Trello vs Basecamp
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Project Management Software. Last verified June 4, 2026.
The short answer
Trello ranks higher on Top 11 (#7 vs #10) for Teams planning work, tasks, and timelines. The easiest-to-use Kanban tool, perfect for simple task management.
At a glance
| Trello | Basecamp | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #7 / The 11 Best Project Management Software | #10 / The 11 Best Project Management Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8 | 7.4 |
| Best for | Simple, visual Kanban boards | Simple, communication-focused collaboration |
| Pricing | $ ($5 to $17.50/user/mo) | $$$ ($299/mo flat) |
| HQ | New York, USA | Chicago, USA |
| Founded | 2011 | 1999 |
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.