Comparison
Jira vs Trello
Scored side by side on project-management, using the same criteria we apply across the category.
The enterprise standard for issue tracking, with configurability that cuts both ways.
Scored side by side
Speed and UX
Workflow flexibility
Reporting depth
Integrations
Admin controls
Value for money
Jira verdict
Still the right answer for large, process-heavy organisations. For teams under a hundred engineers the configurability is a cost, not a feature.
- Models any process you can define
- Deepest marketplace and integration ecosystem
- Enterprise governance and audit capability
Trello verdict
Ideal for small, self-contained workflows. Plan to migrate once you need dependencies or cross-team reporting.
- Immediate to learn with no training required
- Generous free tier
- Butler automation is genuinely capable
FAQ
Common questions
What's the difference between Jira and Trello?
Jira: Still the right answer for large, process-heavy organisations. For teams under a hundred engineers the configurability is a cost, not a feature. Trello: Ideal for small, self-contained workflows. Plan to migrate once you need dependencies or cross-team reporting.
Which has better reviews, Jira or Trello?
Trello is rated higher — 4.4/5 versus 4.1/5, from 15,800 and 23,100 reviews respectively.
Does Jira or Trello have a free plan?
Both do. Jira starts at $0 / $8.60 per user / month, and Trello starts at $0 / $5 per user / month.