Smartsheet review

The power of a PM tool with the familiarity of a spreadsheet.

Verdict

Smartsheet successfully bridges the gap between spreadsheets and project management software, offering a familiar interface with powerful automation, reporting, and resource management capabilities.

What customers praise

Its portfolio and resource management features are exceptionally strong, making it a top choice for managers overseeing multiple projects and teams.

What customers criticise

The core spreadsheet-like interface, while familiar to many, can feel clunky for rapid task management and communication compared to card-based or list-based tools.

Best for

Organizations comfortable with a spreadsheet paradigm that need to manage complex projects, resource allocation, and portfolio-level reporting.

At a glance

• Integrations: Salesforce, DocuSign, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Jira, Adobe Creative Cloud
• Compliance: SOC 2 Type II, GDPR, HIPAA, FedRAMP
• Regions served: Global
• Typical onboarding: 7 days
• Free tier: yes

Red flags

Public risk signals as of June 2026: none. No material public risk signals as of 2026-06-04. See the full red-flag report.

Alternatives

See alternatives to Smartsheet, or compare against the next-ranked entry: Smartsheet vs Jira.

Source: Top 11 The 11 Best Project Management Software, verified June 4, 2026 — no paid placement.