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Kanbanize vs Smartsheet: Pricing Comparison 2026

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

Bottom line: Kanbanize starts at $8.5/mo, making it $1/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

Kanbanize vs Smartsheet: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureKanbanizeSmartsheet
Starting Price$8.5/mo$9/mo
Number of Plans24
Free TierNoNo
Pricing Modelper-seatper-seat
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Kanbanize is the more affordable option, starting at $8.5/mo compared to Smartsheet's $9/mo. Both are Project Management tools with 6 combined pricing plans and 26 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
Kanbanize
Kanbanize
Try it free
Smartsheet
Smartsheet
Try it free
Tier 1
/ per user / month
$9/monthCheapest
Start with / per user / month
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
/ year
$10176/month
Start with / year
Business
$19/monthCheapest
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
  • 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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Kanbanize

Enterprise kanban platform for lean and agile project management

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Smartsheet

Spreadsheet-like platform for managing work at scale

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Our Pick

Smartsheet

Smartsheet offers 4 tiers vs 2.

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 Kanbanize if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—Kanbanize starts at $8.5/mo, saving $0.5/mo compared to Smartsheet at $9/mo
  • You prioritize Kanbanize's user experience and interface over price (both tools are similarly priced)
  • Kanbanize's per-seat pricing lets you match exact team size without tier gaps

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 26 additional features across its plans
  • Your team needs custom enterprise pricing—Smartsheet offers negotiated terms for large deployments

Kanbanize is the more affordable choice [1], starting at $8.5/mo compared to Smartsheet's $9/mo. For a 50-person team on paid plans, this translates to Kanbanize saving approximately $25/month. Kanbanize offers 2 pricing tiers compared to Smartsheet's 4, giving you more granular control over scaling costs as your team grows. Across all tiers, Kanbanize provides 0 total features versus 26 for Smartsheet, offering a more focused toolset depending on your specific needs. If controlling SaaS spend is a priority, Kanbanize offers the better cost-to-value ratio. Consider Smartsheet only if its unique capabilities directly address a gap Kanbanize cannot fill.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Kanbanize vs Smartsheet

Which is cheaper, Kanbanize or Smartsheet?
As of March 2026, Kanbanize starts at a lower price point. Kanbanize starts at $8.5/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 Kanbanize have vs Smartsheet?
Kanbanize offers 2 pricing plans, while Smartsheet offers 4 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Kanbanize or Smartsheet offer custom enterprise pricing?
Smartsheet offers a custom-priced enterprise tier for larger teams. Kanbanize lists all its pricing publicly.
How do Kanbanize and Smartsheet compare for Project Management?
Both Kanbanize and Smartsheet are Project Management tools. Kanbanize offers 2 plans starting at $8.5/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. Kanbanize Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. Smartsheet Official PricingVendor pricing page

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