ClickUp Wins
Score Comparison
Criteria
ClickUp
Airtable
Overall Score
8.7
8.2
Ease of Use
7.8
8.0
Features
9.5
8.5
Collaboration
8.8
8.5
Pricing/Value
9.0
7.5
Integrations
8.0
9.0
Pricing & Features
Specification
ClickUp
Airtable
Starting Price
Free / $7/mo
Free / $20/mo
Free Tier
Pricing Model
Freemium
Freemium
Making Your Decision
When to Choose ClickUp
Startups and teams wanting maximum features at the lowest cost
ClickUp packs an incredible amount of functionality into its affordable plans, making it the best value proposition in PM software—if you can navigate its steep learning curve.
Strengths
- Most feature-rich PM tool at its price point
- Generous free tier with most features included
- 15+ project views including Docs, Whiteboards, and Mind Maps
- Built-in docs, goals, and time tracking
Limitations
- Feature overload can overwhelm new users
- Interface can feel cluttered and busy
- Performance can lag with large workspaces
When to Choose Airtable
Teams wanting to build custom project tracking systems with a flexible database
Airtable is a powerful platform that can be molded into virtually any PM system you can imagine, perfect for teams with unique workflows who want to build rather than adapt.
Strengths
- Powerful database with spreadsheet simplicity
- Extremely flexible for custom workflows
- Beautiful interface builder for custom apps
- Strong automation and scripting capabilities
Limitations
- Higher price point than traditional PM tools
- Requires setup work to build PM workflows
- Record limits on lower tiers
