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GanttProjectMerlin Project
Free

Free to use with no subscription; an optional cloud service is also available.

 Paid

Paid software with a free 30-day trial.

Windows, macOS, Linux macOS, iOS
  • Runs offline with data stored locally
  • Opens Microsoft Project MPX, MPP and XML files
  • Gantt, Kanban, mind map and workload views share one data source
  • Works offline without a browser or constant connection
  • Lacks some high-end enterprise features of Microsoft Project
  • Exports to Microsoft Project only in XML/MSPDI format
  • Apple platforms only
  • Paid after the trial period
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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