Basecamp vs Linear

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Pricing, plan by plan

Which should you pick?

Questions people ask

Is Basecamp or Linear better?

Neither clearly leads. Basecamp starts at Free and Linear at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.

Which is cheaper, Basecamp or Linear?

Basecamp starts at Free and Linear at Free.

Does Basecamp or Linear run on more platforms?

Basecamp runs on Web. Linear runs on Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows.

Can I use Basecamp for free?

Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.

What is Basecamp best used for?

Basecamp is most often used for project management for a small team in one place, message boards and chat alongside to-dos, client collaboration, since guests are not charged, flat-rate project management for a larger team on pro unlimited. Of those, project management for a small team in one place and message boards and chat alongside to-dos are not what Linear is typically brought in for.

What can Basecamp do that Linear cannot?

Basecamp covers Message boards, To-do lists, Schedules, Documents & files. Linear covers Fast, real-time sync, Keyboard-first design, Automatic issue tracking, Cycles (sprints). Both handle Slack, Zapier, GitHub, 2FA.