ComparePinrom vs Basecamp
The Budget-Friendly Basecamp Alternative for Small Teams
Structured task management vs communication-first approach
Compare Pinrom's comprehensive project management with Basecamp's communication-focused but feature-limited platform.
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Pinrom
Simple & Affordable
Recommended
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Basecamp
Project management & team collaboration
$1
Starting price per user
14 days
Free trial
5 min
Setup time
Detailed Feature Comparison
See how Pinrom compares to Basecamp across key features and capabilities.
Project Management
Time Tracking
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PinromBuilt-in time tracking with detailed reports and export options
Basecamp
No built-in time tracking, requires upgrades
Time tracking not available. Additional tools needed
Task Dependencies
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PinromBuilt-in task dependencies and project workflows
Basecamp
No task dependencies, requires custom setup
Limited project management structure
Task Statuses & Priorities
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PinromCustom statuses and priority management
Basecamp
Basic to-do lists without status tracking
No built-in task status or priority systems
Project Dashboards
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PinromComprehensive project dashboards and reporting
Basecamp
Basic overview pages, limited reporting
Minimal project analytics and reporting
| Feature | P Pinrom | Basecamp |
|---|---|---|
| Time Tracking | Built-in time tracking with detailed reports and export options | No built-in time tracking, requires upgrades Time tracking not available. Additional tools needed |
| Task Dependencies | Built-in task dependencies and project workflows | No task dependencies, requires custom setup Limited project management structure |
| Task Statuses & Priorities | Custom statuses and priority management | Basic to-do lists without status tracking No built-in task status or priority systems |
| Project Dashboards | Comprehensive project dashboards and reporting | Basic overview pages, limited reporting Minimal project analytics and reporting |
Collaboration
Client Collaboration
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PinromDedicated client portal with 10 active clients in Solo, unlimited in higher plans
Freelancer Management
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PinromUp to 3 (Solo), 10 (Team), 50 (Agency) freelancers at no extra cost
Basecamp
No freelancer-specific features
No specialized freelancer collaboration tools
Team Communication
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PinromProject-focused communication with task context
Basecamp
Strong message boards and team communication
| Feature | P Pinrom | Basecamp |
|---|---|---|
| Client Collaboration | Dedicated client portal with 10 active clients in Solo, unlimited in higher plans | Free guest access to all plans No client-specific collaboration tools. Limited functionality |
| Freelancer Management | Up to 3 (Solo), 10 (Team), 50 (Agency) freelancers at no extra cost | No freelancer-specific features No specialized freelancer collaboration tools |
| Team Communication | Project-focused communication with task context | Strong message boards and team communication |
Storage & Files
File Storage
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Pinrom2GB (Solo), 5GB (Team), 100GB (Agency) with organized management
Basecamp
1GB (Free), 500GB (Plus), 5TB (Pro Unlimited)
Free plan severely limited at 1GB. Expensive storage upgrades
File Organization
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PinromOrganized file management within projects
Basecamp
Basic file sharing and document storage
| Feature | P Pinrom | Basecamp |
|---|---|---|
| File Storage | 2GB (Solo), 5GB (Team), 100GB (Agency) with organized management | 1GB (Free), 500GB (Plus), 5TB (Pro Unlimited) Free plan severely limited at 1GB. Expensive storage upgrades |
| File Organization | Organized file management within projects | Basic file sharing and document storage |
Pricing & Value
Starting Price
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Pinrom$1/user/month with full project management features
Feature Completeness
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PinromComplete project management suite in all plans
Basecamp
Communication-first, lacks project management structure
Missing essential project management features
| Feature | P Pinrom | Basecamp |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $1/user/month with full project management features | $15/user/month for Plus plan 1500% more expensive than Pinrom. Pro Unlimited at $299/month |
| Feature Completeness | Complete project management suite in all plans | Communication-first, lacks project management structure Missing essential project management features |
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Pinrom Advantages- 93% more affordable than Basecamp for teams
- Built-in time tracking and task dependencies
- Structured project management vs communication focus
- Client and freelancer collaboration features
- Complete project dashboards and reporting
- Better value for project-focused teams
Best for: Teams that need structured project management with task tracking, time management, and client collaboration.
Basecamp Advantages
- Excellent team communication and message boards
- Simple, clean interface focused on collaboration
- Good for teams that prioritize communication over structure
- Flat pricing option with Pro Unlimited plan
- Strong company culture and philosophy
Best for: Teams that prioritize communication and simplicity over structured project management and don't mind missing advanced features.
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Annually
Team Size: 10 users
1 user100 users
Recommended
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Pinrom$120.00/year
For 10 users
- All features included
- Built-in time tracking
- Unlimited projects
- Priority support
Basecamp
$1800.00/year
For 10 users
- Core features
- Basic collaboration
- ×Time tracking (extra cost)
- ×Advanced features (higher tier)
Save $1680.00/year
That's $1,680 per year with Pinrom!
93% savings
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