Redbooth vs Trello
Trello's boards are simple and fast. Redbooth keeps that simplicity and adds timelines, chat, video, and time tracking — without a stack of Power-Ups.
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Last updated: September 2026. Trello is a registered trademark of Atlassian Pty Ltd. Feature information is accurate as of publish date and may change — verify current details on trello.com. See current Redbooth plans and pricing.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
Trello's core board is excellent — here's what it takes to go beyond it
| Feature | Redbooth | Trello |
|---|---|---|
| Task & project management | ||
| Kanban board view | ||
| Timeline / Gantt view | Premium plan only | |
| Built-in HD video conferencing | ||
| Built-in team chat | ||
| Time tracking on every plan | Via third-party Power-Up | |
| AI task & deadline predictions | ||
| File storage & third-party integrations | ||
| Free plan available |
Why Teams Switch from Trello
The pattern we hear most: a great board that stops being enough on its own
It comes up most with software teams and event planners who need a timeline view alongside the board, not a separate Power-Up.
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Teams Who Made the Switch
"Trello boards were great for a simple backlog. Once we needed to see how tasks depended on each other across three teams, we were stitching together Power-Ups just to get a basic timeline."
"We loved how lightweight Trello felt, but every card comment thread was a dead end for anything urgent. We were still opening Slack for every real conversation."
"Time tracking meant adding yet another Power-Up and hoping it stayed in sync. Having it built into every task in Redbooth removed a whole category of small annoyances."
Redbooth vs Trello: Common Questions
Is Redbooth harder to learn than Trello?
Redbooth's board view works the same way Trello's does — drag cards between columns. The difference is what's available beyond the board: timeline, chat, video, and time tracking are already there instead of needing separate Power-Ups.
Can I import my Trello boards into Redbooth?
Yes. You can bring over your boards, cards, and due dates so your team doesn't lose existing work during the move.
Does Redbooth have a free plan like Trello?
Yes, Redbooth has a free plan you can start on immediately, with a 14-day trial of paid features if you want to test the full workspace first.
Why do teams switch from Trello to Redbooth?
The most common reason is outgrowing what a single board can show — teams that need to see dependencies and timelines, or that are tired of maintaining Power-Ups for chat, video, or time tracking, move to a workspace where those are built in.
Is there a free plan to try Redbooth first?
Yes, you can start a free trial with no credit card required and test the full feature set with your real projects before deciding.
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