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Is Plane Worth It in 2026? Our Honest Verdict
Recommended
Plane: Plane is the best open-source project management tool.
Rating★ 3.9/5
Starting price$7/user/mo
Best forTeams that want an open-source, self-hos
CategoryProject Management
Who Plane Is Worth It For
- ✓Teams that want an open-source, self-hostable alternative to Jira or Linear
- ✓Open-source and self-hostable
- ✓Clean interface
- ✓Good feature set
Who Should Look Elsewhere
- ✕Not ideal for teams needing enterprise support and guaranteed uptime slas
- ✕Less polished than Linear
- ✕Smaller ecosystem
- ✕Self-hosting requires maintenance
Is Plane Pricing Fair?
| Tier | Price |
|---|---|
| Starter | $7/user/mo |
Pricing verified March 2026.
How Plane Compares
| Plane | Things 3 | Linear | Sunsama | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $7/user/mo | $9.99 (iPhone), $19.99 (iPad) | $8/user/mo (Basic) | $20/mo |
| Rating | ★ 3.9 | ★ 4.7 | ★ 4.7 | ★ 4.6 |
| Verdict | Recommended | Situational | Recommended | Situational |
AICores Verdict on Plane
Plane is the best open-source project management tool. Clean, functional, and self-hostable. Not yet as polished as Linear but improving rapidly.
AICores Editorial Review
Reviewed by AICores Editorial Team
Last updated: August 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Plane worth the money?▼
Plane is the best open-source project management tool. Clean, functional, and self-hostable. Not yet as polished as Linear but improving rapidly.
Is there a free version of Plane?▼
No, Plane does not have a free version. The lowest plan starts at $7/user/mo. Some alternatives in this category offer free tiers.
What are the best alternatives to Plane?▼
Things 3, Linear, Sunsama are the top alternatives. Things 3 is best for apple users who value beautiful design and want gtd-inspired personal task management. and has a 4.7 star rating.
Who should NOT use Plane?▼
Plane is not ideal for teams needing enterprise support and guaranteed uptime slas. Common drawbacks include: Less polished than Linear. Smaller ecosystem.