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Float vs Smartsheet: Pricing Comparison 2026

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

Bottom line: Float starts at $7/mo, making it $2/mo cheaper than Smartsheet ($9/mo). Neither offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

Float vs Smartsheet: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureFloatSmartsheet
Starting Price$7/mo$9/mo
Number of Plans34
Free TierNoNo
Pricing Modelper-seatper-seat
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Float is the more affordable option, starting at $7/mo compared to Smartsheet's $9/mo. Both are Project Management tools with 7 combined pricing plans and 44 features compared.

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
Smartsheet
Smartsheet
Try it free
Tier 1
Starter
$7/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Scheduling
  • Capacity & time off management
  • Unlimited project scoping
  • Project margin tracking
  • 1x placeholder
Start with Starter
Pro
$9/month
Includes
  • Unlimited free Viewers
  • Gantt, table, board, and calendar view
  • Rich formulas
  • Unlimited sheets, forms, and reports
  • 250 automations per month
Start with Pro
Tier 2
Pro
$12/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Project estimates
  • Actuals tracking
  • Estimates vs. planned hours reporting
  • Estimates vs. actuals reporting
  • Planned hours vs. actuals reporting
  • SSO & domain restrictions
  • 5x placeholders
Start with Pro
Business
$19/month
Includes
  • Unlimited free Guests
  • Timeline view
  • Team workload tracking
  • Admin capabilities
  • Unlimited automations
  • 1 TB attachment storage
Start with Business
Tier 3
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Dedicated Customer Success Manager
  • Set up, roll out, and training
  • Priority support
  • Custom placeholders
  • SLAs & custom contracts
  • Manual payment options
Start with Enterprise
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Includes
  • AI formulas, texts, and chartsNEW
  • SAML-based SSO
  • CollectionsNEW
  • Work Insights
  • Enterprise Plan Manager
  • Unlimited attachment storage
  • Directory integrations
Start with Enterprise
Tier 4
Advanced Work Management
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Control Center
  • Dynamic View
  • Data Shuttle
  • Connectors
  • DataMesh
  • Calendar App
  • Pivot App
  • Premium Support
Start with Advanced Work Management

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Float

Resource planning and team scheduling for project-based work

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Smartsheet

Spreadsheet-like platform for managing work at scale

View all Smartsheet plans
Our Pick

Smartsheet

Smartsheet offers 4 tiers vs 3.

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

Best value: Smartsheet

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose Float if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—Float starts at $7/mo, saving $2/mo compared to Smartsheet at $9/mo
  • You prioritize Float's user experience and interface over price (both tools are similarly priced)
  • Float's 3-tier per-seat structure gives clearer cost visibility for budget planning

Choose Smartsheet if:

  • You need 4 pricing tiers for flexible team sizing—more options mean less overpaying for features you don't need
  • You want more features built-in—Smartsheet offers 8 additional features across its plans
  • You prioritize Smartsheet's user experience and interface over price (both tools are similarly priced)

Float is the more affordable choice [1], starting at $7/mo compared to Smartsheet's $9/mo. For a 50-person team on paid plans, this translates to Float saving approximately $100/month. Float offers 3 pricing tiers compared to Smartsheet's 4, giving you more granular control over scaling costs as your team grows. Across all tiers, Float provides 18 total features versus 26 for Smartsheet, offering a more focused toolset depending on your specific needs. The pricing math favors Float for most team sizes. Smartsheet becomes worth the premium only when its differentiating features are central to your workflow.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Float vs Smartsheet

Which is cheaper, Float or Smartsheet?
As of March 2026, Float starts at a lower price point. Float starts at $7/mo while Smartsheet starts at $9/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does Float have vs Smartsheet?
Float offers 3 pricing plans, while Smartsheet offers 4 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Float or Smartsheet offer custom enterprise pricing?
Yes, both Float and Smartsheet offer custom enterprise pricing tiers with quote-based pricing. Contact each vendor for a tailored quote.
How do Float and Smartsheet compare for Project Management?
Both Float and Smartsheet are Project Management tools. Float offers 3 plans starting at $7/mo, while Smartsheet offers 4 plans starting at $9/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Project Management needs.

Sources

  1. Float Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. Smartsheet Official PricingVendor pricing page

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