%
Management Consulting
3.6%
Other
68.1%
Information Technology and Services
19.0%
Computer Software
5.9%
Marketing and Advertising
5.0%
Education Management
5.0%
Retail
4.1%
Other
61.1%
Discussions
Whic is the best way to switch to MeisterTask's Time tracking tool, coming from Clockify?
2 Comments
VR
Hey!I hope you have solved your time tracking problem with MeisterTask Time Tracking. If you are still looking for an alternative, you should check out the...Read more
How do I change my profile image in the windows desktop client?
1 Comment
SO
Hi Sebastian,
Unfortunately, changing the profile image is not possible inside of the windows app, you'll have to navigate to this page in your browser...Read more
What is Next for MeisterTask and can we have an official task reminder that will inform of upcomings 15 - 30 mins in advance?
1 Comment
NO
Hi Thomas,
Our product boards remain internal - I can reveal that improving Checklists, Integrations, Roles and Permissions has a top priority on the...Read more
Construction
1 Comment
CJ
Replacing a dock decking is a necessary part of general dock maintenance, as it can become weathered and worn over time. Replacing a dock decking can be...Read more
What can Microsoft planner do?
1 Comment
IK
Planner is great for sharing tasks between team members. You can create so called "Buckets" and put in them topic related task cards. Then appoint the card...Read more
Is Microsoft planner going away?
1 Comment
EC
It is unlikely, since half of the large companies usually use microsoft products, where planner can do wonders with the data and tasks of the work teams.Read more
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