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Trello vs Planka
Trello vs Planka
A side-by-side look at Trello (the paid SaaS) and Planka (the open source alternative). Use this page to decide if the switch fits your team and workflow.
| Trello | Planka | |
|---|---|---|
| Tagline | Simple kanban boards. | Trello-style kanban you can self-host in minutes. |
| License | Proprietary SaaS | AGPL-3.0 |
| Pricing | Free tier; Standard from $5/user/month. | Free to self-host |
| Self-host option | No | Yes — difficulty 2/5 |
| Hosted cloud available | Yes (only option) | No |
| Desktop apps | Varies by product | Web only |
| Mobile apps | Official apps typically available | None official |
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Best for
The cleanest, lightest Trello replacement you can self-host.
Planka strengths
- One-command Docker deploy.
- Clean Trello-like UX.
- Lightweight and fast.
Planka weaknesses
- Fewer power-ups than Trello.
- No official mobile app.
- Small team — features land at moderate pace.
What's the catch with Trello?
- Power-ups add up fast once you need automation.
- Large boards get slow.
- No self-hosted option.
Still unsure?
Check the full list of alternatives to Trello: see Trello alternatives, or learn more about Planka on its project page.