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Bonsai vs Teamwork: Pricing Comparison 2026

Side-by-side pricing comparison of Bonsai and Teamwork. See all plans, features, and costs at a glance.

Bottom line: Bonsai starts at Custom pricing and Teamwork starts at $30/mo. Compare all 9 pricing tiers side by side.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

Bonsai vs Teamwork: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureBonsaiTeamwork
Starting PriceCustom pricing$30/mo
Number of Plans45
Free TierNoYes
Pricing Modelper-seatper-seat
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Bonsai and Teamwork are both priced at Custom pricing, making them equally accessible Project Management tools. Together they offer 9 pricing plans with 74 features compared, so the best choice comes down to which features match your needs.

Teamwork stands out with a free plan for getting started.

Review the detailed tier-by-tier comparison above to see exactly which features are included at each price point and find the best fit for your Project Management needs.

Pricing Plans
Teamwork
Teamwork
Try it free
Tier 1
Basic
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Time tracking
  • Task management
  • Unlimited projects
  • CRM
  • Service library
  • iOS & Android app
  • Unlimited clients
Start with Basic
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • TeamworkAI
  • Project Management Essentials
  • Client Work Foundations
  • Key Integrations
  • Up to 5 Projects
  • Up to 5 Users
  • 100 Automations (actions per month)
Start with Free
Tier 2
Essentials
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Everything in Basic plus
  • Invoices & Payments
  • Proposals & Contracts
  • All templates
  • Forms & Questionnaires
  • Scheduling
  • Client portal
  • Expense tracking
  • Income tracking
Start with Essentials
Deliver
$30/monthCheapest
Includes
  • TeamworkAI
  • Project Status & Health Reports
  • Teams
  • Intake Forms
  • Planned vs Actual Reports
  • Integrations
  • 20 Project Templates
  • 5,000 Automations (actions per month)
  • 100 GB Storage
Start with Deliver
Tier 3
PremiumPopular
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Everything in Essentials plus
  • Project insights
  • Workload management
  • Gantt view
  • Deals pipeline
  • Custom fields & properties
  • Client tasks & messaging
  • Profit & Productivity reports
  • Remove Bonsai branding
  • Integrations (QuickBooks, Zapier, Calendly, Google)
Start with Premium
GrowPopular
$30/monthCheapest
Includes
  • TeamworkAI
  • Budgeting, Time & Financial
  • HubSpot integration
  • Workload Resource Planner
  • Powerful Reports
  • 50 Project Templates
  • 20,000 Automations (actions per month)
  • 250 GB Storage
  • 600 Projects
Start with Grow
Tier 4
Elite
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Everything in Premium plus:
  • Custom permissions
  • Timesheet locking
  • Add markup to expenses
  • Xero integration
  • Custom data import
Start with Elite
Scale
$30/monthCheapest
Includes
  • TeamworkAI
  • Unlimited Premium Features
  • Profitability Reports
  • Resource Scheduling
  • Custom & Scheduled Reporting
  • Retainer Management (beta)
  • Budget Expenses & Tasklist Budget
  • 100,000 Automations (actions per month)
  • 500 GB Storage
Start with Scale
Tier 5
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Includes
  • TeamworkAI
  • Advanced Security addon including SSO functionality
  • Premium Support addon
  • Dedicated Infrastructure
  • Increased API limit
  • 1000 GB Storage
  • Dedicated Account Manager
  • Up to 10 Hours Tech Services
Start with Enterprise

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Bonsai

Business management for freelancers with contracts and invoicing

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Teamwork

Project management built for client work and service delivery teams

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Our Pick

Teamwork

Teamwork offers a free plan, offers 5 tiers vs 4.

Based on pricing data only. Review the full comparison below for your specific needs.

Best value: Teamwork

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose Bonsai if:

  • You prioritize Bonsai's user experience and interface over price (both tools are similarly priced)
  • You prefer Bonsai's per-seat model with its 4-tier structure
  • You value Bonsai's specific feature progression from free to advanced tier levels

Choose Teamwork if:

  • You need a free plan with TeamworkAI, Project Management Essentials—Teamwork offers no-cost access with no credit card required
  • You need 5 pricing tiers for flexible team sizing—more options mean less overpaying for features you don't need
  • You want more features built-in—Teamwork offers 10 additional features across its plans

Teamwork offers a free plan [1], eliminating the cost barrier for evaluation, while Bonsai requires paid subscription from the start. This gives Teamwork a significant advantage for teams with budget constraints or extended trial periods. Once you outgrow Teamwork's free tier, upgrading to a paid plan at approximately $30/mo provides substantial additional functionality. Compare this pricing path against Bonsai's tiering starting at Custom pricing to assess total cost of ownership over 12 months. Teamwork's 5 tiers provide flexibility at different budgets, while Bonsai's 4 tiers structure may force you into higher-cost plans than necessary for your use case. If evaluation cost matters to your decision, Teamwork is the obvious starting point with zero financial commitment. Use the free tier to validate core functionality before committing to paid plans from either tool.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Bonsai vs Teamwork

How many pricing plans does Bonsai have vs Teamwork?
Bonsai offers 4 pricing plans, while Teamwork offers 5 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Bonsai or Teamwork offer a free plan?
Teamwork offers a free plan, while Bonsai does not. If budget is a concern, Teamwork lets you get started at no cost.
What is the most popular Bonsai plan?
The Premium plan is Bonsai's most popular tier, priced at Custom pricing. Key features include Everything in Essentials plus, Project insights, Workload management.
What is the most popular Teamwork plan?
The Grow plan is Teamwork's most popular tier, priced at $30/mo. Key features include TeamworkAI, Budgeting, Time & Financial, HubSpot integration.
Does Bonsai or Teamwork offer custom enterprise pricing?
Yes, both Bonsai and Teamwork offer custom enterprise pricing tiers with quote-based pricing. Contact each vendor for a tailored quote.
How do Bonsai and Teamwork compare for Project Management?
Both Bonsai and Teamwork are Project Management tools. Bonsai offers 4 plans starting at Custom pricing, while Teamwork offers 5 plans starting at $30/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Project Management needs.

Sources

  1. Bonsai Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. Teamwork Official PricingVendor pricing page

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