Different Tools for Different Needs
Trello is a visual kanban board for task management. Odoo Project is a project management module integrated with timesheets, billing, resource planning, and accounting. Trello is simpler; Odoo is more connected.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Odoo Project | Trello |
|---|---|---|
| Kanban boards | Yes | Yes (best in class) |
| Timesheets | Built-in | Via Power-Up |
| Billing integration | Invoice from timesheets | None |
| Gantt chart | Yes (Enterprise) | Via Power-Up |
| Resource planning | Yes (Planning module) | No |
| Budget tracking | Analytic accounts | No |
| CRM integration | Native | Via Power-Up |
| Automation | Automated actions | Butler |
| Mobile app | Web-based | Excellent native app |
| Free tier | Unlimited (CE) | 10 boards |
| Pricing | From $0 (CE) | $5-17.50/user/mo |
When to Choose Odoo Project
- You need to bill clients based on time tracked
- You need project profitability reporting
- You need resource planning across projects
- You want project management connected to CRM, sales, and accounting
- You are already using Odoo for other operations
When to Choose Trello
- You need the simplest possible task management
- Your team is non-technical and needs minimal training
- You need the best mobile app experience
- Task management is standalone (no billing, no timesheets)
- You need extensive third-party integrations (Slack, GitHub, etc.)
The Real Comparison: Odoo vs Trello + Other Tools
# To match Odoo Project functionality with Trello:
# Trello (boards): $5/user/mo
# + Harvest (timesheets): $12/user/mo
# + FreshBooks (billing): $15/mo
# + Float (resource planning): $7.50/user/mo
# Total: $39.50/user/mo
# Odoo Enterprise (all included): $31/user/mo
# Odoo Community (free): $0/user/mo + hostingDeployMonkey
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