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# ClickUp vs Trello Comparison - What are their main differences?

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Pricing

**ClickUp**
Free Trial

**Free** · Free

**$7.00** · Unlimited

**$12.00** · Business

**Contact Us** · Enterprise

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**Trello**
Free Trial

**Free** · Free

**$5.00** Per Month · Standard

**$10.00** Per Month · Premium

**Contact Us** Per Year · Enterprise

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**Pricing Insights**
from reviews

Perceived Cost

**ClickUp**
$$$$$

**Trello**
$$$$$

Average Discount

**ClickUp**
9%

**Trello**
9%

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Time to Implement

**ClickUp** 6 months
Based on 100 responses

**Trello** 6 months
Based on 100 responses

Return on Investment

**ClickUp** 6 months
Based on 100 responses

**Trello** 6 months
Based on 100 responses

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**Pros & Cons**
from reviews

**ClickUp**
[
Tailored Workflows (1529)
](https://www.g2.com/products/clickup/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2524654&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Unified Work Hub (1322)
](https://www.g2.com/products/clickup/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2524858&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Steep Learning Curve (745)
](https://www.g2.com/products/clickup/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1082569&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Slow Workspace Performance (730)
](https://www.g2.com/products/clickup/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2524826&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)

**Trello**
[
Ease of Use (776)
](https://www.g2.com/products/trello/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1318503&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Task Management (456)
](https://www.g2.com/products/trello/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1320313&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Limited Features (270)
](https://www.g2.com/products/trello/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1318274&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Missing Features (259)
](https://www.g2.com/products/trello/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1318958&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)

Integrations

**ClickUp**
[

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Acuity Scheduling

](https://www.g2.com/products/acuity-scheduling/reviews)[

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ADFS Server Windows 2019

](https://www.g2.com/products/adfs-server-windows-2019/reviews)[

 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_d8d487b67574b56a5ad57a2f0f159a30/airtable.jpg "Product Avatar Image")

Airtable

](https://www.g2.com/products/airtable/reviews)[

 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_517cee48d5c61ab3a3a6863407369c44/anaplan.jpeg "Product Avatar Image")

Anaplan

](https://www.g2.com/products/anaplan/reviews)[
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**Trello**
[

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Asana

](https://www.g2.com/products/asana/reviews)[

 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_0e35321b76b5727e3fe4fa0476cfe294/atlassian-atlas.png "Product Avatar Image")

Atlassian Atlas

](https://www.g2.com/products/atlassian-atlas/reviews)[

 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_2ac0e7b10e1efb64107026cb2b241d53/azure-pipelines.jpg "Product Avatar Image")

Azure Pipelines

](https://www.g2.com/products/azure-pipelines/reviews)[

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Boomerang for Gmail

](https://www.g2.com/products/boomerang-for-gmail/reviews)[
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Screenshots

**ClickUp**
 ![ClickUp screenshot](https://images.g2crowd.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=600,height=600,fit=scale-down,format=auto,onerror=redirect,/https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/attachment/file/92385/hero-projects-clickup-g2.png)

**Trello**
 ![Trello screenshot](https://images.g2crowd.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=600,height=600,fit=scale-down,format=auto,onerror=redirect,/https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/attachment/file/1694801/09032026-G2-Marketplace-Preview-1280x720-_16-9_-V.1.png)

**Ratings**
from reviews

Meets Requirements

**ClickUp**

**8.9** /10

Based on 10,264 responses

**Trello**

**8.8** /10

Based on 11,956 responses

Ease of Use

**ClickUp**

**8.5** /10

Based on 10,475 responses

**Trello**

**9.0** /10

Based on 12,015 responses

Ease of Setup

**ClickUp**

**8.2** /10

Based on 7,298 responses

**Trello**

**9.1** /10

Based on 3,391 responses

Ease of Admin

**ClickUp**

**8.6** /10

Based on 6,159 responses

**Trello**

**8.9** /10

Based on 3,073 responses

Quality of Support

**ClickUp**

**8.8** /10

Based on 8,362 responses

**Trello**

**8.5** /10

Based on 7,517 responses

Has the product been a good partner in doing business?

**ClickUp**

**9.0** /10

Based on 5,763 responses

**Trello**

**8.9** /10

Based on 2,485 responses

Product Direction (% positive)

**ClickUp**

**9.3** /10

Based on 9,645 responses

**Trello**

**8.1** /10

Based on 11,578 responses

**Features**
ratings from reviews

Task Management

**8.9** /10

Based on 3,796 responses

**8.9** /10

Based on 2,156 responses

Time Tracking

**8.6** /10

Based on 1,948 responses

Not enough data

AI Meeting Assistants

**8.4** /10

Based on 51 responses

Not enough data

Project Management

**8.8** /10

Based on 5,473 responses

Not enough data

AI Chatbots

**8.9** /10

Based on 27 responses

Not enough data

Project and Portfolio Management

**8.4** /10

Based on 1,214 responses

Not enough data

IT Service Management (ITSM) Tools

**8.3** /10

Based on 286 responses

Not enough data

Business Instant Messaging

**8.6** /10

Based on 427 responses

Not enough data

AI Writing Assistant

**9.5** /10

Based on 18 responses

Not enough data

Collaborative Whiteboard

**8.5** /10

Based on 731 responses

Not enough data

Workflow Management

**8.4** /10

Based on 1,778 responses

Not enough data

Mind Mapping

**8.7** /10

Based on 475 responses

Not enough data

Bug Tracking

**8.1** /10

Based on 834 responses

Not enough data

Standard Operating Procedures

**8.9** /10

Based on 125 responses

Not enough data

Knowledge Base

**8.6** /10

Based on 819 responses

Not enough data

Objectives and Key Results (OKR)

**8.7** /10

Based on 501 responses

Not enough data

Kanban Project Management

**8.6** /10

Based on 1,111 responses

Not enough data

Marketing Calendar

**8.6** /10

Based on 861 responses

Not enough data

Unified Workspaces

**8.6** /10

Based on 2,066 responses

Not enough data

Visual Collaboration Platforms

**8.7** /10

Based on 287 responses

Not enough data

Enterprise Search Software

**7.8** /10

Based on 60 responses

Not enough data

Work Management

**8.5** /10

Based on 4,945 responses

Not enough data

Project Collaboration

**8.3** /10

Based on 1,740 responses

Not enough data

AI Agents For Business Operations

**9.0** /10

Based on 62 responses

Not enough data

Calendar

**8.5** /10

Based on 48 responses

Not enough data

Document Creation

**8.4** /10

Based on 772 responses

Not enough data

Online Form Builder

**8.1** /10

Based on 409 responses

Not enough data

Markup Software

**8.9** /10

Based on 31 responses

Not enough data

AI Agent Builders

**8.5** /10

Based on 43 responses

Not enough data

Event Planning

**8.1** /10

Based on 41 responses

Not enough data

Note-Taking Software

**8.7** /10

Based on 34 responses

Not enough data

Employee Intranet

**8.4** /10

Based on 16 responses

Not enough data

Product Management

**8.4** /10

Based on 1,921 responses

Not enough data

User Insights

**Reviewers' Company Size**

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
77.6%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
18.6%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)
3.8%

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
77.6%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
18.6%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)
3.8%

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
54.6%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
30.1%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)
15.3%

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
54.6%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
30.1%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)
15.3%

**Reviewers' Industry**

[![ClickUp](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/b675771627028c890e21cb68228a24e9/clickup.svg "ClickUp")](https://www.g2.com/products/clickup/reviews)
ClickUp

Marketing and Advertising
16.8%

Computer Software
11.2%

Information Technology and Services
9.8%

Management Consulting
3.1%

Financial Services
2.5%

Other
56.5%

[![Trello](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_c55904f2545b06e10ef6d1967138c93f/trello.png "Trello")](https://www.g2.com/products/trello/reviews)
Trello

Computer Software
12.1%

Information Technology and Services
11.3%

Marketing and Advertising
9.3%

Education Management
4.3%

Internet
3.6%

Other
59.3%

Alternatives

**ClickUp Alternatives**

 ![Wrike](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/e7b3c8ae7b46d6fdecc3c383064c2ca8/wrike.svg "Wrike")

[
Wrike
](/products/wrike/reviews)

 ![Hive](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/45bac350bcb0b3e1b70ab85d890c4e5b/hive-hive-hive.svg "Hive")

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Hive
](/products/hive-hive-hive/reviews)

 ![monday AI Work Platform](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/0ecee4762e51bfed79001cde447b63a5/monday-com.svg "monday AI Work Platform")

[
monday AI Work Platform
](/products/monday-com/reviews)

 ![Asana](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1487565345/asana.svg "Asana")

[
Asana
](/products/asana/reviews)

**Trello Alternatives**

 ![Smartsheet](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1545251244/smartsheet.svg "Smartsheet")

[
Smartsheet
](/products/smartsheet/reviews)

 ![monday AI Work Platform](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/0ecee4762e51bfed79001cde447b63a5/monday-com.svg "monday AI Work Platform")

[
monday AI Work Platform
](/products/monday-com/reviews)

 ![Asana](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1487565345/asana.svg "Asana")

[
Asana
](/products/asana/reviews)

 ![Basecamp](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_a4b2e76104efa19c85f3eaaca2791f87/basecamp.png "Basecamp")

[
Basecamp
](/products/basecamp/reviews)

## ClickUp vs Trello FAQs

Generated using AI

Last updated: August 14, 2026

### What is the difference between Trello vs ClickUp?

ClickUp stands out from Trello by offering more advanced customization and features, while Trello is favored for its simplicity and visual Kanban approach.

| [Trello](https://www.g2.com/products/trello/reviews) | [ClickUp](https://www.g2.com/products/clickup/reviews) |
| --- | --- |
| 4.4/5 (14,064 reviews) | 4.6/5 (13,720 reviews) |
| Small-Business | Small-Business |
| 9.1 | 8.2 |
| 8.5 | 8.8 |
| Highly visual and intuitive Kanban board system | Customizability and all-in-one task/project management |

### How do the pricing models of Trello and ClickUp compare?

ClickUp is rated as the stronger value on price and cost satisfaction, with a higher reviewer score than Trello.

- **Trello:** In recent reviews, many cite Trello's good ROI and strong value for small teams, but note that advanced features require higher-tier plans, which can increase costs as teams scale.
- **ClickUp:** Reviewers highlight ClickUp's generous free tier and comprehensive features for the price, with positive sentiment around its pricing tiers and value for both individuals and teams.
- **Switching-reason:** Several reviewers mention switching from Trello to ClickUp for more advanced features and better value as their needs grew.

### What are the best alternatives to Trello and ClickUp?

The top 3 alternatives to Trello and ClickUp are monday AI Work Platform, Smartsheet, and Asana.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Trello](https://www.g2.com/products/trello/reviews) | 4.4/5 (14,064 reviews) | Small-Business | Good ROI for small teams, but advanced features increase cost | Highly visual and intuitive Kanban board system |
| [ClickUp](https://www.g2.com/products/clickup/reviews) | 4.6/5 (13,720 reviews) | Small-Business | Generous free tier and strong value for features | Customizability and all-in-one task/project management |
| [monday AI Work Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/monday-com/reviews) | 4.7/5 (17,144 reviews) | Small-Business | — | Flexible workflows and automation |
| [Smartsheet](https://www.g2.com/products/smartsheet/reviews) | 4.4/5 (22,707 reviews) | Mid-Market | — | Spreadsheet-style project management |
| [Asana](https://www.g2.com/products/asana/reviews) | 4.4/5 (13,867 reviews) | Small-Business | — | Task tracking and team collaboration |

### Which Task Management features should I prioritize when comparing Trello and ClickUp?

Buyers comparing Trello and ClickUp should prioritize customization, automation, integrations, task management, and AI features.

- **Customization:** ClickUp is cited in 2,145 reviews for customization, while Trello is mentioned in 173 reviews for this strength.
- **Automation:** ClickUp offers advanced automation and AI Text Generation, with 1,424 reviews mentioning time-saving features; Trello's Butler automation is praised but less frequently cited.
- **Integrations:** Trello's Slack integration is mentioned in 422 reviews, while ClickUp's integration capabilities are highlighted in 432 reviews for Trello import and 349 for Box.
- **Task Management:** ClickUp is mentioned in 3,218 reviews for task management, compared to 456 for Trello.
- **AI Features:** ClickUp offers AI Text Generation and advanced AI agents, which are not present in Trello.

### What are the pros and cons of Trello vs ClickUp?

Trello's headline strength is its simplicity and visual Kanban system, while ClickUp's is its deep customization and all-in-one feature set.

- **Trello strengths:** Simplicity (212 all-time mentions), ease of use (776), visual Kanban boards, and fast onboarding.
- **Trello trade-offs:** Limited advanced features (270), less suited for complex projects, and advanced reporting requires paid plans.
- **ClickUp strengths:** Customization (2,145), comprehensive features (1,175), task management (3,218), and flexible views (List, Board, Gantt, Calendar).
- **ClickUp trade-offs:** Overwhelming interface for new users, steeper learning curve, and performance can slow with complex workspaces (2,039 missing features mentions).

### Is Trello or ClickUp better for small businesses?

Both Trello and ClickUp are primarily used by small businesses, but Trello is favored for its simplicity and ease of onboarding, while ClickUp is chosen for its advanced features as needs grow.

- **Trello:** Small-Business segment; reviewers highlight Trello's intuitive setup, visual boards, and fast onboarding as ideal for small teams and startups.
- **ClickUp:** Small-Business segment; reviewers note ClickUp's value for small businesses needing more customization and advanced features as they scale.

### Which Task Management platform has better integrations?

ClickUp is favored for integrations due to broader reviewer-cited integration capabilities and higher mention counts.

- **Trello:** 1,100+ G2 reviews mention its Slack integration, 373 mention Jira, and Microsoft Teams is also cited.
- **ClickUp:** 432 reviews mention Trello import, 349 mention Box, and 275 mention Jira integration.

### How do Trello and ClickUp compare on customer support?

ClickUp and Trello are rated at near parity on Quality of Support, with ClickUp holding a slight advantage (8.8 vs 8.5), which is below the materiality threshold.

- **Trello:** Reviewers describe support as helpful and responsive for onboarding and basic issues, but note slower response times for complex problems or on lower-tier plans.
- **ClickUp:** Reviewers consistently praise ClickUp's support team for professionalism, fast problem resolution, and helpful onboarding resources.

### Which is easier to implement, Trello or ClickUp?

Trello is rated higher for Ease of Setup (9.1 vs 8.2), making it easier to implement than ClickUp by a material margin.

- **Trello:** Reviewers highlight fast onboarding, intuitive setup, and minimal training required, with most teams up and running quickly.
- **ClickUp:** Reviewers note a steeper learning curve and more complex initial setup due to the platform's depth and customization options, but also mention that onboarding resources help ease the process.

### Which product has better Tasks?

ClickUp is rated higher for Tasks, with more advanced task management features and higher reviewer-cited mention counts.

- **Trello:** Task Management is cited in 456 reviews, with strengths in visual boards and simple task tracking.
- **ClickUp:** Task Management is cited in 3,218 reviews, with advanced features like dependencies, customizable fields, and multiple views supporting complex workflows.