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Teamwork vs Microsoft Planner

Teamwork and Microsoft Planner are both popular project management tools, but they suit different teams. Teamwork is best for agencies billing client work, while Microsoft Planner is best for microsoft 365 shops needing simple boards.

TeamworkMicrosoft Planner
CategoryClient services PMSimple / Microsoft 365
Best forAgencies billing client workMicrosoft 365 shops needing simple boards
PricingFree tier; paid tiers add time/billing, workloadIncluded with many Microsoft 365 plans
In one lineA work-management tool built with client services in mind β€” time tracking, billing and workloads included.A lightweight task-board tool bundled with Microsoft 365, good for simple team task tracking.

The verdict

Choose Teamwork if your priority is agencies billing client work; choose Microsoft Planner if it is microsoft 365 shops needing simple boards. Both are capable β€” the right pick depends on how your team actually works, so trial your shortlist on a real project.

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