Linear alternatives

Linear: Issue tracker for software teams, with fast keyboard shortcuts, cycles and roadmaps.

Linear is fast and focused, but some teams want to self-host, need more flexibility or have non-developers on the team. These issue trackers include several open-source options.

Last updated September 25, 2026

7 alternatives to Linear

Jira

Jira is far more configurable than Linear, with custom workflows and deep reporting. It's also slower and harder to set up.
- Freemium
- Web, Mac, Windows, iOS, Android
- Made in Australia
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Plane

Plane is an open-source tracker with issues, cycles and docs, and it feels a lot like Linear. You can self-host it.
- Freemium
- Web
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OpenProject

OpenProject is open source with Gantt charts and time tracking. It fits teams that plan longer projects.
- Freemium
- Web
- Made in Germany
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Redmine

Redmine is a free, open-source tracker that has been around for years. It's plain, but reliable.
- Free
- Web
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Huly

Huly combines issue tracking, chat, docs and video calls. It's open source and a good match for small teams.
- Freemium
- Web, Mac, Windows, Linux
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ClickUp

ClickUp works for the whole company, not only engineering, with docs and time tracking.
- Freemium
- Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
- Made in United States
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Asana

Asana fits teams where product, design and marketing plan work together.
- Freemium
- Web, Mac, Windows, iOS, Android
- Made in United States
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Linear alternatives compared

Product	Pricing	Platforms	Made in
Jira	Freemium	Web, Mac, Windows, iOS, Android	Australia
Plane	Freemium	Web	–
OpenProject	Freemium	Web	Germany
Redmine	Free	Web	–
Huly	Freemium	Web, Mac, Windows, Linux	–
ClickUp	Freemium	Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android	United States
Asana	Freemium	Web, Mac, Windows, iOS, Android	United States

Linear alternatives: frequently asked questions

What are the best alternatives to Linear?

Popular alternatives to Linear are Jira, Plane and OpenProject. You can compare their pricing, platforms and the country they're made in on this page.

Is there a free alternative to Linear?

Yes. Redmine is free to use. Jira, Plane and OpenProject have a free plan.

Which Linear alternatives work on iPhone and Android?

Jira, ClickUp and Asana have apps for both iPhone and Android.

Is there a European alternative to Linear?

Yes. OpenProject (Germany) is made in Europe.