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Asana vs OpenProject
Asana vs OpenProject
A side-by-side look at Asana (the paid SaaS) and OpenProject (the open source alternative). Use this page to decide if the switch fits your team and workflow.
| Asana | OpenProject | |
|---|---|---|
| Tagline | Project and task management for teams. | Enterprise-ready open source project management. |
| License | Proprietary SaaS | GPL-3.0 |
| Pricing | Free tier for up to 10; Premium from $10.99/user/month. | Free to self-host · optional paid hosted plan |
| Self-host option | No | Yes — difficulty 3/5 |
| Hosted cloud available | Yes (only option) | Yes |
| Desktop apps | Varies by product | Web only |
| Mobile apps | Official apps typically available | None official |
Ad slot — between tables
Best for
Teams that need Gantt, roadmaps and enterprise controls.
OpenProject strengths
- Strong Gantt, roadmaps and budget features.
- BIM (Building Information Modeling) for construction industry.
- Active enterprise adoption.
OpenProject weaknesses
- Community edition lacks some premium features.
- Setup has more moving parts than lightweight tools.
- UI density can intimidate newcomers.
What's the catch with Asana?
- Pricing jumps significantly beyond Basic tier.
- Steep learning curve for advanced features.
- {'Lock-in': 'exporting workflows is painful.'}
Still unsure?
Check the full list of alternatives to Asana: see Asana alternatives, or learn more about OpenProject on its project page.