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OpenProjectMerlin Project
Freemium

Free open-source edition to self-host; hosted and paid plans start with a free trial.

 Paid

Paid software with a free 30-day trial.

Web, Self-hosted macOS, iOS
  • Supports classic Gantt and agile boards in one tool
  • Can be installed on-premises
  • Gantt, Kanban, mind map and workload views share one data source
  • Works offline without a browser or constant connection
  • Running your own instance needs server administration
  • Some features are reserved for paid plans
  • Apple platforms only
  • Paid after the trial period
Web application, Self-hosted, Hosted service Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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