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Trello vs ClickUp: Pricing Compared at Every Team Size (2026)
ClickUp is cheaper than Trello for most teams that need more than Kanban boards. ClickUp Unlimited costs $7/user/month vs Trello Standard at $5/user, but ClickUp includes more features at every tier. ClickUp's free plan has no board limit (vs Trello's 10-board cap).
Plan-by-Plan Pricing Comparison
| Trello Plan | Trello Price | ClickUp Plan | ClickUp Price | Better Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Free | $0 | ClickUpUnlimited boards vs 10-board cap |
| Standard | $5/user/mo | Unlimited | $7/user/mo | TrelloCheaper per user |
| Premium | $10/user/mo | Business | $12/user/mo | TrelloCheaper per user |
| Enterprise | $17.50/user/mo | Enterprise | Custom | VariesBoth negotiated |
Monthly Cost at Different Team Sizes
Annual billing prices. Green highlights the cheaper option at each team size and tier level.
| Team | Trello Standard | Trello Premium | ClickUp Unlimited | ClickUp Business |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 users | $25 | $50 | $35 | $60 |
| 10 users | $50 | $100 | $70 | $120 |
| 25 users | $125 | $250 | $175 | $300 |
| 50 users | $250 | $500 | $350 | $600 |
| 100 users | $500 | $1000 | $700 | $1200 |
Trello is cheaper per user at equivalent tiers. But ClickUp Unlimited ($7/user) includes features that require Trello Premium ($10/user): Timeline view, unlimited automations, and time tracking. When you compare feature-equivalent tiers, ClickUp is 30% cheaper.
Free Plan Comparison
Trello Free
- 10 boards per workspace
- Unlimited cards and members
- 250 Butler automations/month
- 1 view (Board only)
- No time tracking
- No docs or whiteboards
- 10 MB file attachment limit
ClickUp Free
- Unlimited tasks and projects
- Unlimited members
- 100 automations/month
- Multiple views (List, Board, Calendar)
- Built-in time tracking
- Docs and whiteboards
- 100 MB storage
Winner: ClickUp Free. The unlimited project limit is decisive. While Trello Free has more automation runs (250 vs 100), ClickUp compensates with multiple views, built-in time tracking, docs, and whiteboards. For teams that need more than 10 boards, ClickUp Free is the clear choice.
Feature Comparison Matrix
| Feature | Trello | ClickUp |
|---|---|---|
| Kanban boards | ||
| Timeline/Gantt | Premium only ($10) | Free (basic), Unlimited ($7) |
| Calendar view | Premium only ($10) | Free |
| Table/List view | Premium only ($10) | Free |
| Docs | ||
| Whiteboards | ||
| Built-in time tracking | Free | |
| Automations (Free) | 250/month | 100/month |
| Automations (Paid) | 1,000 (Std), Unlimited (Pre) | Unlimited ($7+) |
| Custom fields | Standard+ ($5) | Unlimited ($7) |
| Guest access | Standard+ ($5) | Business ($12) |
| SSO | Enterprise ($17.50) | Business ($12) |
| Storage | 10 MB (Free), 250 MB (Paid) | 100 MB (Free), Unlimited (Paid) |
| API access |
When Trello Wins
- Simpler UI for non-technical users. Trello's Kanban-only approach is easier to learn. Teams that do not need complex project management will find Trello less overwhelming than ClickUp's feature-dense interface.
- Cheaper at the Standard tier. If you only need Kanban boards with custom fields, Trello Standard ($5/user) is $2/user cheaper than ClickUp Unlimited ($7/user).
- Stronger Power-Up ecosystem. Trello's marketplace has 200+ integrations. While many are paid, the variety exceeds ClickUp's integration options.
- Atlassian ecosystem. If your organisation uses Jira and Confluence, Trello integrates natively with both. ClickUp integrates via third-party connectors.
When ClickUp Wins
- More features per dollar. ClickUp Unlimited ($7/user) includes Timeline, Calendar, docs, whiteboards, and time tracking. Getting equivalent features on Trello requires Premium ($10/user) plus paid Power-Ups ($5-15/user).
- Unlimited free tier. No board or project limits on ClickUp Free. Trello's 10-board cap forces paid upgrades much faster.
- Built-in time tracking. Included free on all ClickUp plans. Trello requires a paid Power-Up ($8-9/user/month).
- Better for scaling teams. ClickUp's hierarchy (Spaces, Folders, Lists) scales better than Trello's flat board structure as teams and projects grow.
How to Migrate from Trello to ClickUp
- 1. Create your ClickUp workspace. Sign up for ClickUp Free or start a trial of Unlimited. Set up your Space structure to mirror your Trello workspace organisation.
- 2. Use the built-in Trello importer. Go to ClickUp Settings > Import/Export > Trello. Authorise your Trello account. ClickUp will list all your Trello boards available for import.
- 3. Select boards to import. Choose which boards to migrate. ClickUp imports cards, lists, descriptions, attachments, checklists, due dates, and labels. Custom field data may need manual recreation.
- 4. Review and clean up. After import, review your data. Check that cards, assignees, and due dates transferred correctly. Recreate any automations manually as Butler rules do not migrate.
- 5. Run parallel for 1-2 weeks. Keep both tools active during transition. Let your team acclimate to ClickUp before shutting down Trello to avoid disruption.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is ClickUp cheaper than Trello?▾
It depends on which tier you compare. Trello Standard ($5/user/month) is cheaper than ClickUp Unlimited ($7/user/month) per user. However, ClickUp includes features at lower tiers that Trello locks behind Premium ($10/user/month): Timeline, Calendar, Dashboard views, time tracking, and docs. If you need any of these features, ClickUp Unlimited at $7/user is significantly cheaper than Trello Premium at $10/user. For teams that need only Kanban boards, Trello Standard is the better value.
Is ClickUp Free better than Trello Free?▾
For most teams, ClickUp Free is more generous than Trello Free. ClickUp Free offers unlimited tasks and projects with no board limit, while Trello Free caps you at 10 boards per workspace. ClickUp Free also includes multiple views (List, Board, Calendar), built-in docs, and whiteboards. However, Trello Free allows unlimited team members while ClickUp Free is more limited on collaboration features. For individual use or very small teams, Trello Free may be sufficient. For teams that need more than 10 boards, ClickUp Free is the clear winner.
Can I import Trello boards into ClickUp?▾
Yes, ClickUp has a built-in Trello import tool. Go to ClickUp Settings, click Import/Export, select Trello, and authorise your Trello account. ClickUp imports boards, lists, cards, descriptions, attachments, checklists, due dates, and labels. The import typically takes a few minutes for small workspaces and up to an hour for large ones. Some formatting (card covers, custom Power-Up data) may not transfer perfectly, but the core data migrates cleanly. ClickUp also provides import tools for Asana, Monday.com, and other project management tools.