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Jira vs Wrike

Jira and Wrike are both popular project management tools, but they suit different teams. Jira is best for agile software development, engineering teams, while Wrike is best for agencies, professional services, marketing.

JiraWrike
CategoryAgile / software teamsWork management
Best forAgile software development, engineering teamsAgencies, professional services, marketing
PricingFree tier; paid per-user tiers scale with featuresFree tier; paid tiers add Gantt, resources, analytics
In one lineThe dominant issue-and-sprint tracker for software teams, with deep Scrum and Kanban boards, backlogs and reporting.A robust work-management platform with strong reporting, resource management and proofing for agencies and services.

The verdict

Choose Jira if your priority is agile software development, engineering teams; choose Wrike if it is agencies, professional services, marketing. Both are capable β€” the right pick depends on how your team actually works, so trial your shortlist on a real project.

The tools