Software · head to head
Smartsheet Construction vs Asana
Smartsheet Construction
Software
Work management platform for construction teams
- From
- Free
- Rated
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The short version
- Each has a real cost: Smartsheet Construction automation engine uses logic-based if-then rules rather than adaptive AI, cannot predict outcomes or understand content; Asana the free Personal tier is capped at 2 users, so it does not cover a small team
- They diverge on capability: Smartsheet Construction covers Project scheduling, Asana covers Multiple project views.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Smartsheet Construction and Asana actually diverge.
| Attribute | Smartsheet Construction | Asana |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2005 | 2008 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (Unknown), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web, iOS, Android), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).
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 Smartsheet Construction
- Project scheduling
- Collaboration
- Reporting
- Automation
- Procore
- Microsoft 365
- Google Workspace
- DocuSign
Only in Asana
- Multiple project views
- Task dependencies
- Milestones
- Portfolios
- Goals & OKRs
- Workflow automation
- Reporting dashboards
- Slack
Both cover
- Resource management
- Salesforce
- HIPAA
- GDPR
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Smartsheet Construction
- Project trackingnot Asana
- Resource planningnot Asana
- Team collaborationnot Asana
- Reportingnot Asana
Asana
- Project planning & trackingnot Smartsheet Construction
- Campaign managementnot Smartsheet Construction
- Product launchesnot Smartsheet Construction
- Event planningnot Smartsheet Construction
- Agile & Scrum managementnot Smartsheet Construction
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Smartsheet Construction
- Automation engine uses logic-based if-then rules rather than adaptive AI, cannot predict outcomes or understand content
- Essential features locked behind expensive add-ons or Enterprise plan tiers
- Business plan requires minimum 3 seats, raising costs for smaller teams
- Limited in-platform communication with only @messages in task cards versus robust chat in competitors
- Dependency management capabilities are limited for complex project interdependencies
- Spreadsheet-focused design less suitable for agile and cross-functional teams
Asana
- The free Personal tier is capped at 2 users, so it does not cover a small team
- Timeline and Gantt views, reporting dashboards and time tracking all require Starter at $10.99 per user per month
- Portfolios, goals, workload management and approvals need Advanced at $24.99 per user per month
- Salesforce, Tableau and Power BI integrations are Advanced or above
- Monthly billing costs more, at $13.49 and $30.49 against the annual rates
Pricing, plan by plan
Smartsheet Construction
Free- Pro$9/month
- Gantt charts
- Portfolio management
- Business$19/month
- Automation
- Advanced integrations
Asana
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Asana review.
Which should you pick?
Choose Smartsheet Construction if
- You need project scheduling.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want collaboration.
Choose Asana if
- You need multiple project views.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want task dependencies.
Questions people ask
- Is Smartsheet Construction or Asana better?
- Neither clearly leads. Smartsheet Construction starts at Free and Asana at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Smartsheet Construction or Asana?
- Smartsheet Construction starts at Free and Asana at Free.
- Does Smartsheet Construction or Asana run on more platforms?
- Both run on Web, iOS, Android, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
- Can I use Smartsheet Construction for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Smartsheet Construction best used for?
- Smartsheet Construction is most often used for project tracking, resource planning, team collaboration, reporting. Of those, project tracking and resource planning are not what Asana is typically brought in for.
- What can Smartsheet Construction do that Asana cannot?
- Smartsheet Construction covers Project scheduling, Collaboration, Reporting, Automation. Asana covers Multiple project views, Task dependencies, Milestones, Portfolios. Both handle Resource management, Salesforce, HIPAA, GDPR.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Smartsheet Construction: What does Smartsheet cost?
Smartsheet offers Pro at $9/user/month (billed annually at $108), Business at $19/user/month (annually $228), and custom Enterprise pricing. Annual billing provides significant discounts (25% for Pro, 21% for Business).
SourceAsana: Does Asana have a free tier?
Yes. Asana offers a free Personal plan for up to 2 users, plus free trial access to paid plans.
SourceSmartsheet Construction: Does Smartsheet offer a free tier?
Smartsheet offers a limited free plan supporting one licensed user with 2 sheets and 500 MB storage, including grid, Gantt, card, and calendar views. A 30-day free trial is also available.
SourceAsana: What is the starting price for Asana paid plans?
Asana Starter plan begins at $10.99 per user per month when billed annually, or $13.49 per user when billed monthly.
SourceSmartsheet Construction: What platforms does Smartsheet support?
Smartsheet is a 100% SaaS web application compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux browsers. Mobile apps are available for iOS (15+) and Android (10+), though mobile app has limitations for creating automated workflows and building filters.
SourceAsana: Does Asana integrate with other work tools?
Yes. Asana offers 200+ integrations including Slack, Google Workspace, Microsoft Teams, Salesforce, Jira, and Zoom.
SourceSmartsheet Construction: Does Smartsheet integrate with other tools?
Yes, Smartsheet has 175+ integrations including two-way connectors for Slack, Jira, Salesforce, Microsoft Teams, Power BI, Outlook, and more. Some integrations are included in Business plans while others are paid add-ons.
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