Trello vs Ghost

Full side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, and use cases to help you pick the right tool.

Bottom line: Trello is both cheaper and competitive - a strong pick for most teams.

Trello

Visual kanban board tool for simple project and task management

4.3 / 5From $5/mo
Ghost

Open-source publishing platform for newsletters and membership sites

4.4 / 5From $9/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanTrelloGhost
FreeYesNo
Starter$5/mo$9/mo
Pro$10/mo$25/mo
EnterpriseCustomCustom

Trello is cheaper at the Starter tier ($5/mo vs $9/mo).

Feature Matrix

FeatureTrelloGhost
Drag-and-drop kanban boardsYes-
Power-Ups and integrationsYes-
Automations via ButlerYes-
Timeline and Calendar viewsYes-
Templates libraryYes-
Newsletter publishing-Yes
Membership and subscriptions-Yes
0% transaction fees-Yes
SEO-optimized-Yes
Self-hosting option-Yes

When to Choose Each

Choose Trello if you need...

  • +Very easy to learn
  • +Great free tier
  • +Visual and intuitive
SolopreneursFreelancersStudentsStartups

Choose Ghost if you need...

  • +No revenue cut
  • +Clean writing experience
  • +Great SEO
  • +Self-host option
Content CreatorsSolopreneursFreelancers

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Trello or Ghost?

Ghost scores higher in our review (4.4/5 vs 4.3/5). However, Trello may be a better fit depending on your specific needs and budget.

Is Trello cheaper than Ghost?

Yes, Trello is cheaper at the Starter tier ($5/mo).

What is the difference between Trello and Ghost?

Trello focuses on drag-and-drop kanban boards and power-ups and integrations, while Ghost emphasizes newsletter publishing and membership and subscriptions. Trello is best for Solopreneurss, Freelancerss, Studentss, Startupss, while Ghost suits Content Creatorss, Solopreneurss, Freelancerss.

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