Linear Reviews & Product Details

I worked at an AI tech startup that used Linear for all of its project management, and it was great for organizing our work. I liked that we could make tickets for anything, and the section for comments helped a lot, especially with its integration with GitHub. I could push and make comments directly to show my teammates using the magic word commands, and they could leave comments on my git that I could see in our Linear. I liked how simple it was; there was no onboarding needed, it was very intuitive and easy to get started. The free plan was robust; we ran our entire startup off of it, and there was never a need to pay for the full version. I used the 'make a ticket' feature the most, along with the comments section to keep up with everything. The comments were how I'd tell my co-worker to check my work or that a section was ready for code review. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The magic words got confusing, and I didn't know the exact purpose for some of them. The structure for the magic words was just confusing and unexplained, so we just used them however we wanted. It would be easier if there was an explanation of what each magic word did, and if the magic words could pop up in Git. I had to type them in myself, unlike in Git where you might get a label pop-up. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Linear feels incredibly fast and responsive, which makes it easy to stay in the flow while managing tasks. The interface is clean and minimal without being confusing, and shortcuts make navigation surprisingly smooth. I also really like how issues, projects, and roadmaps all tie together in a way that keeps everything connected without adding extra layers of complexity. It feels built for speed and focus, which makes day-to-day work much easier. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

While Linear is excellent for smaller teams or straightforward workflows, it can feel a bit limiting if you need a lot of customization or complex reporting. Some integrations are still fairly basic, so you might need to patch together extra tools if your team has heavier requirements. It’s not a dealbreaker, but it does mean that bigger organizations may run into friction compared to more feature-heavy platforms. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Linear is a fast and intuitive project management tool that helps teams track issues, plan sprints, and stay organized. What I like best about Linear is its clean, minimal interface that makes navigating tasks effortless. Its keyboard-driven workflow and smooth performance make updating work incredibly quick. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

While Linear works exceptionally well, there are a few areas where it could grow even further. Some advanced customization options are limited, which keeps the platform simple but may leave power users wanting more flexibility. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find Linear very easy and convenient to use. It's fast and reliable, consistently meeting my expectations without any delays. The integration with Slack is particularly impressive, ensuring that we receive every update promptly, which enhances our communication and keeps everyone in the loop efficiently. I also appreciate the integration with GitHub, as this means our tech team's changes and PR merges are seamlessly updated on Slack, thus enhancing workflow transparency. Additionally, Linear's initial setup was straightforward and intuitive. It is not overloaded with features, making it easy to understand and operate, which is a significant advantage. Generally, my experience with Linear has been very positive, and I find it to be an excellent tool for managing our operations efficiently. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I think earlier their mobile app, at least the iOS app, was not that good. I haven't used it since, but my experience from at least six months ago was not positive. Apart from that, Linear has not very good analytics or reporting capabilities. Unlike Asana and other ticketing tools, Linear's analytics are lacking, forcing me to integrate it with Google Sheets to perform customer analytics. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I appreciate how Linear enables easy structuring of initiatives, projects, and tasks. It's great how simple it is to link dependencies and organize sprints. I find it quite developer-friendly, thanks to the simple API and intuitive shortcuts. It's super straightforward, focusing on core parts, which makes it super easy to use. I also like the easy shortcuts for most actions, and the API can be easily integrated with LLMs to generate a comprehensive backlog with little effort. The usability, cost benefits, and smooth initial setup make Linear the right choice. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find automations are quite limited, and I would love to have the ability to create low code workflows within Linear. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find Linear very comfortable to use compared to most apps. The design and UX are so appealing that they actually make me want to use it. Tags are particularly comfortable for organizing tasks. I also love the design of the platform, which makes it feel intuitive and user-friendly. Plus, the management system in Linear means I don't need to constantly control engineers; they're effectively managed by deadlines within the app. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I don't like that I have to pay per person. It becomes costy if you have 10 people in the team. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I really like the clean, minimalist interface and the overall simplicity of the platform. Unlike many project management tools that feel cluttered with features and dashboards, Linear feels light and easy on the mind, helping me to be focused on my tasks without feeling overwhelmed. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sometimes, the desktop app becomes stuck and requires a full restart, which can be annoying when you're neck deep in a task. Although, the platform is clean and minimal, certain functions could be more intuitive or accessible. I’d love to see the platform become more user-friendly in terms of navigation, especially. These small issues can make the experience feel a bit tedious at times. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I love that all the conversation can happen off Linear as well, like in Slack, so I don't have to leave Slack to update things or open new ones. From Slack, we can open different types of tickets that are then assigned and filed based on predefined Linear workflows. This greatly speeds things up on our end, as there's no context switching. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find the UI can sometimes be hard on the eyes because everything looks visually flat. I feel like Jira had them better organized, for example. I'd suggest making it less flat, visually. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

As a Sr. Product Manager, I use Linear every single day to manage sprints, prioritize tasks, and keep the team aligned. What I love most is the clean, minimal UI and how effortless it feels to plan and track work. The speed is unmatched compared to other tools—no lag, no clutter, just a smooth experience. The keyboard-first navigation and shortcuts make me significantly more productive. I also appreciate how well it integrates with tools like Slack and GitHub, giving me a streamlined workflow across product and engineering. Linear makes it easy to stay on top of roadmaps and execution without feeling overwhelmed. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One limitation I’ve felt is with epics management. Currently, epics feel too lightweight—I’d love the ability to create a full-fledged epic structure, where I can build modules inside an epic, and within those, create tasks and subtasks. This would allow more depth and hierarchy in planning complex projects. Right now, we make it work with tasks and projects, but for bigger initiatives, a more structured epic framework would be a huge value add. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Linear’s clean, fast interface and powerful keyboard shortcuts make issue tracking effortless and help me stay focused and productive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Some advanced features have a learning curve, and limited customization options can be restrictive for certain workflows. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.