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Trello
Project Management

Basecamp vs Trello 2026

Last updated: April 4, 2026

Quick Verdict

Trello has a higher overall rating (4.4 vs 4.2), indicating stronger user satisfaction. Trello is more affordable at $5/user/mo vs $15/user/mo. Both are strong options in the Project Management category. Choose based on your specific needs, team size, and feature priorities.

Basecamp

Starting Price
$15/user/mo
Free Tier
Not Available
Overall Rating
4.2/ 5.0
Integrations
75
Mobile App
Yes

Trello

Starting Price
$5/user/mo
Free Tier
Available
Overall Rating
4.4/ 5.0
Integrations
200
Mobile App
Yes

Feature Comparison

FeatureBasecampTrello
tasks
subtasksvia_checklists
custom fieldspaid
timeline gantt
portfolios
time tracking
automationbasicpaid
reportingbasicpaid
goals

Best For

Basecamp
  • Small teams wanting simple project management
  • Remote teams needing centralized communication
  • Businesses preferring flat-fee pricing
Trello
  • Teams wanting simple kanban boards
  • Small teams with basic project needs
  • Visual learners preferring card-based workflows

Limitations

Basecamp
  • Fewer features than modern PM tools
  • No advanced reporting or analytics
  • No native time tracking
Trello
  • Limited features for complex projects
  • No native time tracking or Gantt charts
  • Less powerful than competitors for advanced PM

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