Microsoft Planner Alternatives
6 Tools Like Microsoft Planner
Quick answer: Top Microsoft Planner alternatives include Trello, Asana and Todoist. Trello and Asana are free or have free plans.
Microsoft Planner is simple task management in Microsoft 365.
Teams look for Planner alternatives for better reporting, more views or use outside Microsoft 365.
- 6 alternatives
- 6 with a free plan
The best Microsoft Planner alternatives
#1Trello
trello.com
Simple kanban boards for organising work.
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In Trello’s own words: “Make the impossible, possible with Trello. The ultimate tool to boost your productivity. Escape the clutter and chaos—stay efficient with Inbox, Boards, and Planner from anywhere, even on mobile.”
Trello has a free plan.
People switching from Asana, ClickUp, Microsoft Planner and Basecamp often consider Trello.
#2Asana
asana.com
Project management with lists, boards and timelines.
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In Asana’s own words: “Supercharge your team with AI that gets work done.”
Asana has a free plan.
People switching from Trello, Monday.com, ClickUp, Microsoft Project and Microsoft Planner often consider Asana, along with 2 other tools.
#3Todoist
todoist.com
Popular to-do list for individuals and teams.
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In Todoist’s own words: “Trusted by 30 million people and teams. Todoist is the world's favorite task manager and to-do list app. Finally become focused, organized and calm.”
Todoist has a free plan.
People switching from Google Keep and Microsoft Planner often consider Todoist.
#4Monday.com
monday.com
Customisable work boards, automations and dashboards.
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In Monday.com’s own words: “Get more work done with AI agents that work side by side with your people. Execute, manage, and operate together on one AI Workspace to drive business results.”
Monday.com has a free plan.
People switching from Trello, Asana, ClickUp, Microsoft Project and Microsoft Planner often consider Monday.com, along with 2 other tools.
#5ClickUp
clickup.com
Tasks, docs, whiteboards and goals in one app.
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In ClickUp’s own words: “Our mission is to make the world more productive. To do this, we built the everything app for work - Tasks, Docs, Goals, and Chat.”
ClickUp has a free plan.
People switching from Trello, Asana, Monday.com, Jira and Microsoft Project often consider ClickUp, along with 3 other tools.
#6MeisterTask
meistertask.com
Simple, visual kanban boards with automations.
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In MeisterTask’s own words: “The secure work management platform for teams. Plan projects, track tasks, stay aligned. Hosted in Germany, trusted by thousands of teams across Europe. Start free today.”
MeisterTask has a free plan.
People switching from Trello and Microsoft Planner often consider MeisterTask.
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How these Microsoft Planner alternatives compare
| Tool | Best for | Where it beats Microsoft Planner | The trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trello | Simple boards outside Microsoft | Very easy kanban with many integrations. | Fewer ties to Microsoft 365. |
| Asana | Growing cross-team projects | Better timelines, goals and reporting. | Another tool and subscription beyond Microsoft 365. |
| Todoist | Personal task management | Fast capture and strong personal organisation. | Lighter for team projects. |
| Monday.com | Visual team workflows | More customisable, with strong automation. | An additional cost. |
| ClickUp | Replacing several tools | Many views, docs and time tracking. | More complexity than Planner. |
| MeisterTask | Clean kanban for small teams | Simple and pleasant, with light automation. | Fewer enterprise features. |
Which should you choose?
- You need more project features: Asana
- You mainly manage your own tasks: Todoist
- You want simple boards: Trello
Our editorial summary of each tool’s focus, written November 2026. Tools change quickly, so check the details on each site.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best Microsoft Planner alternatives?
Popular Microsoft Planner alternatives include Trello, Asana and Todoist. The best choice depends on whether you need a free plan, open-source software or specific features.
Is there a free alternative to Microsoft Planner?
Yes. Trello, Asana, Todoist and Monday.com are free or have free plans.
Why do people look for Microsoft Planner alternatives?
Teams look for Planner alternatives for better reporting, more views or use outside Microsoft 365.
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