Free
$0
month
Up to 10 collaborators per Workspace, up to 10 boards, unlimited cards, unlimited Power-Ups, 10MB per-file storage, and 250 automation command runs monthly.
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Trello
Trello is a visual work management platform built around boards, lists, and cards for organizing tasks, projects, and team workflows.
Editorial overview
Aggregated Overview
Trello provides mature board-based task management, automation, templates, Power-Ups, multiple paid-plan views, mobile and desktop apps, and a documented REST API. G2 users rate it highly for visual organization and ease of use, while commonly noted limitations include lighter reporting and reduced suitability for complex dependencies.
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Overview
Trello is a cloud-based work management application that organizes work through boards, lists, and cards. Teams can assign cards, add due dates, attach files, use checklists, and discuss work through comments.
Fog Creek Software launched Trello at TechCrunch Disrupt in September 2011. Atlassian announced its acquisition of Trello in January 2017, and Trello now operates within Atlassian’s product portfolio.
The product supports personal planning, team collaboration, agile workflows, content calendars, software development, and other repeatable processes. Its structure is flexible, but complex programmes may need Power-Ups or external reporting tools.
Trello Decision Snapshot
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Platforms
Android, iOS, macOS, REST API, Web, Windows
TechZella assessment
8.5/10
Trello Pros & Cons
Pros
- Clear visual workflow model based on boards, lists, and cards
- Generous free plan for lightweight task management
- Broad extension model through Power-Ups and integrations
- Built-in automation supports rules, schedules, buttons, and reports
- Available through web, desktop, mobile, and REST API interfaces
- 14-day Premium trial does not require a credit card according to the official trial page
Cons
- Free Workspaces are limited to 10 open boards and 10 collaborators
- Advanced views and AI require paid plans
- The core model is less suited to complex dependencies and portfolio reporting
- Desktop apps require an active internet connection and lack offline synchronization
- Free-plan support is primarily community-based
Trello Pricing & Plans
Standard
$5 per user
month when billed annually; $6 monthly
Adds unlimited boards, custom fields, advanced checklists, card mirroring, saved searches, and 1,000 automation command runs monthly.
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$10 per user
month when billed annually; $12.50 monthly
Adds AI, calendar, timeline, table, dashboard, and map views, administrative features, unlimited automation, templates, and simple data export.
Check current pricing →Enterprise
$17.50 per user
month billed annually; $210 annually per user
Adds unlimited Workspaces, organization-wide permissions, public board management, attachment restrictions, Power-Up administration, and enterprise controls.
Check current pricing →Pricing may change. Verify current plans on the vendor's website.
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Trello Features
Work Management
- Boards, lists, and cards
- Task assignments
- Due dates and reminders
- Labels and checklists
- Comments and activity history
- File attachments
- Board templates
Planning and Views
- Calendar view
- Timeline view
- Table view
- Dashboard view
- Map view
- Workspace calendar and table views
- Saved searches
Automation
- Rules
- Scheduled actions
- Card buttons
- List automation
- Recurring email reports
- Butler automation quotas
AI Features
- AI-assisted writing and editing
- Content summarization
- Action-item generation
- AI-powered quick capture on paid plans
- Trello MCP connection for compatible AI assistants
Integrations and Extensibility
- Power-Ups
- Atlassian integrations
- Slack integration
- Microsoft Teams integration
- Google Drive integration
- Salesforce integration
- Zapier connectivity
- Custom Power-Ups through the developer platform
Developer Tools
- REST API
- API keys and user tokens
- OAuth authorization
- Webhooks
- Board, card, list, checklist, and member endpoints
- API documentation and rate-limit documentation
Trello Specifications
| Product type | Cloud-based work management software |
|---|---|
| Deployment | Cloud-only SaaS |
| Web browsers | Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge |
| Desktop applications | Windows 10 or later; macOS 12 or later, 64-bit |
| Mobile applications | iOS 18 or later; Android 10 or later with Google Play |
| Integrations | Power-Ups, Slack, Microsoft Teams, Google Drive, Salesforce, Jira, Confluence, Dropbox, GitHub, OneDrive, and Zapier |
| API | Trello REST API with token-based authorization, OAuth support, webhooks, and documented resource endpoints |
| Free trial | 14-day Trello Premium trial for eligible Workspaces; no credit card required on the trial page |
| Free plan limit | Up to 10 collaborators and 10 open boards per Workspace |
| File attachment limits | 10MB per file on Free; 250MB per file on Standard, Premium, and Enterprise |
| Automation limits | 250 monthly command runs on Free; 1,000 on Standard; unlimited on Premium and Enterprise |
| Founded | 2011 |
| Acquired by | Atlassian, announced January 9, 2017 |
| Legal entity address | 55 Broadway, 25th Floor, New York, NY 10006, United States |
| Support model | Community support on Free; business-hours, premium, or enterprise support on paid plans |
Our evidence-based assessment
TechZella Score
A proprietary editorial score based on product capabilities, usability, value, performance, support and user sentiment evidence.
8.5/10Moderate confidence
Trello provides mature board-based task management, automation, templates, Power-Ups, multiple paid-plan views, mobile and desktop apps, and a documented REST API. G2 users rate it highly for visual organization and ease of use, while commonly noted limitations include lighter reporting and reduced suitability for complex dependencies.
Methodology v1.0. The assessment weighs feature coverage (25%), ease of use (15%), value for money (20%), performance (15%), support (10%) and user sentiment (15%), using researched product evidence and verified review evidence where available. It is a TechZella editorial assessment, not a direct user-review average.
Trello FAQs
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What is Trello used for?
Trello is used to organize tasks, projects, workflows, schedules, and team collaboration through visual boards.
Does Trello have a free plan?
Yes. The Free plan costs $0 and supports up to 10 collaborators per Workspace, up to 10 boards, unlimited cards, and unlimited Power-Ups.
Does Trello offer a free trial?
Yes. Eligible users can start a 14-day Premium trial. Trello’s trial page states that no credit card is required.
What integrations does Trello support?
Trello supports integrations through Power-Ups and connected services. Documented examples include Slack, Microsoft Teams, Google Drive, Salesforce, Jira, Confluence, Dropbox, GitHub, Microsoft OneDrive, and Zapier.
Does Trello have an API?
Yes. Trello provides a REST API with resources for boards, cards, lists, checklists, members, organizations, plugins, webhooks, and related objects. Its authorization documentation describes API keys, user tokens, and OAuth-based access.
Which platforms support Trello?
Trello supports modern desktop browsers, Windows and macOS desktop applications, and Android and iOS mobile applications. The service is cloud-only and does not offer an on-premises edition.
Does Trello support AI?
AI features are available on Standard, Premium, and Enterprise plans. Trello documents AI assistance for writing, editing, summarizing, and generating work content, plus an MCP connection for compatible assistants.
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