Asana vs Jira: Which Project Management Tool Is Better in 2026?
Asana
From $10.99Jira
From $7.53Quick verdict
Overall pick: Tie
Jira is the lower-cost option at $7.53 per seat versus Asana's $10.99, and it is positioned for software teams and agile sprints. Asana costs more per seat but includes guest and client access, which Jira's feature set does not list, making Asana the better fit for marketing and cross-team work that involves outside collaborators. Neither tool lists built-in docs or wiki, so buyers needing that should look elsewhere. Choose Jira for software-focused work on a tighter per-seat budget, and Asana when client or guest collaboration matters.
- Jira's entry plan ($7.53) is 31% cheaper than Asana's ($10.99).
- Both offer a free plan, so you can test them side by side at no cost.
- Only Asana offers: guest / client access.
Cost calculator
| Tool | Monthly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| Asana · per user | $54.95 | $659 |
| Jira · per user | $37.65 | $452 |
Based on entry-level paid plans. Prices change, so check the vendor before you buy.
Which one should you choose?
| If you need… | Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Software team running agile sprints | Jira | Jira is positioned for software teams and agile sprints and costs $7.53 per seat versus Asana's $10.99. |
| Marketing team managing cross-team projects | Asana | Asana lists marketing teams and cross-team projects as best-fit uses and includes guest access. |
| Working with clients or external guests | Asana | Asana lists guest/client access; Jira's feature set does not include guest access. |
| Budget-sensitive buyer comparing per-seat cost | Jira | Jira's starting price of $7.53 per seat is lower than Asana's $10.99 per seat. |
| Team needing built-in docs or a wiki | Tie | Neither Asana nor Jira lists built-in docs or wiki in its feature set. |
Feature comparison: Asana vs Jira
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | ✅ | ✅ |
| Starting price | $10.99 /user/mo | $7.53 /user/mo |
| Kanban boards | ✅ | ✅ |
| Gantt / timeline view | ✅ | ✅ |
| Native time tracking | ✅ | ✅ |
| Built-in docs / wiki | — | — |
| Workflow automations | ✅ | ✅ |
| Guest / client access | ✅ | — |
| AI assistant | ✅ | ✅ |
| Public API | ✅ | ✅ |
Highlighted rows are where the tools differ.
Pros and cons
Asana
- Includes guest and client access, which Jira's feature set does not list
- Covers Kanban, Gantt, time tracking, automations, AI assistant, and public API
- Positioned for marketing teams and cross-team projects
- Offers a free plan
- Higher starting price at $10.99 per seat versus Jira's $7.53
- Does not list built-in docs or wiki
Jira
- Lower starting price at $7.53 per seat versus Asana's $10.99
- Positioned for software teams and agile sprints
- Covers Kanban, Gantt, time tracking, automations, AI assistant, and public API
- Offers a free plan
- Does not list guest or client access
- Does not list built-in docs or wiki
- Higher per-seat cost than Asana is not a factor, but its positioning is narrower toward software and agile work
At a glance
Work management for cross-functional teams.
Founded 2008 · From $10.99 · 7/8 tracked features
Best for: marketing teams, cross-team projects
See Asana alternatives →Issue and project tracking for software teams.
Founded 2002 · From $7.53 · 6/8 tracked features
Best for: software teams, agile sprints
See Jira alternatives →FAQ
Is Asana cheaper than Jira?
No. Asana starts at $10.99 per seat, while Jira starts at $7.53 per seat.
Do both tools offer a free plan?
Yes, both Asana and Jira list a free plan.
Does Jira offer guest or client access?
Jira's feature set does not list guest or client access, while Asana's does.
Do Asana and Jira both have Kanban and Gantt views?
Yes, both list Kanban boards and Gantt/timeline views.
Which tool has built-in docs or a wiki?
Neither Asana nor Jira lists built-in docs or wiki in its feature set.
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