Basecamp Vs Trello | Which of these 2 amazing kanban tools is right for you?

Basecamp and Trello are two cloud based project management solutions that offer simple tools for project management and collaboration. Both solutions target smaller companies and teams, but are mainly used by small companies and teams that manage simple projects. This post compares both tools so you can make the right purchasing decision for your needs.

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Trello

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Trello is a web-based collaboration and project management tool that makes project management a breeze. Trello is highly adaptable with a three-tier information system. This system comprises of boards, cards, and lists. Boards are given a name, while lists are given a title, and cards are the basic unit of a Trello board.

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Pros:

• Trello has taken all of your needs into consideration, you can now access Trello via mobile or tablet.
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• Trello's pricing structure is more straightforward than other well known project management tools. For example, $25 per month gives you an unlimited access package. This package affords you an unlimited amount of members. Moreover, this package comes with a wide range of features that should not go overlooked.
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• Trello keeps you up-to-date with notifications. When a task is updated, commented on, or removed, you'll receive an email notification. If you use our mobile app, you'll receive a push notification.
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• The Trello team have a vision to make our lives easier, by replacing the paper pieces on our desks.
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• Responsiveness- Updates are instant; if multiple team members are working on a project at the same time, changes will appear instantly.
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• The Kanban System - The Kanban System uses cards on a board to help you schedule your tasks more effectively.

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Cons:

• No net, no Trello – The main issue with software like Trello is the reliance on data. If you don't have access to the internet, you don't have access to your Trello. Data access might not seem like a big deal given the age we live in but unfortunately, there will always be situations when you can't access data.
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• Storage Has Its Limits – Standard Trello accounts can only store 250MB per upload. Gold accounts have a 10MB limit on smaller images.
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• Commenting - Currently Trello doesn't allow you to edit a comment already posted.
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• It's not for large enterprises.

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Quick Conclusion:

Trello has many advantages, as you can probably see. When it comes to getting projects done, Trello can help pretty much everybody, whether that be a sole trader, an entrepreneur or a business. Weighing up the pros and cons shows Trello is an excellent tool.

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Basecamp
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Our software is the best way to organize teamwork. It will organize your team without requiring you to hold frequent meetings. Our software is equipped with the tools your team needs to manage schedules, upload files, and chat with each other. We keep users organized with icons instead of boring lists. Other software just gives users a list to click, leaving teams to hunt for the information they need. We keep users organized with icons instead of boring lists. The software will keep users notified of what they need to know. We'll also remove the need for you to send emails and messages on various other platforms and software.

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Pros:

• They allow you to store files and documents in one place, making it easier to find older files.
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• They have a simple pricing system, with two options: free and paid. The free plan has a limit on the number of user accounts and projects, while the paid plan is open to you. We also have a 30-day free trial for you to discover if Basecamp is right for you.
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• Basecamp is designed to give the user several options for managing how they receive notifications. They can be turned on or off entirely. They can be scheduled to only sync at certain times or they can remain continuous and constant.
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• Basecamp provides its users with a range of ways to communicate. These include Campfires, private messages, and the Status Board
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• You can access Basecamp from your laptop or phone, the user experience is the same on both platforms and notifications can be customized
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• Good document storage. Basecamp makes it easy to include documents, files, and images when sending messages. It can also be connected to Google docs so that when documents need to be attached, they can easily be dragged and dropped to upload.

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Cons:

• You can't track time at the moment. However, one of the most important aspects of project management is tracking time to make sure deadlines are met. This is one area that needs improvement.
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• No archive utility. Basecamp doesn’t include an archiving feature that can be used for clearing the clutter. The possibility of archiving can also reduce the need to delete topics.
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• No starred feature. Everyone who has used Google knows how useful the starred feature is. It would be nice to have it on Basecamp so that important projects or tasks can be surfaced easily. Users can then navigate to the starred items section and find the specific task or project they're looking for.
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• Simple is beautiful. It’s also the main reason Basecamp is so popular. But its simplicity also leads to a small number of features – you won’t find all the ones you need to build a professional organisation.

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Quick Conclusion:

Thousands of people have decided to use Basecamp because it has proven to be efficient and effective. It's never been so easy to manage projects, thanks to Basecamp.