Project management tools · Comparison
Wrike vs Trello (2026): Which Is Better?
Wrike is best all-in-one work management platform; Trello is best for simple kanban boards. We compare pricing, features, ease of use and G2 and Capterra ratings to help you choose.
Key takeaways
- Overall winner: Wrike (9.4/10 vs 7.8/10), winning 5 of 7 categories.
- Choose Wrike for growing teams and enterprises that want one platform for projects, resources, portfolios, approvals and reporting.
- Choose Trello for individuals and small teams that want simple, visual Kanban boards.
- Price: Wrike Free; paid from $10/user/month; Trello Free; paid from $5/user/month.
Quick verdict
Wrike is the most complete all-in-one choice in this list. If you need projects, resources, portfolios, approvals and reporting in one place, and can invest a little time in setup, it is our top recommendation.
Trello is perfect for simple boards. When projects grow in complexity, teams typically move to Wrike, Asana or monday.com.
Wrike vs Trello at a glance
| Wrike | Trello | |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 9.4/10 | 7.8/10 |
| Best for | Growing teams and enterprises that want one platform for projects, resources, portfolios, approvals and reporting | Individuals and small teams that want simple, visual Kanban boards |
| Starting price | Free; paid from $10/user/month | Free; paid from $5/user/month |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes (up to 10 collaborators per workspace) |
| Free trial | 14-day free trial, no credit card | 14-day Premium trial, no credit card |
| Vendor | Wrike, Inc. | Atlassian |
Pricing compared
| Wrike | Trello | |
|---|---|---|
| Plans | Free: $0 Team: $10/user/month (annual) Business: $25/user/month (annual) Pinnacle: Contact sales Apex: Contact sales | Free: $0 Standard: $5/user/month annual ($6 monthly) Premium: $10/user/month annual ($12.50 monthly) Enterprise: $17.50/user/month (annual) |
Checked on vendors' pricing pages on 5 October 2026. Read the full Wrike pricing and Trello pricing breakdowns.
Features compared
| Feature | Wrike | Trello |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Gantt / timeline | ✓ Yes | ◐ Partial |
| Kanban boards | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Time tracking | ✓ Yes | ◐ Partial |
| Resource & workload management | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Portfolio management | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Docs & wiki | ◐ Partial | ✕ No |
| Automations | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Agile / sprint tools | ◐ Partial | ◐ Partial |
| Proofing & approvals | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Built-in AI | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Guest / client access | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Flat (non per-user) pricing | ✕ No | ✕ No |
Category winners
| Category | Wrike | Trello | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ease of use | 7/10 | 10/10 | Trello |
| Feature depth | 10/10 | 5/10 | Wrike |
| Planning & resource management | 10/10 | 4/10 | Wrike |
| Collaboration | 9/10 | 7/10 | Wrike |
| Agile & software teams | 8/10 | 7/10 | Wrike |
| Value for money | 7/10 | 9/10 | Trello |
| Scalability & enterprise readiness | 10/10 | 5/10 | Wrike |
User ratings
| Wrike | Trello | |
|---|---|---|
| G2 | 4.2/5 (4,537 reviews) | 4.4/5 (14,063 reviews) |
| Capterra | 4.4/5 (3,041 reviews) | 4.5/5 (23,628 reviews) |
| Top praise (G2) | Team collaboration | Ease of use |
| Top complaint (G2) | Steep learning curve | Limited features |
Trello has the higher G2 rating. Trello has the higher Capterra rating. See reviews on G2 for Wrike, G2 for Trello, Capterra for Wrike and Capterra for Trello.
Which should you choose?
Choose Wrike if…
- PMOs and professional services firms managing many projects and resources
- Marketing and creative teams that need proofing and request intake
- Organisations replacing several point tools with one platform
- One of the most complete feature sets in the category matters to you
Choose Trello if…
- Individuals and small teams
- Simple workflows such as content calendars or recruiting pipelines
- Extremely easy to learn matters to you
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Wrike or Trello?
In our review, Wrike scores 9.4/10 and Trello 7.8/10. Wrike wins on feature depth, planning & resource management, collaboration, agile & software teams, scalability & enterprise readiness; Trello is better for ease of use, value for money.
Is Wrike cheaper than Trello?
Wrike: Free; paid from $10/user/month. Trello: Free; paid from $5/user/month. Compare total cost at your team size, including seat minimums and add-ons.
Do Wrike and Trello have free plans?
Wrike: Yes. Trello: Yes (up to 10 collaborators per workspace).
Which is easier to use, Wrike or Trello?
Trello scores higher for ease of use in our review (Wrike 7/10, Trello 10/10).
Which is better for Agile teams, Wrike or Trello?
Wrike is stronger for Agile and software teams in our scoring.
Wrike vs Trello: which has better resource and portfolio management?
Wrike scores higher for planning and resource management (Wrike 10/10, Trello 4/10).
Wrike vs Trello: which is better for large enterprises?
Wrike scores higher for scalability and enterprise readiness.
How do Wrike and Trello compare on G2 and Capterra?
Wrike: 4.2/5 on G2 (4,537 reviews) and 4.4/5 on Capterra (3,041). Trello: 4.4/5 on G2 (14,063) and 4.5/5 on Capterra (23,628). Checked 5 October 2026.
Do Wrike and Trello have Gantt charts?
Wrike: yes. Trello: partial (plan-dependent).
Can I switch from Trello to Wrike (or the reverse)?
Yes. Both support importing data, typically via CSV or built-in importers. Pilot with one project before migrating everything.
What are alternatives to Wrike and Trello?
See our lists of Wrike alternatives and Trello alternatives, or the top 10 project management tools.