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Fastlane vs Plane

Fastlane logo

Fastlane

Mobile Development

Open-source automation for building, testing, and releasing iOS and Android apps.

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Plane logo

Plane

Technology

Open-source project management tool

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Fastlane requires command-line and Ruby familiarity to configure and maintain Fastfiles.; Plane self-hosted Community edition requires managing your own Docker/Kubernetes infra plus your own PostgreSQL, Redis, and S3-compatible/GCS/MinIO storage; no single-binary install
  • They diverge on capability: Fastlane covers Screenshot automation, Plane covers Issue tracking.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Fastlane and Plane actually diverge.

Attributes where Fastlane and Plane differ
AttributeFastlanePlane
Pricing modelopen-sourcefreemium
Platformsios, androidWeb, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows
CategoryMobile DevelopmentTechnology
FoundedUnknown2022

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated).

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.

Only in Fastlane

  • Screenshot automation
  • Beta distribution
  • App store publishing
  • Code signing management
  • CI/CD integration
  • Plugin ecosystem

Only in Plane

  • Issue tracking
  • Cycles (Sprints)
  • Modules
  • Views & layouts
  • Pages (Docs)
  • Analytics
  • API access
  • Webhooks

What people use each for

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

Fastlane

  • Automating iOS and Android release pipelinesnot Plane
  • Generating localized app store screenshotsnot Plane
  • Distributing beta builds to testersnot Plane
  • Managing code signing across a teamnot Plane
  • Integrating mobile releases into CI/CDnot Plane

Plane

  • Project and task management with cycles, modules, epics, and initiativesnot Fastlane
  • Documentation and knowledge management via workspace wiki tied to project worknot Fastlane
  • Sprint planning and issue triagenot Fastlane
  • Cross-functional collaboration with analytics and dashboardsnot Fastlane
  • Migration target from Jira, Linear, Monday, ClickUp, or Asananot Fastlane

Where each one falls short

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

Fastlane

  • Requires command-line and Ruby familiarity to configure and maintain Fastfiles.
  • No hosted UI or dashboard; it is a local/CI toolkit rather than a managed service.
  • Community-maintained plugins vary in quality and maintenance status.
  • No built-in analytics or crash reporting; it must be paired with other tools for those needs.

Plane

  • Self-hosted Community edition requires managing your own Docker/Kubernetes infra plus your own PostgreSQL, Redis, and S3-compatible/GCS/MinIO storage; no single-binary install
  • Cloud Free tier caps at 12 users and 500 AI credits per seat per month
  • Substantial feature gating by tier: custom work item types, workspace wiki, time tracking, dashboards, initiatives, teamspaces, and integrations require Pro or above; LDAP, granular access control, and multi-workflow approvals require Enterprise Grid
  • Guest-to-paid-member ratio capped at 1:5 on the Pro plan

Pricing, plan by plan

Fastlane

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Fastlane review.

Plane

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 500 AI credits per seat
    • Max 12 users
    • Unlimited projects
  • Pro$6/seat per month
    • 1,000 AI credits per seat
    • Unlimited users
    • Custom work item types
  • Business$13/seat per month
    • 2,000 AI credits per seat
    • Unlimited users
    • Project templates, recurring work items
  • Enterprise Grid$null/mo
    • Flexible AI credit allocation
    • Private deployments
    • Granular access control

Which should you pick?

Choose Fastlane if

  • You need screenshot automation.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on ios, android.
  • You also want beta distribution.
Fastlane review

Choose Plane if

  • You need issue tracking.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows.
  • You also want cycles (sprints).
Plane review

Questions people ask

Is Fastlane or Plane better?
Neither clearly leads. Fastlane starts at Free and Plane at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Fastlane or Plane?
Fastlane starts at Free and Plane at Free.
Does Fastlane or Plane run on more platforms?
Fastlane runs on ios, android. Plane runs on Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows.
Can I use Fastlane for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Fastlane best used for?
Fastlane is most often used for automating ios and android release pipelines, generating localized app store screenshots, distributing beta builds to testers, managing code signing across a team. Of those, automating ios and android release pipelines and generating localized app store screenshots are not what Plane is typically brought in for.
What can Fastlane do that Plane cannot?
Fastlane covers Screenshot automation, Beta distribution, App store publishing, Code signing management. Plane covers Issue tracking, Cycles (Sprints), Modules, Views & layouts.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Fastlane: Is fastlane a free tool, and what is the licensing model?

Fastlane is open source and free to use. It is an open source platform aimed at simplifying Android and iOS deployment with contributions from over 700 community members.

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Plane: Does Plane offer a free plan?

Yes, Plane's free tier includes 500 AI credits per seat, support for up to 12 users, and access to projects, work items, cycles, modules, layouts, views, estimates, and pages.

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Fastlane: Does fastlane charge for support or commercial use?

The fastlane website does not mention pricing for support, training, or commercial services. Users are directed to documentation for getting started rather than a purchasing process.

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Plane: How much does Plane Pro cost?

Plane Pro costs $6/seat per month and saves 25% when billed annually. It includes 1,000 AI credits per seat, unlimited users, and access to custom work item types, wiki, time tracking, and integrations.

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Fastlane: Can fastlane be used in commercial projects?

Yes, fastlane is an open source project. Commercial use is not addressed as a limitation on the website.

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Plane: What is the difference between Plane's paid tiers?

Pro ($6/seat/month) includes 1,000 AI credits and workspace wiki. Business ($13/seat/month) adds 2,000 AI credits, project templates, and recurring work items. Enterprise Grid offers custom pricing with multiple workflows and LDAP support.

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