Trello
Trello by Atlassian — project management with Kanban boards with Butler automation.
Why We Picked Trello
We picked Trello for its powerful automations. It is ideal for small teams on project teams, with native integrations for Jira and Slack.
Key Features
- Kanban boards with Butler automation
- AI writing and summaries via Atlassian Intelligence
- Templates, checklists, and simple tracking
- Power-Ups for extensibility
Specifications
| Core Competency | Project Management, Small Teams |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2011 |
| Funding | Acquired |
| Certifications | SOC2 Type II, GDPR |
| Pricing Model | per-seat |
| Free Tier | Available |
| Native Integrations | 5 of 5 top integrations |
| Team Size | Small |
Trust & Credibility
Founded: 2011 (15 years in operation)
Funding: Acquired
Team Size: 201-1000 employees
Security & Compliance: SOC2 Type II GDPR
Best For
Methodology Fit
How well Trello supports each PM methodology, scored 1-5 based on feature depth and template availability. Trello is strongest for Kanban teams (5/5).
| Methodology | Score | Fit |
|---|---|---|
| Agile | 3/5 | |
| Kanban | 5/5 | |
| Waterfall | 1/5 | |
| Hybrid | 2/5 | |
| SAFe | 1/5 |
AI Capability Depth
How deep Trello's AI goes across five key dimensions, scored 1-5 based on feature analysis. Trello is strongest in workflow automation and has the most room to grow in agentic ai.
| Capability | Score | Depth |
|---|---|---|
| Workflow Automation | 3/5 | |
| Predictive Analytics | 1/5 | |
| Content Generation | 3/5 | |
| Natural Language | 2/5 | |
| Agentic AI | 1/5 |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Kanban boards with Butler automation
- AI writing and summaries via Atlassian Intelligence
- Templates, checklists, and simple tracking
- Power-Ups for extensibility
Cons
- Limited advanced features compared to competitors
- Smaller user community and resources
Trello Pricing (February 2026)
Pricing model: per-seat
| Plan | Price | Includes |
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| Free | $0 |
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| Standard | $5/user/month (per seat) |
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| Premium | $10/user/month (per seat) |
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| Enterprise | $17.50/user/month (per seat) |
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What AI features does each tier include?
| Free | No AI |
| Paid | Atlassian Intelligence in Standard+ |
| Enterprise | Full AI with admin controls |
Annual billing required for listed prices
Pricing verified February 2026. Visit Trello pricing page for current rates.
Pricing
For the most up-to-date pricing information, visit the Trello pricing page.
Who is this for?
Teams coordinating planning, delivery, and reporting across projects.
Bottom line
Trello suits focused use cases; compare against higher-scoring options if you need breadth.
PM Reviews & Ratings
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5 of 5 top integrations are native (not requiring third-party connectors).
| Integration | Type | Direction | Sync |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slack | Native | Bi-directional | Real-time |
| Google Drive | Native | One-way | Real-time |
| Jira | Native | Bi-directional | Real-time |
| Zapier | Native | Bi-directional | Webhook |
| Microsoft Teams | Native | Bi-directional | Real-time |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Trello
What is Trello?
Trello is an AI-powered project management platform that provides kanban boards with butler automation. It scores 61/100 in our expert analysis and is best for project management, small teams.
How much does Trello cost?
Trello has a free tier available, with paid plans starting from $5/user/month. Pricing varies by team size and feature tier — check the official pricing page for current rates.
Is Trello worth it?
Trello scored 61/100 in our transparent 100-point methodology across capability depth, AI quality, ecosystem, UX, governance, and value. It is best suited for project management, small teams. Teams outside that profile may find better fit with alternatives.
Who is Trello best for?
Trello is best for project management, small teams. Our scoring rubric weights team size fit, methodology alignment, integration depth, and AI quality — Trello's strongest dimensions align with these audiences.
What are the best alternatives to Trello?
The top alternatives to Trello are ClickUp, Wrike, Zoho Projects — each scored in our directory for direct comparison.