Flow vs OpenProject Comparison

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Flow

Project Management Software

4.3 217 user ratings

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OpenProject

Project Management Software

4.2 69 user ratings

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Overview

Description	Flow is a very flexible, customizable and cloud-based task management software. This software is equally helpful in automating and improvising your project management activities. This software is also available in SaaS version and can be easily installed in Mac, Android, iOS and Windows. Users can use it on any device, at any time and from any location. You can organize your tasks in a systematic manner to ensure project accomplishments before deadline. Flow also provides custom update alerts. You can track the tasks assigned to your team. Flow offers personalized task view, robust search/filter options, task privacy setting etc. It supports creating tasks via emails, file attachments etc. Read more	OpenProject as an advanced project management software offers a classic, agile and hybrid project management network. It aims to make users’ work simple, productive and pleasant. Admins can assign tasks to their teammates and communicate with them in one place. The software helps to deliver projects on time and make better iterations with development and methodology tools, like Scrum and Kanban. OpenProject, hosts a big community of open source enthusiasts, developers and businesses who help and support each other. Also, the platform assures the highest level of security and creates a protected environment for its users enabling full data ownership. Users get full freedom to run, share, study and modify their projects without limitations. Businesses can find professional support for their self-hosted projects over this platform. It reduces users’ burden by letting the experts do the hosting. Users can find work management solutions regarding various industries, including IT & Technology, Engineering, Healthcare, NGOs, Banking and Finance, etc. Read more
Pricing Options	Free Trial Available Starts at $6.00.	Free Trial Available Starts at $7.25. Offers Free-forever and Custom plan.
SW Score & Breakdown	91% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more 99% Reviews 81% Momentum 62% Popularity 81%	91% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more 97% Reviews 76% Momentum 67% Popularity 80%
SaaSworthy Awards	# 16 Highly Rated # 16 Highly Rated	# 7 Fastest Growing # 8 Fastest Growing

Features

Total Features	18 Features	17 Features
Common Features for All	Budget Management Analyzing financial information to ensure all operations are within budget Compliance Management Helps in making an assessment of risks, ensures policy comprehension and that policies/procedures are being followed Custom Workflows Facility to create workflows with custom stages, process, and status. Kanban Board To visualize the workflow of a project typically representing sticky notes on a white board Milestone Tracking They act as signposts through the course of your project, as they help to ensure that you're staying on track. Percent-Complete Tracking Percentage of work done on estimated items. Project Planning Project planning is a discipline for stating how to complete a project within a certain timeframe, usually with defined stages, and with designated resources. Project Templates It holds a bundle of built-in templates that can be customized and used in different projects Recurring Task Management Helps in monitoring and tackling the tasks or responsibilities that are needed to be managed on a recurrent basis Requirement Management Requirements management is the process of collecting, analyzing, refining, and prioritizing product requirements and then planning for their delivery. Resource Management Resource management is the process by which businesses manage their various resources effectively. Those resources can be intangible – people and time – and tangible – equipment, materials, and finances. Status Tracking Status Tracking refers to the management of projects, which includes but is not limited to measuring and reporting the status of milestones, tasks and activities Task Management Task management is the process of managing a task through its life cycle, including planning, testing, tracking, and reporting. Time & Expense Tracking Time and Expense is the process of recording and tracking hours worked and expenses as they relate to projects Timeline View Allows to plan and prioritize and visualize tasks in a GANTT chart like horizontal time-axis. + 12 More - Show Less	Budget Management Analyzing financial information to ensure all operations are within budget Compliance Management Helps in making an assessment of risks, ensures policy comprehension and that policies/procedures are being followed Custom Workflows Facility to create workflows with custom stages, process, and status. Kanban Board To visualize the workflow of a project typically representing sticky notes on a white board Milestone Tracking They act as signposts through the course of your project, as they help to ensure that you're staying on track. Percent-Complete Tracking Percentage of work done on estimated items. Project Planning Project planning is a discipline for stating how to complete a project within a certain timeframe, usually with defined stages, and with designated resources. Project Templates It holds a bundle of built-in templates that can be customized and used in different projects Recurring Task Management Helps in monitoring and tackling the tasks or responsibilities that are needed to be managed on a recurrent basis Requirement Management Requirements management is the process of collecting, analyzing, refining, and prioritizing product requirements and then planning for their delivery. Resource Management Resource management is the process by which businesses manage their various resources effectively. Those resources can be intangible – people and time – and tangible – equipment, materials, and finances. Status Tracking Status Tracking refers to the management of projects, which includes but is not limited to measuring and reporting the status of milestones, tasks and activities Task Management Task management is the process of managing a task through its life cycle, including planning, testing, tracking, and reporting. Time & Expense Tracking Time and Expense is the process of recording and tracking hours worked and expenses as they relate to projects Timeline View Allows to plan and prioritize and visualize tasks in a GANTT chart like horizontal time-axis. + 11 More - Show Less
Unique Features	Idea Management Facility to receive insights from internal and external stakeholders Issue Management Issue management is the process of identifying and resolving issues. Problems can be resource constraint, technical failures etc. Portfolio Management Portfolio management is the art and science of making decisions about investment mix and policy	Idea Management Facility to receive insights from internal and external stakeholders Issue Management Issue management is the process of identifying and resolving issues. Problems can be resource constraint, technical failures etc. Portfolio Management Portfolio management is the art and science of making decisions about investment mix and policy

Technical Details

Organization Types Supported	Freelancers Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business	Freelancers Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business
Platforms Supported	SaaS/Web/Cloud Mobile - Android Mobile - iOS Installed - Windows Installed - Mac	SaaS/Web/Cloud Mobile - Android Mobile - iOS Installed - Windows Installed - Mac
Modes of Support	24/7 (Live rep) Business Hours Online	24/7 (Live rep) Business Hours Online
API Support	Available	Available

Reviews & Ratings

User Rating	4.3/5 217 user ratings	4.2/5 69 user ratings
Rating Distribution	Excellent 46.1% Very Good 39.2% Average 13.4% Poor 0.5% Terrible 0.9%	Excellent 40.6% Very Good 43.5% Average 10.1% Poor 2.9% Terrible 2.9%
User Sentiments	Easy to Use Interface, Effective Task Management, Seamless Team Collaboration, Visually Appealing Interface Limited Account Management Features, Mobile App Performance Issues, Occasional Software Glitches, Limited Third-Party Integrations	Not Available
Review Summary	Flow is generally praised for its user-friendly interface, ease of use, and robust feature set. Users appreciate its intuitive drag-and-drop functionality, customizable workflows, and seamless integration with various applications. Flow's automation capabilities are a key selling point, enabling users to streamline processes and save time. The platform's visual builder and pre-built templates further enhance its accessibility for users of all technical backgrounds. Additionally, Flow's customer support is commended for being responsive, knowledgeable, and proactive in resolving queries.	Users appreciate OpenProject's robust features for project management, resource allocation, and collaboration, highlighting its user-friendly interface, customizable dashboards, and comprehensive reporting capabilities. It is praised for its flexibility and scalability, accommodating a wide range of project sizes and industries. However, some users mention occasional glitches and a learning curve for new users. Additionally, some users suggest improvements in mobile app functionality and integration with other tools. Overall, OpenProject is generally well-received for its powerful features, user-friendly design, and adaptability to diverse project needs.
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Pricing

Pricing Options	Free Trial Available Starts at $6.00.	Free Trial Available Starts at $7.25. Offers Free-forever and Custom plan.
Pricing Plans Monthly Plans Annual Plans	Basic $6.00 $8.00 per user / month Plus $8.00 $12.00 per user / month Pro $10.00 $18.00 per user / month	Community Free Basic $7.25 $7.25 per user / month Professional $13.50 $13.50 per user / month Premium $19.50 $19.50 per user / month Corporate Custom
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