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Motion vs Zoho Projects: Pricing Comparison 2026

Side-by-side pricing comparison of Motion and Zoho Projects. See all plans, features, and costs at a glance.

Bottom line: Zoho Projects starts at $4/mo, making it $15/mo cheaper than Motion ($19/mo). Zoho Projects offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

Motion vs Zoho Projects: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureMotionZoho Projects
Starting Price$19/mo$4/mo
Number of Plans24
Free TierNoYes
Pricing Modelper-seatper-seat
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Zoho Projects is the more affordable option, starting at $4/mo compared to Motion's $19/mo. Both are Project Management tools with 6 combined pricing plans and 43 features compared.

Zoho Projects 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
Zoho Projects
Zoho Projects
Try it free
Tier 1
Pro AI
$19/month
Start with Pro AI
FREE
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 3 Projects
  • Subtasks
  • Whiteboard
  • 5 GB of storage space
  • iOS and Android Apps
  • Workflow Actions (50 executions/month)
  • Integration with Google apps and Office 365
  • Zoho MCP Server
Start with FREE
Tier 2
Business AIPopular
$29/month
Start with Business AI
PREMIUM
$4/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Unlimited Projects
  • Custom Views & Statuses
  • Project Custom Modules
  • Task Blueprint
  • Project Budget & EVM
  • Time Logs and Timesheets
  • Timesheet Multi-Level Approvals
  • Workflow Actions (5000 executions/month)
  • One Business Calendar and Holiday List
  • Recurring Tasks and Task Reminders
  • Web Tabs
  • Smart AI Capabilities with Zia
Start with PREMIUM
Tier 3
ENTERPRISE
$9/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 10 Read-Only Users
  • Resources (Add-on)
  • Global Custom Modules
  • Custom Profiles, Roles, and Fields
  • Custom Domain
  • Workflow Actions (50000 executions/month)
  • 3 Business Calendars and Holiday Lists
  • Single Sign-On (SSO)
  • Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
  • Portfolio Dashboard
  • Critical Path & Baseline
  • Sandbox
  • Power BI Integration
  • User Hierarchy
Start with ENTERPRISE
Tier 4
ULTIMATE
$14/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 15 GB storage per user (min 150 GB/org)
  • 100 Read-Only Users
  • 100 Resources
  • Unlimited Custom Dashboards
  • Multi-User & Multi-Project Timesheets
  • DAP Integration
  • Lite User (Add-on)
  • Workflow Actions (500000 executions/month)
  • 20 Business Calendars and Holiday Lists
Start with ULTIMATE

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Motion

AI-powered project manager that auto-schedules your work

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Zoho Projects

Online project management with Gantt charts and time tracking

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Our Pick

Zoho Projects

Zoho Projects offers a free plan, starts at $15/mo lower ($4/mo vs $19/mo), offers 4 tiers vs 2.

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

Best value: Zoho Projects

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose Motion if:

  • You prefer Motion's per-seat model with its 2-tier structure
  • Motion keeps its feature set lean, which means faster onboarding and less complexity
  • You need a Project Management tool that scales with your team — Motion's tier progression supports that

Choose Zoho Projects if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—Zoho Projects starts at $4/mo, saving $15/mo compared to Motion at $19/mo
  • You need a free plan with 3 Projects, Subtasks—Zoho Projects offers no-cost access with no credit card required
  • 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—Zoho Projects offers 43 additional features across its plans

Zoho Projects is the more affordable choice [1], starting at $4/mo compared to Motion's $19/mo. For a 50-person team on paid plans, this translates to Zoho Projects saving approximately $750/month. Zoho Projects offers 4 pricing tiers compared to Motion's 2, giving you more granular control over scaling costs as your team grows. Across all tiers, Zoho Projects provides 43 total features versus 0 for Motion, offering a richer feature set depending on your specific needs. The pricing math favors Zoho Projects for most team sizes. Motion becomes worth the premium only when its differentiating features are central to your workflow.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Motion vs Zoho Projects

Which is cheaper, Motion or Zoho Projects?
As of March 2026, Zoho Projects starts at a lower price point. Motion starts at $19/mo while Zoho Projects starts at $4/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does Motion have vs Zoho Projects?
Motion offers 2 pricing plans, while Zoho Projects offers 4 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Motion or Zoho Projects offer a free plan?
Zoho Projects offers a free plan, while Motion does not. If budget is a concern, Zoho Projects lets you get started at no cost.
What is the most popular Motion plan?
The Business AI plan is Motion's most popular tier, priced at $29/mo.
How do Motion and Zoho Projects compare for Project Management?
Both Motion and Zoho Projects are Project Management tools. Motion offers 2 plans starting at $19/mo, while Zoho Projects offers 4 plans starting at $4/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Project Management needs.

Sources

  1. Motion Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. Zoho Projects Official PricingVendor pricing page

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