Side by side
Kanboard vs Leantime
Both stand on project management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Kanboard provides board-based task management with filtering, automation, and an API, without a software charge. It requires self-hosting and PHP, and extension compatibility is the user’s responsibility.
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Choose Leantime if you want project planning that links goals, milestones, and tasks, with several task views and a personal work dashboard. The free Community Edition is an option for self-hosting, while Pro adds listed paid-plan features and a 14-day trial. Look elsewhere if you need full project administration in the mobile app or do not want to manage self-hosting requirements.
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| Kanboard | Leantime | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Self-hosted, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Leantime Pro (Yearly Subscription): $8 a year |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Leantime |
| Website | kanboard.org | leantime.io |
| On project management software | #30 of 188 | #34 of 188 |
Kanboard: what it does well
- Free and open source under the MIT License
- Work-in-progress limits highlight exceeded columns
- Tasks support subtasks, estimates, and due dates
- Supports LDAP, Active Directory, and OAuth2
What to know first
- Installation requires a web server with PHP
- Users must validate extension compatibility themselves
- Security guidance calls for restricted access to data
Leantime: what it does well
- Connects project goals and milestones to actionable tasks.
- Offers Kanban, table, and list task views.
- Work Dashboard includes time blocking and personal notes.
- AI tools help break down tasks and generate status reports.
- Available as cloud-hosted software or a self-hosted application.
What to know first
- Leantime Mobile is in beta.
- Full project administration stays on the web.
- Self-hosted accounts need the paid AdvancedAuth plugin for mobile app use.
- Community Edition is community-supported; advanced features are available as plugins.
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