Microsoft Project

Enterprise-grade project scheduling and resource management.

Microsoft Project is built around advanced Gantt scheduling and resource leveling — the kind of scheduling rigor that has made it an industry standard for large, resource-heavy programs. It plugs directly into Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Teams, which matters most for enterprise PMOs already standardized on that ecosystem and looking for reporting and scheduling to live alongside the tools their organization already uses. Reporting is robust enough to satisfy the governance demands of large programs, and the scheduling depth goes well beyond what lighter, board-based tools offer.

At a glance

Who's it for?

It's built for enterprise PMOs running complex, resource-heavy programs, especially those already standardized on Microsoft 365.

Strength

Its scheduling depth and deep Microsoft 365 integration make it attractive for organizations that need industry-standard rigor and reporting.

Trade-off

It's expensive, carries a steep learning curve, and its heritage as desktop software still shows.

When to choose it

A strong option for large PMOs that need serious scheduling power and already live in the Microsoft ecosystem.

Microsoft Project pricing

Project Standard 2024

$679.99 one-time purchase

On-premises, desktop license

  • Project schedule, task, and cost management
  • Calendar, Gantt Chart, Network Diagram, and Task Sheet views
  • Baselines, milestones, and critical path
  • Resource leveling

Project Professional 2024

$1,129.99 one-time purchase

On-premises, desktop license

  • Everything in Project Standard 2024
  • Comprehensive resource management
  • Timesheets for payroll, project tracking, and invoicing
  • Ability to connect to Project Server Subscription Edition

Project Server Subscription Edition

Custom through a Microsoft partner

Customer-managed, on-premises

  • Built on SharePoint Server Subscription Edition
  • Project and portfolio management
  • Issue and risk management
  • Resource and demand management
  • Reporting and business intelligence

Prices in USD, checked October 2026. Prices exclude VAT and local taxes unless stated, and may vary by region, team size, and billing period. Vendors change plans often. See current Microsoft Project pricing →

Why teams choose it

  • Industry-standard scheduling
  • Deep M365 integration
  • Robust reporting

FAQ

Is Microsoft Project free to use?

No. Microsoft Project doesn't have a free plan. Paid plans start at $679.99 one-time purchase (Project Standard 2024).

Does Microsoft Project have desktop or mobile apps?

Microsoft Project is available on Desktop.

What integrations does Microsoft Project support?

Microsoft Project integrates with tools like Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, among others.

Is Microsoft Project cloud-based or self-hosted?

Microsoft Project offers both cloud (SaaS) and self-hosted deployment options.

What team sizes is Microsoft Project built for?

Microsoft Project is designed for these team sizes: Enterprise.

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