Trello Review
Verdict: Trello earns 4.5/5 from 23,400 reviews, ranking #3 of 6 project management tools we track. It suits Individuals & small teams best. Dead simple is its standout strength, while limited for complex projects is the main trade-off to weigh.
Our take on Trello
Trello is the friendliest entry to task management — visual Kanban boards with cards, checklists, and power-ups. Perfect for small teams and personal projects.
Key features
- Kanban boards
- Cards & checklists
- Power-ups
- Butler automation
- Templates
Pros & cons
Pros
- Dead simple
- Generous free tier
- Fast setup
Cons
- Limited for complex projects
- Reporting is thin
Who Trello is for
A good fit if…
- • You are individuals & small teams.
- • Your use case is personal tasks.
- • Your use case is small teams.
- • Your use case is simple kanban.
- • Dead simple matters to you.
Look elsewhere if…
- • Limited for complex projects would be a dealbreaker.
- • Reporting is thin would be a dealbreaker.
Trello pricing
Full pricing breakdown →| Plan | Price | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | — |
| StandardPopular | $5/mo | $60 |
| Premium | $10/mo | $120 |
How Trello compares
| Measure | Trello | Category average |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 |
| Starting price | Free | — |
| Rank by rating | #3 of 6 | — |
| Public API | Yes | 5 of 5 offer one |
Integrations
Alternatives to consider
All Trello alternatives →Bottom line on Trello
4.5/5 · Freemium · best for Individuals & small teams
Frequently asked questions
Is Trello worth it?+
Trello is rated 4.5/5 across 23,400 reviews and is best suited to Individuals & small teams. Dead simple is the standout strength; the main trade-off is limited for complex projects.
What do users like most about Trello?+
Dead simple, Generous free tier, Fast setup.
What are the downsides of Trello?+
Limited for complex projects, Reporting is thin. Whether these matter depends on your use case — see who it is and isn't for above.
How much does Trello cost?+
Trello offers a free plan, with paid plans from $5/mo.
How does Trello compare with other project management tools?+
Among the 6 project management tools we track, Trello ranks #3 by rating (4.5/5 vs a 4.5/5 category average).
What is Trello best used for?+
Personal tasks, Small teams, Simple Kanban.