The pioneer of the digital Kanban board. While its simplicity and 'Power-Ups' made it famous, its free-tier limitations (like the 10-board limit) and lack of built-in Gantt or reporting views have led power users to more robust all-in-one platforms.

Microsoft's mid-tier professional project suite, rebranded in late 2025 as part of the 'New Planner' ecosystem. It includes the Project Online desktop client, advanced resource request capabilities, and the new Copilot AI for automated scheduling. While it offers unparalleled integration with Power BI and Teams, the high per-user cost and the retirement of the legacy 'Project Online' (scheduled for 2026) have made its roadmap complex for long-term users.