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Compare Microsoft Planner and Smartsheet 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (38.0% 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
(226)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (38.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $33.75
Browse all 4 pricing plansSmartsheet
Star Rating
(21,401)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
Browse all 3 pricing plansSummary
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 ability to combine the simplicity of spreadsheets with powerful project management features, allowing for customized workflows and real-time collaboration.
- Users say that Smartsheet's extensive range of tools makes it easy to work efficiently, with many highlighting the intuitive dashboards that enhance visibility. In contrast, while Microsoft Planner offers a visual and straightforward task management experience, its lower G2 Score indicates that it may not meet the same level of user satisfaction.
- Reviewers mention that Smartsheet's implementation process is quick and user-friendly, with many users praising the intuitive onboarding wizard. On the other hand, Microsoft Planner, while easy to use, has received fewer recent reviews, suggesting that its user base may not be as engaged or satisfied with the product's evolution.
- According to verified reviews, Smartsheet shines in its customization capabilities, allowing users to automate repetitive tasks and tailor workflows to their needs. Microsoft Planner, while offering features like custom color labels for task organization, has been noted for its limitations in advanced customization options.
- Users highlight that Smartsheet's collaboration features are robust, enabling teams to work together seamlessly. In comparison, Microsoft Planner's integration with Microsoft 365 tools like Teams and Outlook is a strong point, but it may not provide the same depth of collaboration features that Smartsheet offers.
- Reviewers note that Smartsheet provides a comprehensive data repository and advanced project management capabilities, making it suitable for mid-market users. Meanwhile, Microsoft Planner is favored for its simplicity and visual task management, but it may not cater as effectively to the needs of larger teams or complex projects.
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
183
8.5
18,116
Ease of Use
8.8
187
8.4
18,356
Ease of Setup
9.0
52
8.3
10,148
Ease of Admin
9.1
42
8.5
7,606
Quality of Support
8.3
137
8.3
14,024
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
35
8.6
7,056
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
182
8.6
17,609
Features by Category
Tasks
Not enough data
8.7
10056
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
10060
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
9785
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
9463
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
9270
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
9337
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
8799
|
Verified
Projects
Not enough data
8.6
9283
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
8630
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
8744
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
8660
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
8829
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
7600
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
8300
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
8861
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
7841
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
7445
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
7264
|
Verified
Resource Management
Not enough data
7.6
7740
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
7808
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
8439
|
Verified
Project Monitoring
Not enough data
7.8
7451
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
7561
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
8608
|
Verified
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.0
3061
Not enough data
6.1
3046
Agentic AI - Project Management
Not enough data
5.5
924
Not enough data
5.9
924
Not enough data
5.7
917
Not enough data
5.7
915
Not enough data
5.7
915
Not enough data
5.6
912
Not enough data
5.8
914
Portfolio Management
Not enough data
7.9
4813
Not enough data
8.5
5518
Not enough data
8.0
4999
Not enough data
7.7
4603
Project Management
Not enough data
8.2
5419
Not enough data
8.3
5496
Not enough data
7.7
4623
Resource Management
Not enough data
7.8
4754
Not enough data
7.8
4823
Not enough data
7.9
4773
Data & Analytics
Not enough data
8.0
4984
Not enough data
8.0
5162
Not enough data
8.1
5076
Not enough data
7.5
4446
Strategy - Project and Portfolio Management
Not enough data
6.7
2051
Not enough data
7.6
2082
Not enough data
7.9
2060
Not enough data
7.6
2058
Not enough data
7.8
2052
Not enough data
7.6
2052
Not enough data
7.2
2033
Not enough data
7.6
2047
Not enough data
7.5
2035
Not enough data
7.8
2040
Setup
Not enough data
8.3
5156
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
5021
Not enough data
8.5
5392
Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
4652
Not enough data
7.5
4367
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.3
1818
Agentic AI - Workflow Management
Not enough data
5.9
406
Not enough data
5.9
409
Not enough data
5.9
404
Not enough data
5.9
400
Not enough data
5.9
399
Not enough data
5.9
401
Not enough data
6.1
402
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
1037
Not enough data
8.7
1226
Not enough data
8.5
1167
Not enough data
8.0
1005
Not enough data
8.6
1166
Not enough data
8.7
1192
Content Planning
Not enough data
8.6
1185
Not enough data
8.9
1236
Not enough data
8.6
1117
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
102
8.7
7311
8.8
101
8.8
7392
8.6
98
8.3
6924
7.3
85
7.8
6115
Task Management
8.5
98
8.5
7069
8.9
97
8.5
6978
7.3
88
8.1
6638
7.9
89
8.2
6464
Generative AI
7.0
44
6.2
2414
7.1
43
6.2
2416
Automation
6.9
6
8.5
4250
6.7
5
8.3
4203
7.2
6
8.1
3936
Administration
7.2
6
8.2
4103
7.0
5
8.1
3885
9.0
5
8.8
4101
Project management
8.0
5
8.7
4168
6.7
5
8.2
3896
8.3
5
8.6
4178
6.7
5
8.3
4027
7.7
5
8.4
3947
6.7
5
8.0
3624
6.7
5
8.3
4065
Workload
8.3
5
8.0
3696
8.0
5
8.3
3938
6.3
5
8.0
3740
6.0
5
7.9
3554
Communication & Collaboration
7.0
5
8.1
3724
Not enough data
8.3
3919
Not enough data
8.8
4116
Cost Management
Not enough data
7.7
3429
Not enough data
7.8
3423
Not enough data
7.5
3234
Integration
Not enough data
7.4
3276
Not enough data
7.4
3326
Not enough data
7.4
3357
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.5
1655
Not enough data
6.5
1661
Agentic AI - Work Management
Not enough data
5.8
363
Not enough data
6.0
362
Not enough data
5.8
362
Not enough data
5.9
360
Communication
Not enough data
7.2
5663
Not enough data
7.6
6045
Not enough data
7.5
5801
Not enough data
7.7
5827
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Content & Documents
Not enough data
8.4
7183
Not enough data
8.4
7124
Not enough data
8.0
6870
Not enough data
7.8
6095
Controls
Not enough data
8.0
6468
Not enough data
7.6
5486
Not enough data
8.2
6799
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
6082
Project Management
Not enough data
8.8
7422
Not enough data
8.7
7295
Not enough data
8.6
7160
Not enough data
7.9
6147
Remote Collaboration
Not enough data
8.4
6557
Not enough data
8.5
6737
Not enough data
8.4
6629
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.3
2272
Not enough data
6.3
2276
Agentic AI - Project Collaboration
Not enough data
5.7
427
Not enough data
5.6
427
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, and Project 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
19.0%
Computer Software
5.9%
Marketing and Advertising
5.0%
Education Management
5.0%
Retail
4.1%
Other
61.1%
Information Technology and Services
7.6%
Construction
7.2%
Hospital & Health Care
5.2%
Marketing and Advertising
4.6%
Computer Software
4.6%
Other
70.7%
Discussions
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
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
NK
Complexity: Smartsheet has a fairly steep learning curve, especially for users who are not tech-savvy or unfamiliar with project management tools.
Limited...Read more
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