FogBugz vs OpenProject in July 2026

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FogBugz

Project Management Software

4.2 47 user ratings

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90% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

OpenProject

Project Management Software

4.2 69 user ratings

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Overview

Description	FogBugz is a feature-rich, powerful project management tool that makes building products easy and efficient. By using the service, project managers can seamlessly use any workflow they desire, be it scrum, kanban, or scrumban. All of the agile methodologies are supported ensuring a quick and easy setup of the above workflows. Managing sprints and iterations is effortless with the tool as it has specific supporting features built into it. Filtering and sorting through a large list of issues is provided as well, making the search functionality a lot more efficient. Developers love FogBugz as their favourite coding mechanisms like code hosting, version control, and peer code reviews are built right into the tool itself. The software easily integrates with the most popular online tools including Google Drive, Github, Twitter, Facebook, and more. This makes managing tasks and connecting to other apps a lot easier, without worrying about the underlying processes. Read more	OpenProject as an advanced project management software offers a classic, agile and hybrid project management network. It aims to make users’ work simple, productive and pleasant. Admins can assign tasks to their teammates and communicate with them in one place. The software helps to deliver projects on time and make better iterations with development and methodology tools, like Scrum and Kanban. OpenProject, hosts a big community of open source enthusiasts, developers and businesses who help and support each other. Also, the platform assures the highest level of security and creates a protected environment for its users enabling full data ownership. Users get full freedom to run, share, study and modify their projects without limitations. Businesses can find professional support for their self-hosted projects over this platform. It reduces users’ burden by letting the experts do the hosting. Users can find work management solutions regarding various industries, including IT & Technology, Engineering, Healthcare, NGOs, Banking and Finance, etc. Read more
Pricing Options	Free Trial Available Offers Custom plan.	Free Trial Available Starts at $7.25. Offers Free-forever and Custom plan.
SW Score & Breakdown	81% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more 85% Reviews 60% Momentum 62% Popularity 63%	90% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more 97% Reviews 60% Momentum 60% Popularity 69%
SaaSworthy Awards	Not Available	# 7 Fastest Growing # 8 Fastest Growing

Features

Total Features	10 Features	17 Features
Common Features for All	Budget Management Analyzing financial information to ensure all operations are within budget Compliance Management Helps in making an assessment of risks, ensures policy comprehension and that policies/procedures are being followed Custom Workflows Facility to create workflows with custom stages, process, and status. Kanban Board To visualize the workflow of a project typically representing sticky notes on a white board Milestone Tracking They act as signposts through the course of your project, as they help to ensure that you're staying on track. Percent-Complete Tracking Percentage of work done on estimated items. Project Planning Project planning is a discipline for stating how to complete a project within a certain timeframe, usually with defined stages, and with designated resources. Project Templates It holds a bundle of built-in templates that can be customized and used in different projects Requirement Management Requirements management is the process of collecting, analyzing, refining, and prioritizing product requirements and then planning for their delivery. Resource Management Resource management is the process by which businesses manage their various resources effectively. Those resources can be intangible – people and time – and tangible – equipment, materials, and finances. Status Tracking Status Tracking refers to the management of projects, which includes but is not limited to measuring and reporting the status of milestones, tasks and activities Task Management Task management is the process of managing a task through its life cycle, including planning, testing, tracking, and reporting. Time & Expense Tracking Time and Expense is the process of recording and tracking hours worked and expenses as they relate to projects Timeline View Allows to plan and prioritize and visualize tasks in a GANTT chart like horizontal time-axis. + 6 More - Show Less	Budget Management Analyzing financial information to ensure all operations are within budget Compliance Management Helps in making an assessment of risks, ensures policy comprehension and that policies/procedures are being followed Custom Workflows Facility to create workflows with custom stages, process, and status. Kanban Board To visualize the workflow of a project typically representing sticky notes on a white board Milestone Tracking They act as signposts through the course of your project, as they help to ensure that you're staying on track. Percent-Complete Tracking Percentage of work done on estimated items. Project Planning Project planning is a discipline for stating how to complete a project within a certain timeframe, usually with defined stages, and with designated resources. Project Templates It holds a bundle of built-in templates that can be customized and used in different projects Requirement Management Requirements management is the process of collecting, analyzing, refining, and prioritizing product requirements and then planning for their delivery. Resource Management Resource management is the process by which businesses manage their various resources effectively. Those resources can be intangible – people and time – and tangible – equipment, materials, and finances. Status Tracking Status Tracking refers to the management of projects, which includes but is not limited to measuring and reporting the status of milestones, tasks and activities Task Management Task management is the process of managing a task through its life cycle, including planning, testing, tracking, and reporting. Time & Expense Tracking Time and Expense is the process of recording and tracking hours worked and expenses as they relate to projects Timeline View Allows to plan and prioritize and visualize tasks in a GANTT chart like horizontal time-axis. + 11 More - Show Less
Unique Features	Idea Management Facility to receive insights from internal and external stakeholders Issue Management Issue management is the process of identifying and resolving issues. Problems can be resource constraint, technical failures etc. Project Portfolio Management Strategically manages a collection of projects to align with an organization's overall goals.	Idea Management Facility to receive insights from internal and external stakeholders Issue Management Issue management is the process of identifying and resolving issues. Problems can be resource constraint, technical failures etc. Project Portfolio Management Strategically manages a collection of projects to align with an organization's overall goals.

Technical Details

Organization Types Supported	Individuals Freelancers Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business	Individuals Freelancers Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business
Platforms Supported	SaaS/Web/Cloud Installed - Mac	SaaS/Web/Cloud Installed - Mac
Modes of Support	Business Hours Online	Business Hours Online
API Support	NA	Available

Reviews & Ratings

User Rating	4.2/5 47 user ratings	4.2/5 69 user ratings
Rating Distribution	Excellent 42.6% Very Good 44.7% Average 8.5% Poor 2.1% Terrible 2.1%	Excellent 40.6% Very Good 43.5% Average 10.1% Poor 2.9% Terrible 2.9%
Review Summary	Not Available	Users appreciate OpenProject's robust features for project management, resource allocation, and collaboration, highlighting its user-friendly interface, customizable dashboards, and comprehensive reporting capabilities. It is praised for its flexibility and scalability, accommodating a wide range of project sizes and industries. However, some users mention occasional glitches and a learning curve for new users. Additionally, some users suggest improvements in mobile app functionality and integration with other tools. Overall, OpenProject is generally well-received for its powerful features, user-friendly design, and adaptability to diverse project needs.
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Pricing

Pricing Options	Free Trial Available Offers Custom plan.	Free Trial Available Starts at $7.25. Offers Free-forever and Custom plan.
Pricing Plans Monthly Plans Annual Plans	FogBugz Custom	Community Free Basic $7.25 $7.25 per user / month Professional $13.50 $13.50 per user / month Premium $19.50 $19.50 per user / month Corporate Custom
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