Compare Microsoft Planner and Smartsheet 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (37.2% of reviews)
Mid-Market (41.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $33.75
$9.00 1 user Per Month
Microsoft Planner
Star Rating
(232)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (37.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $33.75
Browse all 4 pricing plansSmartsheet
Star Rating
(21,509)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (41.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$9.00 1 user Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Smartsheet excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to Microsoft Planner. Users appreciate its robust features for project tracking and task management, highlighting the effectiveness of its dashboards and reporting tools for keeping teams aligned and informed.
- Users say that Smartsheet's flexibility is a standout feature, allowing for both simple task lists and complex workflows. This adaptability is particularly beneficial for teams managing diverse projects, as noted by users who find it essential for maintaining organization amidst chaos.
- Reviewers mention that Microsoft Planner shines in its integration with the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, making it a go-to choice for teams already using tools like Teams and Outlook. The intuitive Kanban-style boards facilitate easy task assignment and tracking, which users find enhances collaboration.
- According to verified reviews, Smartsheet's implementation process is generally well-received, but it does not match the ease of setup reported by Microsoft Planner users. Many find Planner's initial setup straightforward, allowing teams to quickly get started without extensive training.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while both products offer solid collaboration features, Smartsheet's real-time updates and drag-and-drop functionality provide a more dynamic user experience. Users appreciate how these features streamline workflow adjustments and enhance team communication.
- Users note that Microsoft Planner, while simpler, may lack some of the advanced customization options that Smartsheet offers. This can be a drawback for teams needing tailored solutions, as Smartsheet allows for more detailed configurations to meet specific project requirements.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
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
Smartsheet
Pro
$9.00
1 user Per Month
For people and teams that want to track, share, and manage projects.
Includes:
- Up to 10 editors (paid license required to edit)
- Unlimited free viewers
- Unlimited sheets, reports, and forms
Free Trial
Microsoft Planner
Free Trial is available
Smartsheet
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
186
8.5
18,162
Ease of Use
8.8
191
8.4
18,405
Ease of Setup
9.1
56
8.3
10,194
Ease of Admin
9.1
44
8.5
7,637
Quality of Support
8.3
139
8.3
14,061
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
37
8.6
7,086
Product Direction (% positive)
8.6
185
8.6
17,649
Features by Category
Tasks
Not enough data
8.7
10071
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
10077
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
9795
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
9475
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
9278
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
9344
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
8805
|
Verified
Projects
Not enough data
8.6
9295
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
8634
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
8751
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
8667
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
8838
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
7604
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
8306
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
8868
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
7845
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
7448
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
7266
|
Verified
Resource Management
Not enough data
7.6
7742
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
7811
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
8447
|
Verified
Project Monitoring
Not enough data
7.8
7455
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
7564
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
8622
|
Verified
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.0
3062
Not enough data
6.1
3046
Agentic AI - Project Management
Not enough data
5.5
925
Not enough data
5.9
923
Not enough data
5.7
921
Not enough data
5.7
915
Not enough data
5.7
914
Not enough data
5.6
911
Not enough data
5.8
915
Portfolio Management
Not enough data
7.9
4812
Not enough data
8.5
5517
Not enough data
8.0
4998
Not enough data
7.7
4602
Project Management
Not enough data
8.2
5419
Not enough data
8.3
5495
Not enough data
7.7
4623
Resource Management
Not enough data
7.8
4753
Not enough data
7.8
4822
Not enough data
7.9
4772
Data & Analytics
Not enough data
8.0
4984
Not enough data
8.0
5161
Not enough data
8.1
5075
Not enough data
7.5
4445
Strategy - Project and Portfolio Management
Not enough data
6.7
2049
Not enough data
7.6
2080
Not enough data
7.9
2059
Not enough data
7.6
2056
Not enough data
7.8
2051
Not enough data
7.6
2050
Not enough data
7.2
2032
Not enough data
7.6
2045
Not enough data
7.5
2033
Not enough data
7.8
2038
Setup
Not enough data
8.3
5156
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
5020
Not enough data
8.5
5392
Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
4651
Not enough data
7.5
4365
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.3
1816
Agentic AI - Workflow Management
Not enough data
5.9
405
Not enough data
5.9
407
Not enough data
5.9
402
Not enough data
5.9
398
Not enough data
5.9
397
Not enough data
5.9
399
Not enough data
6.1
401
Functionality
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.3
1038
Not enough data
8.7
1228
Not enough data
8.5
1169
Not enough data
8.0
1006
Not enough data
8.6
1167
Not enough data
8.7
1193
Content Planning
Not enough data
8.6
1185
Not enough data
8.9
1238
Not enough data
8.6
1118
Marketing Campaign Performance
Not enough data
8.0
882
Not enough data
8.4
1033
Agentic AI - Marketing Calendar
Not enough data
5.1
43
Not enough data
5.2
45
Not enough data
5.1
45
Not enough data
5.0
45
Other Features
Not enough data
7.9
987
Not enough data
8.3
1015
Task Creation
8.8
105
8.7
7311
8.8
104
8.8
7393
8.6
99
8.3
6925
7.4
86
7.8
6115
Task Management
8.5
99
8.5
7067
8.9
98
8.5
6977
7.3
90
8.1
6636
7.9
90
8.2
6462
Generative AI
7.0
44
6.2
2412
7.1
43
6.2
2414
Automation
7.4
7
8.5
4250
6.9
6
8.3
4204
7.1
7
8.1
3937
Administration
7.6
7
8.2
4102
7.5
6
8.1
3883
9.2
6
8.8
4100
Project management
8.3
6
8.7
4166
6.7
5
8.2
3895
8.1
6
8.6
4177
7.2
6
8.3
4027
7.5
6
8.4
3947
6.7
6
8.0
3624
7.2
6
8.3
4066
Workload
8.6
6
8.0
3695
8.3
6
8.3
3936
6.3
5
8.0
3738
6.0
5
7.9
3552
Communication & Collaboration
7.0
5
8.1
3722
Not enough data
8.3
3918
9.3
5
8.8
4116
Cost Management
Not enough data
7.7
3428
8.0
5
7.8
3421
Not enough data
7.5
3232
Integration
8.3
5
7.4
3274
8.3
5
7.4
3324
8.7
5
7.4
3355
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.5
1653
Not enough data
6.5
1659
Agentic AI - Work Management
Not enough data
5.8
362
Not enough data
6.0
360
Not enough data
5.8
360
Not enough data
5.9
358
Communication
Not enough data
7.2
5662
Not enough data
7.6
6043
Not enough data
7.5
5800
Not enough data
7.7
5826
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Content & Documents
Not enough data
8.4
7181
Not enough data
8.4
7122
Not enough data
8.0
6868
Not enough data
7.8
6094
Controls
Not enough data
8.0
6466
Not enough data
7.6
5485
Not enough data
8.2
6798
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
6081
Project Management
Not enough data
8.8
7422
Not enough data
8.7
7293
Not enough data
8.6
7160
Not enough data
7.9
6144
Remote Collaboration
Not enough data
8.4
6556
Not enough data
8.5
6736
Not enough data
8.4
6627
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.3
2270
Not enough data
6.3
2274
Agentic AI - Project Collaboration
Not enough data
5.7
426
Not enough data
5.6
427
Strategic Planning - Strategic Portfolio 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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Strategic Management - Strategic Portfolio 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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data Analysis - Strategic Portfolio Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Artificial Intelligence - Strategic Portfolio Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Microsoft Planner and Smartsheet are categorized as Task Management, Marketing Calendar, Project Collaboration, and Work Management
Unique Categories
Microsoft Planner has no unique categories
Smartsheet is categorized as Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA), Workflow Management, Project and Portfolio Management, Project Management, and Strategic Portfolio Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Microsoft Planner
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Smartsheet
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
18.8%
Computer Software
6.3%
Marketing and Advertising
4.9%
Education Management
4.9%
Higher Education
4.0%
Other
61.2%
Information Technology and Services
7.6%
Construction
7.2%
Hospital & Health Care
5.2%
Computer Software
4.6%
Marketing and Advertising
4.6%
Other
70.7%
Discussions
What is Microsoft Planner used for?
1 Comment
SR
It is virtual and visual task management application that helps use to create, assign and organize works or tasks.
We can plan and schedule or everyday...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
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
What can smartsheet be used for?
57 Comments
WA
It has a wide range of functionalities for project management or even asset management. Read more
Why is smartsheet bad?
34 Comments
MT
This is a question that begs more context. What are you looking to have that Smartsheet does not provide? Conversely, anytime you choose a tool, you need to...Read more
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