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ComparePinrom vs Microsoft Project

The Budget-Friendly Microsoft Project Alternative for Small Teams

Simple affordability vs enterprise complexity

Compare Pinrom's straightforward approach and budget-friendly pricing with Microsoft Project's enterprise-focused platform and high costs.
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Pinrom
Simple & Affordable
Recommended
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Microsoft Project
Microsoft Project
Enterprise project management
$1
Starting price per user
14 days
Free trial
5 min
Setup time

Detailed Feature Comparison

See how Pinrom compares to Microsoft Project across key features and capabilities.

Core Features

Time Tracking

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Pinrom
Built-in time tracking available in all plans, even the $1/user Solo plan
Microsoft Project
Basic plan lacks time-tracking functionality
Time tracking not available in Plan 1. Requires higher-tier plans

Task Dependencies

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Pinrom
Task dependencies and project workflows included in all plans
Microsoft Project
Task dependencies require higher-tier plans
Advanced features locked behind expensive plans

Unlimited Projects

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Pinrom
Unlimited projects even in the Solo plan
Microsoft Project
Unlimited projects in paid plans

Custom Fields & Statuses

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Pinrom
Custom fields and priorities available in all plans
Microsoft Project
Custom fields available in desktop versions only
Browser-only Plan 1 has limited customization
Collaboration

Client Collaboration

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Pinrom
Free client collaboration with 10 active clients in Solo, unlimited in higher plans
Microsoft Project
No built-in client collaboration features
No free client or freelancer access. Enterprise-focused only

Freelancer Access

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Pinrom
Up to 3 (Solo), 10 (Team), 50 (Agency) freelancers at no extra cost
Microsoft Project
No freelancer-specific collaboration features
All external users require paid licenses

Private Projects

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Pinrom
Private projects available in all plans
Microsoft Project
Limited private projects unless on Business plan
Advanced privacy features require higher plans
Storage & Files

File Storage

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Pinrom
2GB (Solo), 5GB (Team), 100GB (Agency) with organized management
Microsoft Project
No direct file storage management
Relies on OneDrive or SharePoint for document handling. Additional subscriptions needed

File Organization

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Pinrom
Organized file management within projects
Microsoft Project
No integrated file management system
Requires separate Microsoft 365 subscriptions
Ease of Use

Learning Curve

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Pinrom
Intuitive interface designed for immediate productivity
Microsoft Project
Complex enterprise interface requires extensive training
Steep learning curve for small teams. Enterprise-focused complexity

Setup Time

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Pinrom
Ready-to-use project management, no configuration needed
Microsoft Project
Requires extensive setup and configuration
Hours of configuration needed for basic functionality
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Pinrom Advantages
  • 97% more affordable than Microsoft Project for teams
  • Built-in time tracking and client collaboration
  • Simple setup without enterprise complexity
  • Designed for small teams and freelancers
  • All essential features in lowest-priced plan
  • No additional Microsoft 365 subscriptions required

Best for: Small teams, freelancers, creative agencies, and startups who need powerful project management without enterprise complexity or high costs.

Microsoft Project Advantages
  • Extremely powerful for enterprise project management
  • Advanced resource management and portfolio tracking
  • Deep integration with Microsoft ecosystem
  • Comprehensive reporting and analytics
  • Better for large enterprise teams with complex needs

Best for: Large enterprises with complex project portfolios that need advanced resource management and can afford the high costs and complexity.

Cut costs by 97%—upgrade to the smarter project management solution

See how much you can save by choosing Pinrom over Microsoft Project.

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
Microsoft Project
$3600.00/year

For 10 users

  • Core features
  • Basic collaboration
  • ×Time tracking (extra cost)
  • ×Advanced features (higher tier)

Save $3480.00/year

That's $3,480 per year with Pinrom!

97% savings

Cut costs by 97%—upgrade to the smarter project management solution

Get essential project management features without forcing your team into enterprise-level complexity and costs.

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

Easy Migration

Import your data from Microsoft Project seamlessly

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