We have been using Parabol for retro & pokering meetings for over two years now in different projects. Everyone who has worked with the tool always comments on the ease of use, the smooth user experience and the way it enables interaction within the team. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

So far, we haven't found any downsides to using Parabol. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It's very easy to set up and use. You can host different events. I personally like to use Parabol boards for quick brainstorming for sprint poker or evaluating a sprint. Furthermore, an event can be very easily created and shared with your peers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The UI of parabol can be improved. Sometimes when I use the sprint poker event, the hover bar on the left is too small. I would like to collapse it or change the width myself. The information in the center also sometimes look crammed. The images that are sent from Jira to parabol are squished or not visible. I would like to have 'focus mode' where only the item that is discussed will be highlighted and enlarged. These above-mentioned points are minor things and I would still recommend parabol to others Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

This product allows teams to get on the same page in a very quick manner. As a UX Designer, I am not always sure how complex it will be to develop my designs. Parabol allows our entire team to come together and have a shared understanding of each ticket and the amount of work it'll take to get it done. I feel this tool has created a stronger connection between UX and the Development Team. We are able to speak the same language and there's been a lot less back and forth on tickets because of our Parabol usage! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

N/A! For what I use Parabol for (once every 2 weeks), it works great. I'm more of a participant in each session vs someone who sets it up, so for my level of usage, the product is very accessible and helpful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It's very use to use and so quick to set up meetings. I like how easy it is to create actions during discussions and capture everyones thoughts it one single location. The email summaries are useful for when you miss a meeting. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I wish there was an option to play background music (like in FigJam). Sometimes the silence while everyone is typing out their responses is a big void. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

We tried a few tools for conducting retrospectives, but we found that Parabol was the best for us. Its interface is simple and beautiful, and the developers have put thought into every feature and option. This attention to detail is evident in the final product. Parabol also includes several meeting templates that make it easy to prepare for a retrospective. Plus, it integrates well with other major tools. Finally, the AI-generated report that is emailed to you at the end of the meeting is a great feature! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find the menus outside the meetings unintuitive. The team dashboard could be improved and I miss some features to see meeting stats, such as identifying which team members have written the most tickets in retrospectives, etc. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The UI is simple and easy to use. The icebreakers start you off with a little chuckle, while the presets help you focus on the discussions happening during the meeting. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The limited amount of free presets for Retro. Also, the Jira integration when sprint planning doesn't always work and we have to manually set the story points instead of doing it through the Parabol UI. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

- No frills, straightforward ceremony creation & facilitation

- Super intuitive

- Multiple templates (for Planning, Retro, etc)

- Basic configs available (Ice breaker, Anonymous Retro feedback)

- Integrates with Jira for Planning (and estimate assignment straight to Jira)

- Auto-summary of grouped feedback in Retros Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

- While it integrates with Jira for the ceremonies, doesn't seem to export nicely Retro actions so we can import and track them in Jira instead Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I have been using Parabol for both backlog refinements and retrospective meetings. The best features about Parobol from my experience so far: 1) templates: the ability to customize and modify accordingly to individual team needs, 2) Jira tickets can be added into the tool and a seamless experience for updating story points through Parabol 3) the ability to create teams within Parabol, 4) summary via email: reduces the effort to take meeting notes and distribute post meetings, 5) ice breakers: every time I would have to pull ice breakers for retros, but this solves the hazzle, 6) individual progress markers during retros! Overall, a very pleasant experience. I also love that it gives an overview of the team tasks which reduces the effort to track action items, making it a self managed system! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Some add-ons that would be great:

- Can be more fun by adding more colors

- Other voting options

- Music to the tool while the team is working on adding thoughts during retro Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Great UX - super clear. Process intuitive, with a fun element, easy to implement with the team. We use it as part of our scrum ceremonies on a frequent basis. Allows teams to have open and unbiased dialogue. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Actually pretty happy with the tool, might be managing email notifications not only on a personal but also on a team/org level would be useful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I find most impressive about Parabol is its seamless integration of agile methodologies and its ability to foster efficient and engaging online collaboration. The tool excels at streamlining the entire project management process, from planning and execution to retrospectives and continuous improvement. Its user-friendly interface, robust task management features, and customizable workflows make it a standout choice for teams seeking agility and adaptability. In an era where remote work is increasingly prevalent, Parabol's emphasis on fostering a sense of connection and camaraderie among team members, regardless of their physical location, is a game-changer. The tool's commitment to excellence extends to its outstanding customer support, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for users. Overall, Parabol's comprehensive approach to project management, coupled with its dedication to agile principles and seamless online collaboration, makes it a remarkable and indispensable asset for any team striving for success in today's dynamic work environment. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It's important to note that these potential drawbacks are relatively minor compared to the overall strengths and benefits that Parabol brings to project management. The team behind Parabol is actively working to improve the tool based on user feedback. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.