Shortcut vs Trello
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Agile Project Management Tools and The 11 Best Project Management Software. Last verified June 19, 2026.
The short answer
Shortcut ranks higher on Top 11 (#5 vs #7) for Software and product teams running sprints, kanban boards, and agile ceremonies / Teams planning work, tasks, and timelines. A strong, developer-friendly agile tool that balances features and simplicity.
At a glance
| Shortcut | Trello | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #5 / The 11 Best Agile Project Management Tools | #7 / The 11 Best Project Management Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.4 | 8 |
| Best for | A simpler, faster Jira alternative | Simple, visual Kanban boards |
| Pricing | $ ($8.50 to $16/user/mo) | $ ($5 to $17.50/user/mo) |
| HQ | New York, USA | New York, USA |
| Founded | 2014 | 2011 |
Shortcut
A strong, developer-friendly agile tool that balances features and simplicity.
www.shortcut.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Agile Project Management Tools
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.