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Plane vs Redmine

Pricing, features, India readiness and rating compared. Plane rates highest.

Open-source Jira alternative built in Bengaluru.

NewMade in IndiaFree plan

Open-source issue tracker.

FreeOpen source
ComparePlaneRedmine
CategoryProject management softwareProject management software
VendorPlaneRedmine
HeadquartersBengaluru, KarnatakaGlobal, Open source
Made in IndiaYesNo
Starting priceFree planFree
Free planYesYes
Free trialYesNo
Published pricingYesYes
Deploymentcloudcloud
Mobile appsNoNo
Founded20222006
Best forStartup, Small business, SMBStartup, Small business, SMB
App Advisor rating4.6 / 54.6 / 5

Plane: pros & cons

  • +Free plan available to evaluate at zero cost
  • +Built in India with GST-ready workflows and local support hours
  • Feature depth for your specific workflow should still be verified in a demo

Key features

  • Tasks, subtasks and dependencies
  • Kanban, list, Gantt and calendar views
  • Time tracking and workload
  • Templates and recurring tasks
  • Client access and approvals
  • Docs and comments in context

Redmine: pros & cons

  • +Completely free to use
  • +20 years in business — a mature, stable product
  • Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit

Key features

  • Tasks, subtasks and dependencies
  • Kanban, list, Gantt and calendar views
  • Time tracking and workload
  • Templates and recurring tasks
  • Client access and approvals
  • Docs and comments in context

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better, Plane or Redmine?+

Plane scores higher on App Advisor's rating (4.6/5) for pricing transparency, India readiness and maturity. The right choice depends on your workflow — request demos of both.

Is Plane cheaper than Redmine?+

Plane starts at Free plan and Redmine at Free. Compare per-user costs at your team size, and remember GST is added on top.

Can I switch from Plane to Redmine?+

Most project management software products import CSV or Excel data; check whether historical records, attachments and integrations move too before you switch.

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