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Kanbanize vs Namespace

Kanbanize logo

Kanbanize

Project Management

Enterprise Kanban software for agile teams

From
On request
Free plan
No
Namespace logo

Namespace

Developer Tools

The dev platform for the next 100 billion commits

From
Free
Free plan
Yes

The short version

  • Namespace is a developer infrastructure platform.
  • Namespace has a free plan, then $100/mo; Kanbanize starts at $149/mo.
  • Only Kanbanize lists kanban boards; only Namespace lists docker builds.
  • Where Kanbanize falls short: no per user price or minimum user count is published, despite the page being headed simple pricing.
  • Where Namespace falls short: developer plan is pay-as-you-go only; minimum usage unclear.
  • Prices and features on this page were last checked on 13 November 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Kanbanize and Namespace actually diverge.

Attributes where Kanbanize and Namespace differ
AttributeKanbanizeNamespace
Starting priceOn requestFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux
CategoryProject ManagementDeveloper Tools

Not yet recorded: pricing model for Namespace, founded for Namespace.

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 Kanbanize

  • Kanban boards
  • Portfolio Kanban
  • Workflow automation
  • Analytics
  • Timeline
  • Jira
  • Azure DevOps
  • Slack

Only in Namespace

  • Devboxes
  • GitHub Actions runners
  • Docker builds
  • Cross-invocation caching
  • NVMe storage
  • High-speed networking
  • Multiple OS support
  • Bazel and Turborepo support

What people use each for

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

Kanbanize

  • Kanban boards and portfolio management for scaled agile teamsnot Namespace
  • Linking strategy and OKRs to delivery workflowsnot Namespace

Namespace

  • Providing AI coding agents with cloud-based development environmentsnot Kanbanize
  • Accelerating CI builds with faster GitHub Actions runnersnot Kanbanize
  • Distributing builds across teams with managed infrastructurenot Kanbanize
  • Scaling development velocity for monorepo organizationsnot Kanbanize

Where each one falls short

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

Kanbanize

  • No per user price or minimum user count is published, despite the page being headed simple pricing
  • Automation rules are a paid add on on both plans, capped at 300 on Standard
  • SSO is a paid add on rather than included at either tier
  • File storage is 100 GB on Standard against 1 TB on Enterprise, and API calls are capped on Standard without the limit being stated
  • A dedicated cloud instance, IP whitelisting and 24/7 support are Enterprise only

Namespace

  • Developer plan is pay-as-you-go only; minimum usage unclear
  • Team plan $100/mo is competitive but usage limits may be tight
  • Devbox pricing separate at $0.004/minute could add up quickly
  • Enterprise plan requires custom sales conversation

Pricing, plan by plan

Kanbanize

On request
  • Team$149/mo
    • 15 users
    • Unlimited boards
    • Kanban analytics
  • EnterpriseFree
    • Custom pricing
    • SSO
    • Advanced security

Namespace

Free
  • DeveloperFree
    • Pay-as-you-go
    • On-demand compute
    • Docker builds
  • Team$100/mo
    • 100,000 unit minutes
    • 1,000 Docker builds
    • Everything in Developer
  • Business$250/mo
    • 250,000 unit minutes
    • 2,500 Docker builds
    • Everything in Team
  • EnterpriseOn request
    • Custom compute/Docker build limits
    • Audit log export
    • Enterprise SSO

Which should you pick?

Choose Kanbanize if

  • You need kanban boards.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want portfolio kanban.

Choose Namespace if

  • You need devboxes.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, macOS, Windows, Linux.
  • You also want github actions runners.

Questions people ask

Is Kanbanize or Namespace better?
Neither clearly leads. Kanbanize starts at On request and Namespace at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Kanbanize or Namespace?
Namespace has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Kanbanize and Free for Namespace.
Does Kanbanize or Namespace run on more platforms?
Kanbanize runs on Web, iOS, Android. Namespace runs on Web, macOS, Windows, Linux.
Can I use Namespace for free?
Yes. Namespace has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Kanbanize starts at On request.
What is Kanbanize best used for?
Kanbanize is most often used for kanban boards and portfolio management for scaled agile teams, linking strategy and okrs to delivery workflows. Of those, kanban boards and portfolio management for scaled agile teams and linking strategy and okrs to delivery workflows are not what Namespace is typically brought in for.
What can Kanbanize do that Namespace cannot?
Kanbanize covers Kanban boards, Portfolio Kanban, Workflow automation, Analytics. Namespace covers Devboxes, GitHub Actions runners, Docker builds, Cross-invocation caching.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Kanbanize: Is Businessmap (formerly Kanbanize) free or paid?

Businessmap offers a free Standard plan with all features included. Enterprise plan and add-ons require custom pricing through contact sales. No per-seat pricing is published.

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Namespace: How is compute usage metered on the Developer plan?

Developer plan uses pay-as-you-go billing. Devboxes bill at $0.004 per minute. Storage and caching services have separate usage-based fees. A 30-day free trial is available to test usage patterns.

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Kanbanize: What discounts does Businessmap offer for annual billing?

Businessmap provides over 20 percent savings when choosing annual plans versus monthly billing. Exact pricing figures are not published on the page.

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Namespace: What is the difference between Team and Business plans?

Team ($100/mo) includes 100,000 unit minutes and 1,000 Docker builds with email support. Business ($250/mo) includes 250,000 unit minutes, 2,500 Docker builds, and high concurrency with a dedicated Slack channel.

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Kanbanize: What are the storage and API limits on Businessmap?

Standard plan includes 100 GB file storage and limited API calls. Enterprise plan provides 1 TB storage with unlimited API access. Automation rules are limited to 300 on Standard; Enterprise offers unlimited.

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Namespace: Can Namespace support AI coding agents?

Yes, Namespace Devboxes are specifically designed as feature-rich development environments for AI coding agents, with full tooling and performance optimization.

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