Basecamp vs Teamwork
Detailed comparison to help you choose the right tool for your needs
B
Basecamp
All your teams. All your projects. All in one place.
4.1
Editorial RatingT
Teamwork
Project management built for client work
4.4
Editorial RatingQuick Comparison
Rating
4.1
vs4.4
Starting Price
$15
vsFree
Pricing Model
paid
vsfreemium
Feature
Basecamp
Teamwork
To-dos
Message boards
Docs and files
Schedules
Group chat
Client access
Task Management
Time Tracking
Budget Tracking
Client Access
Gantt Charts
Resource Scheduling
Basecamp Pros
- Pro Unlimited is incredible value for 20+ user teams
- Client portal included — no extra cost
- Focused and opinionated — less decision fatigue
- Message boards reduce email overload
Basecamp Cons
- Less flexible than ClickUp or Notion
- No built-in time tracking
- Limited views — no Gantt or timeline
- Pro Unlimited overkill for small teams
Teamwork Pros
- Built specifically for agency and client work
- Excellent time tracking and billing integration
- Budget tracking tied directly to projects
- Good client portal and permissions
- Strong Gantt chart functionality
- Portfolio-level project visibility
Teamwork Cons
- Less suited for software development teams
- Interface can feel cluttered with many features
- Free plan is limited to 5 users
- Integrations are fewer than major competitors
- Reporting could be more customizable
- Mobile app needs more features