A detailed comparison of Trello and Basecamp to help you choose the right tool for your needs.
Visual collaboration tool that creates a shared perspective on any project.
All-in-one project management and team communication tool.
| Plan | Trello | Basecamp |
|---|---|---|
| Free Tier | ✓ Unlimited cards, 10 boards | ✓ Personal plan (limited) |
| Lowest Paid | $5/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Enterprise | $17.50/user/mo | $299/mo flat |
| Feature | Trello | Basecamp |
|---|---|---|
| Kanban boards | ✓ | — |
| Power-Ups | ✓ | — |
| Butler automation | ✓ | — |
| Calendar view | ✓ | — |
| Card templates | ✓ | — |
| Checklists | ✓ | — |
| Labels and filters | ✓ | — |
| Mobile app | ✓ | ✓ |
| Integrations | ✓ | — |
| Custom fields | ✓ | — |
| Message boards | — | ✓ |
| To-do lists | — | ✓ |
| Schedules | — | ✓ |
| Docs & files | — | ✓ |
| Group chat | — | ✓ |
| Automatic check-ins | — | ✓ |
| Hill charts | — | ✓ |
| Client access | — | ✓ |
| Email integration | — | ✓ |
| Open Source | ✗ | ✗ |
| Rating | ⭐ 4.4 | ⭐ 4.1 |
Choose Trello if: You need small teams and simple kanban workflows. Trello excels with its very easy to learn and generous free tier.
Choose Basecamp if: You need teams that value simplicity and flat pricing. Basecamp stands out with its simple and opinionated and flat pricing for pro.
Best free option: Both Trello and Basecamp offer free tiers. Trello offers "Unlimited cards, 10 boards" while Basecamp offers "Personal plan (limited)".
It depends on your needs. Trello is better for small teams and simple kanban workflows, while Basecamp is better for teams that value simplicity and flat pricing. Both are excellent tools rated 4.4 and 4.1 respectively.
Trello starts at $5/user/mo while Basecamp starts at $15/user/mo. Both offer free tiers.
Most tools offer import/export features to help you migrate. We recommend trying Basecamp's free tier before fully committing to a switch.
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