Plane

Agile Freemium

Plane is an open-source take on the kind of issue tracking software teams associate with tools like Jira or Linear, built around issues, cycles, and modules rather than generic boards. Being open-source means teams get control over hosting and data rather than depending entirely on a vendor, while the day-to-day experience still feels modern rather than like a compromise for choosing the open-source option. Cycles and modules give it enough structure for iteration-based work, and it integrates with GitHub and Slack, covering the essentials of a software team's existing workflow.

It's aimed at small and mid-size software teams that want modern issue tracking with open-source ownership.

At a glance

Who's it for?

It's for software teams that want the modern feel of tools like Linear, but with open-source control over hosting and data.

Strength

Its open-source core and modern issue tracking make it attractive for teams that value ownership over their tooling.

Trade-off

Its enterprise-grade features are still maturing compared to established competitors.

When to choose it

A strong option for product teams that want a modern, self-hostable alternative to Jira or Linear.

Why teams choose it

  • Open-source core
  • Modern issue tracking
  • Cycles and modules

FAQ

Is Plane free to use?

Plane offers a free plan, with paid tiers available for more advanced features.

Does Plane have desktop or mobile apps?

Plane is available on Web, Mobile.

What integrations does Plane support?

Plane integrates with tools like GitHub, Slack, among others.

Is Plane cloud-based or self-hosted?

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

What team sizes is Plane built for?

Plane is designed for these team sizes: Small team, Mid-size.

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