Wrike vs Smartsheet
Detailed comparison to help you choose the right tool for your needs
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Wrike
Project management for complex, multi-team workflows
4.2
Editorial RatingS
Smartsheet
Dynamic work management for enterprise teams
4.4
Editorial RatingQuick Comparison
Rating
4.2
vs4.4
Starting Price
Free
vs$12
Pricing Model
freemium
vspaid
Feature
Wrike
Smartsheet
Gantt Charts
Kanban Boards
Time Tracking
Resource Management
Custom Workflows
Proofing and Approvals
Grid View
Automation
Dashboards
Proofing
Wrike Pros
- Handles complex project hierarchies well
- Strong cross-team collaboration features
- Good resource planning and workload views
- Proofing and approval workflows for creative teams
- Flexible folder and project structure
- Enterprise-grade security and compliance
Wrike Cons
- Interface can feel complex for simple projects
- Mobile app is limited compared to desktop
- Free plan is very basic
- Reporting requires Business plan or higher
- Can be slow with large datasets
- Learning curve is steeper than simpler tools
Smartsheet Pros
- Familiar spreadsheet-like interface
- Very powerful automation engine
- Excellent for PMO and portfolio management
- Strong governance and compliance features
- Good for cross-functional workflows
- Dashboard builder creates executive-level reports
Smartsheet Cons
- Not ideal for agile software development
- Can feel overly complex for simple projects
- Per-user pricing adds up quickly
- Mobile app is limited
- Slow performance with very large sheets
- Less visual than tools like Asana or Monday