Trello vs HubSpot

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
HubSpot

All-in-one CRM platform for marketing, sales, and service

4.5 / 5From $15/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanTrelloHubSpot
FreeYesYes
Starter$5/mo$15/mo
Pro$10/mo$90/mo
EnterpriseCustomCustom

Trello is cheaper at the Starter tier ($5/mo vs $15/mo).

Feature Matrix

FeatureTrelloHubSpot
Drag-and-drop kanban boardsYes-
Power-Ups and integrationsYes-
Automations via ButlerYes-
Timeline and Calendar viewsYes-
Templates libraryYes-
Contact and deal management-Yes
Email marketing-Yes
Marketing automation-Yes
Live chat and helpdesk-Yes
Reporting dashboards-Yes

When to Choose Each

Choose Trello if you need...

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

Choose HubSpot if you need...

  • +Best free CRM available
  • +Unified platform across hubs
  • +Excellent onboarding resources
StartupsSalespeopleMarketersAgencies

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Trello or HubSpot?

HubSpot scores higher in our review (4.5/5 vs 4.3/5). However, Trello may be a better fit depending on your specific needs and budget.

Is Trello cheaper than HubSpot?

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

What is the difference between Trello and HubSpot?

Trello focuses on drag-and-drop kanban boards and power-ups and integrations, while HubSpot emphasizes contact and deal management and email marketing. Trello is best for Solopreneurss, Freelancerss, Studentss, Startupss, while HubSpot suits Startupss, Salespeoples, Marketerss, Agenciess.

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