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Gantter alternatives

As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Gantter alternative is Smartsheet (3.0 GPA). The best free one is TeamGantt (2.2 GPA).

Gantter compared with 5 alternatives: TeamGantt, GanttPRO, Instagantt, Microsoft Project and Smartsheet.

Gantter is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $99 per user / year ($9.95 billed monthly). 2 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.

Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from

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At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
GantterThis toolFree trial · from $99/yrTrial onlyWeb
TeamGanttFree plan · from $59/moYesWeb, iOS, Android
GanttPROFree trial · from $8/moTrial onlyWeb, iOS, Android
InstaganttFree plan · from $10/moYesWeb
Microsoft ProjectFree trial · from $30.00/moTrial onlyWindows
SmartsheetFree trial · from $9/moTrial onlyWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android

Price against what you get

Gantter starts at $8.25 a month when paid by the year for each person and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 5 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.

Smartsheet scores higher without starting lower. GanttPRO starts lower without scoring higher.

Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged

D1.0C2.0B3.0A4.0Free$1$2$5$10$20$50$100$200$500$1kMore for lessCosts more, scores moreCosts less, scores lessCosts more, scores lessGantterTeamGanttGanttPROInstaganttMicrosoft ProjectSmartsheet

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How each one differs from Gantter

  1. TeamGantt

    Web-based Gantt chart scheduling priced by project, not seat

    • TeamGantt starts at $59 per month, or $589 billed yearly (flat rate, 5 projects).
    • TeamGantt has a free plan, which Gantter lacks.
    • TeamGantt also lists iOS and Android apps.
    • TeamGantt also covers tasks, kanban boards and time tracking.
    • TeamGantt does not cover reports, which Gantter does.

    Suits: Teams that plan around a schedule and want the Gantt chart first

  2. GanttPRO

    Online Gantt chart maker for planning and tracking projects

    • GanttPRO starts at $8 per user / month, billed annually ($7 from 20 users).
    • GanttPRO also lists iOS and Android apps.
    • GanttPRO also covers tasks, kanban boards and time tracking.
    • GanttPRO does not cover reports, which Gantter does.

    Suits: Project managers who plan with dependencies, baselines and a critical path

  3. Instagantt

    Web-based Gantt charts, standalone or synced with Asana

    • Instagantt starts at $10 per month, billed yearly as $120 (Individual, 1 user).
    • Instagantt has a free plan, which Gantter lacks.
    • Instagantt also covers templates, tasks, kanban boards and time tracking.
    • Instagantt does not cover reports, which Gantter does.

    Suits: Asana users who want Gantt charts with two-way sync

  4. Microsoft Project

    Desktop project scheduling for Windows with Gantt charts

    • Microsoft Project starts at $30.00 per user / month, paid yearly (Plan 3), or $679.99 one-time (Standard 2024).
    • Microsoft Project also lists a Windows app.
    • Microsoft Project lists no web app, which Gantter has.
    • Microsoft Project can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Microsoft Project also covers templates and tasks.

    Suits: Project managers who build detailed schedules with dependencies and baselines

  5. Smartsheet

    Spreadsheet-style project and work management for teams

    • Smartsheet starts at $9 per Member / month, billed yearly ($12 billed monthly).
    • Smartsheet also lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps.
    • Smartsheet also covers tasks, calendar, kanban boards and workflow automation.
    • Smartsheet does not cover reports, which Gantter does.

    Suits: Teams that are comfortable working in spreadsheets

Limits worth knowing in Gantter

  • There is no free plan, only a 7-day trial.
  • The product runs in the browser, started through a Google account or a non-Google account.
  • Each user needs a paid seat.
  • The page shows one plan for everyone, with no cheaper tier for lighter use.
Gantter pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Gantter?

The alternatives to Gantter in this directory are TeamGantt, GanttPRO, Instagantt, Microsoft Project and Smartsheet. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Gantter.

Is there a free alternative to Gantter?

Yes. TeamGantt and Instagantt have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Gantter alternatives work on Windows?

The Gantter listing does not include a Windows app. Microsoft Project and Smartsheet list one.

Which Gantter alternatives work on macOS?

The Gantter listing does not include a macOS app. Smartsheet lists one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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