Compare ProjectManager and Smartsheet
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (48.9% of reviews)
Mid-Market (41.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$28.00 1 User Per Month
$9.00 1 user Per Month
ProjectManager
Star Rating
(103)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (48.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$28.00 1 User Per Month
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Smartsheet
Star Rating
(21,929)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (41.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$9.00 1 user Per Month
Free Trial is available
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Summary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Smartsheet excels in collaboration features, with users appreciating its real-time updates and the ability to easily drag and drop rows for reordering tasks. This flexibility makes it a favorite for those managing complex workflows.
- Users say that ProjectManager shines in providing a clear overview of team responsibilities across multiple projects, which is particularly beneficial for workload balancing and time tracking. This feature helps teams stay organized and on track.
- According to verified reviews, Smartsheet is praised for its intuitive dashboards and reporting capabilities, which simplify sharing project progress with stakeholders. Users find these tools essential for keeping senior managers informed and engaged.
- Reviewers mention that while ProjectManager offers strong planning and execution tools, some users feel it can struggle with manual scheduling issues. However, its dynamic scheduling feature is noted as a helpful solution to this challenge.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Smartsheet's user-friendly interface and flexible task management options make it a go-to hub for organizing chaotic workloads. Users appreciate its ability to adapt to both simple task lists and detailed workflows.
- Users appreciate the resources provided by ProjectManager, which enhance the overall user experience. However, they also note that the platform's pricing may be a barrier for smaller businesses compared to Smartsheet's more accessible entry-level pricing.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
ProjectManager
Business
$28.00
1 User Per Month
Designed for teams that need to optimize portfolio management, workload and exec reporting. Includes all Team features plus:
- Expenses & budgeting
- Timesheets, tracking and approvals
- Workflow & automation (5 rules per workflow)
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
ProjectManager
Free Trial is available
Smartsheet
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.4
78
8.5
18,411
Ease of Use
8.7
79
8.4
18,665
Ease of Setup
8.3
30
8.3
10,424
Ease of Admin
8.2
26
8.5
7,852
Quality of Support
8.7
74
8.3
14,243
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
25
8.6
7,306
Product Direction (% positive)
9.4
74
8.6
17,862
Features by Category
Tasks
9.0
47
|
Verified
8.7
10126
|
Verified
8.3
47
|
Verified
8.8
10132
|
Verified
8.6
47
|
Verified
8.5
9828
|
Verified
8.6
46
|
Verified
8.4
9503
|
Verified
8.4
48
|
Verified
8.1
9298
|
Verified
7.9
43
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.3
47
|
Verified
8.1
9362
|
Verified
8.2
48
|
Verified
8.0
8817
|
Verified
Projects
8.7
47
|
Verified
8.6
9343
|
Verified
8.4
46
|
Verified
8.3
8652
|
Verified
8.8
45
|
Verified
8.2
8774
|
Verified
7.8
47
|
Verified
8.0
8689
|
Verified
8.4
45
|
Verified
8.2
8916
|
Verified
8.0
43
|
Verified
7.6
7613
|
Verified
8.4
44
|
Verified
8.0
8324
|
Verified
7.8
43
|
Verified
8.1
8894
|
Verified
7.6
43
|
Verified
7.8
7849
|
Verified
8.1
43
|
Verified
7.6
7458
|
Verified
8.4
41
|
Verified
7.6
7274
|
Verified
Resource Management
8.4
45
|
Verified
7.6
7747
|
Verified
8.5
43
|
Verified
7.6
7820
|
Verified
8.7
47
|
Verified
8.1
8462
|
Verified
Project Monitoring
8.1
42
|
Verified
7.8
7470
|
Verified
8.4
45
|
Verified
7.7
7576
|
Verified
8.5
47
|
Verified
8.2
8714
|
Verified
Generative AI
7.6
9
6.1
3068
7.2
9
6.1
3052
Agentic AI - Project Management
Not enough data
5.6
927
Not enough data
5.9
927
Not enough data
5.8
949
Not enough data
5.7
917
Not enough data
5.7
916
Not enough data
5.6
914
Not enough data
5.8
917
Portfolio Management
Not enough data
7.9
4816
Not enough data
8.5
5529
Not enough data
8.1
5005
Not enough data
7.7
4605
Project Management
Not enough data
8.2
5424
Not enough data
8.3
5502
Not enough data
7.7
4627
Resource Management
Not enough data
7.8
4756
Not enough data
7.8
4827
Not enough data
7.9
4779
Data & Analytics
Not enough data
8.0
4992
Not enough data
8.0
5167
Not enough data
8.1
5078
Not enough data
7.5
4449
Strategy - Project and Portfolio Management
Not enough data
6.7
2052
Not enough data
7.6
2085
Not enough data
7.9
2066
Not enough data
7.6
2059
Not enough data
7.8
2054
Not enough data
7.6
2055
Not enough data
7.2
2035
Not enough data
7.6
2049
Not enough data
7.5
2037
Not enough data
7.8
2044
Cost Tracking
9.3
17
Not enough data
9.0
17
Not enough data
8.7
17
Not enough data
Setup
Not enough data
8.3
5165
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
5026
Not enough data
8.5
5415
Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
4662
Not enough data
7.5
4373
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.3
1819
Agentic AI - Workflow Management
Not enough data
5.9
407
Not enough data
5.9
408
Not enough data
5.9
405
Not enough data
5.9
400
Not enough data
5.9
399
Not enough data
5.9
401
Not enough data
6.2
404
Planning
8.8
23
Not enough data
8.4
24
Not enough data
9.2
24
Not enough data
Optimization
9.0
24
Not enough data
8.8
24
Not enough data
8.7
23
Not enough data
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
1194
Content Planning
Not enough data
8.6
1185
Not enough data
8.9
1239
Not enough data
8.6
1118
Marketing Campaign Performance
Not enough data
8.0
882
Not enough data
8.4
1034
Agentic AI - Marketing Calendar
Not enough data
5.1
43
Not enough data
5.2
45
Not enough data
5.2
46
Not enough data
5.0
45
Other Features
Not enough data
7.9
988
Not enough data
8.3
1015
Task Creation
9.3
27
8.7
7324
9.2
28
8.8
7407
8.9
25
8.3
6933
8.9
25
7.8
6122
Task Management
9.2
26
8.5
7075
9.3
26
8.5
6983
9.2
27
8.1
6640
9.1
28
8.2
6470
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.2
2415
Not enough data
6.2
2417
Task 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
Site 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
Automation
Not enough data
8.5
4261
Not enough data
8.3
4211
Not enough data
8.1
3949
Administration
Not enough data
8.2
4110
Not enough data
8.1
3888
Not enough data
8.8
4108
Project management
Not enough data
8.7
4175
Not enough data
8.2
3899
Not enough data
8.6
4185
Not enough data
8.3
4035
Not enough data
8.4
3954
Not enough data
8.0
3628
Not enough data
8.3
4079
Workload
Not enough data
8.0
3700
Not enough data
8.3
3945
Not enough data
8.0
3742
Not enough data
7.9
3559
Communication & Collaboration
Not enough data
8.1
3727
Not enough data
8.3
3925
Not enough data
8.8
4126
Cost Management
Not enough data
7.7
3432
Not enough data
7.8
3425
Not enough data
7.5
3236
Integration
Not enough data
7.4
3279
Not enough data
7.4
3329
Not enough data
7.4
3360
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.5
1656
Not enough data
6.5
1662
Agentic AI - Work Management
Not enough data
5.8
364
Not enough data
6.0
363
Not enough data
5.8
362
Not enough data
5.9
360
Earned Value
9.8
9
Not enough data
10.0
9
Not enough data
9.6
9
Not enough data
Performance
9.3
9
Not enough data
9.8
9
Not enough data
9.4
9
Not enough data
9.6
9
Not enough data
Integration
9.8
9
Not enough data
10.0
9
Not enough data
9.6
9
Not enough data
Communication
Not enough data
7.2
5666
Not enough data
7.6
6049
Not enough data
7.5
5806
Not enough data
7.7
5832
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Content & Documents
Not enough data
8.4
7189
Not enough data
8.4
7128
Not enough data
8.0
6873
Not enough data
7.8
6098
Controls
Not enough data
8.0
6471
Not enough data
7.6
5489
Not enough data
8.2
6805
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
6087
Project Management
Not enough data
8.8
7432
Not enough data
8.7
7303
Not enough data
8.6
7171
Not enough data
7.9
6152
Remote Collaboration
Not enough data
8.4
6563
Not enough data
8.5
6743
Not enough data
8.4
6632
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.3
2274
Not enough data
6.3
2279
Agentic AI - Project Collaboration
Not enough data
5.7
428
Not enough data
5.6
430
Scheduling Workflows - Construction Scheduling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting & Analytics - Construction Scheduling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Productivity - Construction Scheduling
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
ProjectManager and Smartsheet are categorized as Project Management and Task Management
Unique Categories
ProjectManager is categorized as Resource Management, Project Cost Management, Earned Value Management, Construction Project Management, and Construction Scheduling
Smartsheet is categorized as Project Collaboration, Work Management, Marketing Calendar, Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA), Workflow Management, and Project and Portfolio Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
ProjectManager
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
18.3%
Construction
14.0%
Education Management
4.3%
Automotive
3.2%
Pharmaceuticals
3.2%
Other
57.0%
Information Technology and Services
7.6%
Construction
7.3%
Hospital & Health Care
5.2%
Computer Software
4.6%
Marketing and Advertising
4.6%
Other
70.7%
Alternatives
Discussions
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1 Comment
B
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Does Google have a project management tool?
1 Comment
B
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1 Comment
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57 Comments
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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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Yes, the basic functionality works for free. Read more
