Pinrom vs ClickUp: Simple Affordability vs Feature Complexity
A simpler, more affordable alternative to ClickUp
Feature by feature
Detailed Feature Comparison
See how Pinrom compares to ClickUp across key features and capabilities.
Core Features
Time Tracking
Unlimited Projects & Tasks
Custom Statuses
| Feature | P Pinrom | ClickUp |
|---|---|---|
| Time Tracking | Built-in time tracking with a focus timer, manual entries, and a billable flag — included even on the $1/user Solo plan | Time tracking available only in Unlimited Plan ($7/user) and above Not available in free plan. See cost comparison |
| Unlimited Projects & Tasks | Unlimited projects and tasks in all plans, including Solo plan | Unlimited tasks and projects in paid plans |
| Custom Statuses | Custom statuses, labels, and priorities available in all plans | Custom statuses and custom fields available in paid plans |
Collaboration
Client Collaboration
Team Role Management
Private Projects
| Feature | P Pinrom | ClickUp |
|---|---|---|
| Client Collaboration | Invite freelancers and clients at no extra cost. 10 active clients in Solo, unlimited in Team & Agency plans | Guest access with permissions available only in Unlimited plan ($7/user) and above Freelancer collaboration requires paid user seats. Additional costs apply |
| Team Role Management | Role-based permissions and team management in all plans | Advanced permissions and team sharing in Enterprise only Limited role management in lower tiers |
| Private Projects | Public and private project management in all plans | Private projects available in paid plans |
Storage & Files
File Storage
File Management
| Feature | P Pinrom | ClickUp |
|---|---|---|
| File Storage | Generous storage: 2GB (Solo), 5GB (Team), 100GB (Agency) with 100MB file upload limit | 100MB storage on free plan, unlimited storage requires $7/user Unlimited Plan Free plan storage too small for most teams. Calculate upgrade costs |
| File Management | Organized file management within projects across all plans | File sharing with limited guest access in lower plans Restricted file access for guests without upgrades |
Pricing & Value
Starting Price
Free Plan
| Feature | P Pinrom | ClickUp |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $1/user/month - most affordable option in the market | $7/user/month for Unlimited plan with essential features Several times the price of Pinrom for similar features |
| Free Plan | 14-day free trial with full feature access | Free Forever plan with basic features and 100MB storage Severely limited storage and missing essential features |
PPinrom Advantages
- Starts at $1/user/month — a fraction of the price
- Time tracking included in all plans, even the $1/user plan
- Client and freelancer collaboration without extra seats
- Generous storage allowances across all pricing tiers
- Simple, intuitive interface without overwhelming complexity
Best for: Freelancers, small teams, creative agencies, and startups who want simple, affordable project management with built-in chat and a client portal.
ClickUp Advantages
- More extensive feature set for complex workflows
- Built-in chat, docs, and whiteboards
- Advanced automation capabilities in higher tiers
- Comprehensive integrations ecosystem
- Custom fields, reporting, and workload management
Best for: Teams that want an all-in-one workspace with custom fields, automation, and a wide feature set, and don't mind the learning curve.
Cost calculator
See how the cost compares
Estimate what your team would pay on Pinrom versus ClickUp.
For 10 users
- All features included
- Built-in time tracking
- Unlimited projects
- Priority support
For 10 users
- Project management features
- ·Higher starting price than Pinrom
- ·Included features vary by tier — check their site
About $720 less per year with Pinrom
For a 10-person team, based on the ClickUp tier priced above.
ClickUp pricing shown as of June 2026 and may have changed — check ClickUp's website for current pricing. Pinrom figures use list pricing ($1/user/month, billed yearly).
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Simple project management from $1/user/month
14-Day Free Trial
Full access to all features, no credit card required
5-Minute Setup
Get your team up and running in minutes, not hours
Team Chat Built In
DMs and group chat included — no separate Slack to pay for
Simple project management from $1/user/month