Features, pricing, and head-to-head comparison
Last updated: April 14, 2026
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| Basecamp | Trello | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2/5 | 4.5/5 |
| Free Plan | Yes | Yes |
| Category | — | — |
| Feature | Basecamp | Trello |
|---|---|---|
| API access | ||
| Automations | Butler automations (limited) | |
| Comments & mentions | ||
| Custom fields | ||
| File attachments | ||
| Gantt charts | ||
| Guest access | ||
| Integrations (Slack, etc.) | ||
| Kanban boards | ||
| Mobile app | ||
| Real-time collaboration | ||
| Reporting & dashboards | ||
| Task management | ||
| Templates | ||
| Time tracking |
$15/mo billed yearly
Per user
$299/mo billed yearly
Unlimited
Unlimited
$5/mo billed yearly
Unlimited
$10/mo billed yearly
Unlimited
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Based on our analysis, Basecamp has a higher user rating (0/5 vs 0/5). However, the best choice depends on your specific needs — Basecamp and Trello each have unique strengths.
Both offer free plans. Compare all pricing tiers above.
Yes, many teams switch between Basecamp and Trello. Both tools offer data export features. We recommend trying Trello's free plan before fully migrating.
The key differences are in pricing, features, and target audience. See our detailed feature comparison above for a side-by-side breakdown of all 2026 differences.