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Trello

Visual kanban-based work management platform for teams of any size

Trello is a kanban-style project management tool that organizes work into boards, lists, and cards to help teams collaborate and track progress visually. Owned by Atlassian, it combines intuitive drag-and-drop functionality with workflow automation and integrations. In 2026, it includes AI-powered features like quick capture and content generation across paid tiers.

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RC Score
7.8/10
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The methodology

How we scored it

Six-factor weighted score. Each dimension scored 0–10 by our editorial team across testing periods of 3–18 months. No vendor influence.

Value for money25%
8.5/10
Features20%
6.8/10
Ease of use15%
9.2/10
Support quality15%
7.5/10
Deal strength15%
0.0/10
User feedback10%
0.0/10
Pricing

What it actually costs

Intro pricing shown — see the renewal note for what you'll pay after the introductory term. We don't hide the second-act price.

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Free

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Standard

$6/mo intro
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Premium

$12.5/mo intro
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Enterprise

$17.5/mo intro
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The real cost

What you'll actually pay across 4 years, including the renewal cliff. We blend the math so you see the true monthly cost.

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When the bill actually arrives

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Head to head

Trello against the field

The highest-scoring alternatives in the same category, compared on the figures we hold for all of them.

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ReviewCost score7.8/108.7/108.7/10
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Biggest strengthIntuitive drag-and-drop interface with minimal learning curve, making adoption fast across non-technical teamsReal-time collaboration is genuinely excellent — multiple designers can work simultaneously without conflicts or lagSlackbot's contextual awareness of your team's conversations and files eliminates constant app-switching — it actually knows what you've been working on
Biggest drawbackLimited task dependencies and no native Gantt charts; complex projects require workarounds or third-party Power-UpsPerformance degrades noticeably on complex files with hundreds of artboards or heavy pluginsAI features like Slackbot and summarisation require paid plans, pricing out smaller teams who'd benefit most from automation

Prices are the published figures at the time of writing and change often. Renewal pricing is shown where the vendor publishes it. See how we review.

Common questions

What people ask about Trello

Straight answers to what buyers actually ask, drawn from the documentation and published user reports.

Is Trello suitable for large enterprise projects?
Not ideally. Trello excels for straightforward task tracking and visual coordination but lacks native task dependencies, resource management, and advanced reporting. Enterprise teams typically migrate to Asana, monday.com, or Jira when projects become complex. The $17.50/user/month Enterprise tier exists but remains better suited to large teams performing simple kanban work rather than sophisticated portfolio management.
Will I need to pay for Power-Ups on top of my Trello subscription?
Not necessarily. Free tier users now get unlimited Power-Ups, and many free Power-Ups exist. However, advanced capabilities like Gantt charts, time tracking, detailed reporting, and CRM integrations typically require paid third-party Power-Ups. Budgeting an extra $10–40/user/month for premium Power-Ups is realistic if you need features competitors include natively.
How does Trello compare to ClickUp or monday.com on price?
Trello Standard at $5/user/month (annual) is cheaper than ClickUp's $7/user/month or monday.com's $6/user/month. However, total cost narrows when you add Power-Ups for Gantt charts, time tracking, and reporting—features ClickUp and monday.com bundle natively. For basic kanban, Trello is cheaper; for complex workflows, competitors may offer better value.
Can I use Trello's AI features on the free tier?
No. AI quick capture is available on Standard ($5/user/month annually) and above. Atlassian Intelligence (AI summarisation and content generation) requires Premium ($10/user/month annually) or Enterprise. The free tier does not include AI features.
Does Trello offer discounts or coupons in 2026?
No current promotional codes were found in available sources. Trello offers annual billing at approximately 16–20% discount versus monthly billing. Educational and non-profit organisations may qualify for discounts; contact Atlassian sales for details. No third-party coupon platforms advertise active Trello codes as of August 2026.