What is Kanri?
Kanri is a free, open-source kanban board app for the desktop that runs without an internet connection or an account. Boards hold columns and cards with rich-text descriptions, sub-tasks, due dates and tags, and all of it is saved in one local JSON file. It is aimed at personal use and solo developers: there is no cloud sync or collaboration, and the developers say a sync service of their own is not planned in the near future.
Kanri is free to use. See every plan
Good for
- Personal kanban boards kept on one computer
- Solo developers who want boards without an account
- People moving a board off Trello to a local app
Worth knowing
- Desktop only: downloads are offered for Windows, macOS and Linux, with no mobile or web version.
- There is no cloud sync or collaboration, and the FAQ says the data file's location cannot be changed yet, so boards cannot be placed in a synced folder.
- The app is not code-signed, so the operating system may flag it as unsafe; Apple Silicon Mac users may need to run a Terminal command if macOS reports the app as broken.
- The README says the project is still in active development, is provided as is, and that users should make regular backups.
Key features
- Boards, columns and cards
- Unlimited boards, each with customizable columns for the stages of a workflow and cards that move between them.
- Card details
- A card can carry a rich-text description written in a Markdown-like format, along with sub-tasks, a due date and tags.
- Local storage with no account
- All data is stored on the computer in a single JSON file. The app needs no internet connection or sign-up and does not track usage.
- Themes and backgrounds
- Light, dark and Catppuccin themes are included, and custom themes and board background images can be set.
- Keyboard and click shortcuts
- Keyboard shortcuts create, rename and delete columns, add cards and change column zoom. Double-clicking renames a card or edits a sub-task without opening the card.
- Import and export
- Boards exported from Trello as JSON can be imported with their columns, cards, descriptions, sub-tasks, due dates and tags. Single boards or all data can be exported as a backup.
Kanri pricing
- Starts at
- Free
- Free plan
- The whole app is free and open source under GPL v3, with no paid version, no account and no usage tracking. The FAQ says the project generates no revenue.
- Free trial
- None listed
| Plan | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | The complete desktop app for Windows, macOS and Linux, with unlimited boards, columns and cards. |
Read from kanriapp.com on Oct 9, 2026. Prices change, so confirm with Kanri before you buy.
Works with
Kanri alternatives
- Kanri vs Brisqi
Free plan · from $29.99 one-time
- Kanri vs Trello
Free plan · from $5/mo
- Kanri vs Kan Do
From $2.99 one-time
Common questions
Is Kanri free?
Yes. Kanri is free to use. The whole app is free and open source under GPL v3, with no paid version, no account and no usage tracking. The FAQ says the project generates no revenue.
How much does Kanri cost?
Kanri lists one plan. Free: $0. Prices were read from kanriapp.com on Oct 9, 2026.
What platforms does Kanri work on?
Kanri is available on Windows, macOS and Linux.
Does Kanri have an Android app?
No Android app was listed when its pages were read on Oct 9, 2026. Kanri is listed for Windows, macOS and Linux.
Does Kanri have an iPhone app?
No iPhone app was listed when its pages were read on Oct 9, 2026. Kanri is listed for Windows, macOS and Linux.
Is Kanri open source?
Yes. Kanri is open source, according to its own site.
Does Kanri work offline?
Yes, according to its own site. What works without a connection differs by plan and platform, so check the vendor's page for the detail.
What does Kanri integrate with?
Kanri's listing names Trello. A listing names up to eight integrations, so it may connect to more.
Who makes Kanri?
Kanri is made by Kanri Team. It dates from 2022.
What are the alternatives to Kanri?
The closest alternatives to Kanri in our directory are Brisqi, Trello, Tasks.md, Super Productivity and Kan Do. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Kanri.
Sources for this page
The prices, plans, platforms and features above were read from these pages on Oct 9, 2026.