# Kanso vs ClickUp: a ClickUp alternative for dev teams

> Kanso vs ClickUp

Both put docs, boards, a calendar and chat in one product. ClickUp adds sprints, AI and a long list of options; Kanso adds a release page for every ship date.

Web page: https://kansohq.app/compare/clickup

| Question | Kanso | ClickUp |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kanban boards for tasks? | Yes | Yes |
| Docs for specs, inside the project? | Yes | Yes |
| Due dates on a calendar? | Yes | Yes |
| A timeline view? | Yes | Yes |
| Team chat with channels and direct messages? | Yes | Yes |
| Sprints (cycles)? | No | Yes |
| AI built in? | No | Yes |
| A free plan that does not expire? | Yes | Yes |
| Paid plans start at | $10 a month | $7 a user a month |

Prices are per month, billed yearly. ClickUp’s answers as listed on clickup.com/pricing, clickup.com on 5 October 2026. ClickUp is a trademark of its owner; Kanso is not affiliated with it.

[Kanso home, with plans and prices](https://kansohq.app/index.md)