ClickUp review (2026): features, pros and cons, pricing
All-in-one work management platform with tasks, docs, whiteboards and AI credits, sold per user with a free tier.
Verdict at a glance
ClickUp is an all-in-one work management platform with tasks, docs, whiteboards and AI credits, sold per user with a free tier. It suits small and mid-size teams that want one flexible tool and are comfortable setting up custom fields and automations.
Pros
- Very flexible way to organize tasks.
- Broad feature set in one place.
Cons
- Steep learning curve for beginners.
- Some features restricted on lower plans.
- Slow loading and unintuitive interface for some.
What is ClickUp?
All-in-one work management platform with tasks, docs, whiteboards and AI credits, sold per user with a free tier. It is built for small and mid-size teams that want one flexible tool replacing several apps and teams that need a free plan with unlimited members. ClickUp was founded in 2017 and is based in San Diego, US.
Category: Project Management Software
ClickUp key features
| Feature | What we found |
|---|---|
| Workflow automation | 1K automations/month on Core, 10K on Business (pricing page) |
| Time tracking and budgets | Timesheets listed from Business plan. |
ClickUp pricing
ClickUp prices per user per month. Free Forever has unlimited members and 500 AI credits per workspace. Core is $9 billed annually (regular $12) with 1K automations a month. Business is $17 billed annually (regular $25) with Google SSO, timesheets and 10K automations. Enterprise is contact sales, and Max is $100 billed annually (regular $120). Monthly prices for the current plans are not listed, and legacy Unlimited and Business plans still appear on the page. AI Super Credits are $10 per 10,000. Guest seats are capped per paid user, and you can cancel anytime.
| Plan | Price | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Forever | $0 | user/month | Unlimited members; 500 AI credits per workspace |
| Core | $9 billed annually (regular $12) | user/month | 1K automations/month; 1K AI credits per user |
| Business | $17 billed annually (regular $25) | user/month | Google SSO, timesheets, 10K automations/month |
| Enterprise | Contact sales | SAML SSO, SCIM, audit trails, regional data hosting | |
| Max | $100 billed annually (regular $120) | user/month | Enterprise features plus highest AI usage; contact sales |
Pricing page showed two versions (current Free/Core/Business/Enterprise/Max, and a legacy Unlimited $7 annual / $10 monthly and Business $12 annual / $19 monthly). Monthly prices for the current plans were not listed.
Who ClickUp is best for
Best for
- Small and mid-size teams that want one flexible tool replacing several apps.
- Teams that need a free plan with unlimited members.
- Teams comfortable configuring custom fields and automations.
Not ideal for
- Companies needing SAML SSO or SCIM without an Enterprise contract.
- Teams wanting a simple tool with little setup (G2 complaints mention a steep learning curve)
ClickUp alternatives
AsanaCross-functional teams that want timelines and unlimited automations from the Starter tier.
monday.comSmall and mid-size teams that want customizable boards and many automations.
WrikeMid-size teams running cross-functional projects with approvals.
SmartsheetTeams used to spreadsheets who want structured project tracking.
TrelloSmall teams that want a visual Kanban board with minimal setup.
NotionStartups and small teams combining wiki and project tracking.
What ClickUp really costs
- Per seat per month
- $17 on Business billed annually (regular price $25)
- Billing
- Monthly and annual.
- Annual discount
- Listed annual price is $17 vs $25 regular for Business; monthly prices of current plans not published.
- 20 users per year
- 20 x $17 x 12 = $4,080/year at listed annual price ($6,000 at the $25 regular price)
- Recent price change
- Legacy plans (Unlimited $7/Business $12 annual) replaced by Core $9/Business $17 on the pricing page; date not published.
Add-ons and extras to budget for
- AI Super Credits $10 per 10,000 credits.
- Certified Agents (custom)
- ClickUp Assist 2 hours/month expert time (price not listed)
Questions to ask about price
- Is there a minimum number of seats or a minimum annual spend?
- How much can the price rise at renewal, and is the increase capped in the contract?
- Are there one-time costs for implementation, onboarding or data migration?
Is ClickUp worth the price?
ClickUp is good value for small and mid-size teams that want one flexible tool in place of several apps, and for anyone who can live on the free plan with unlimited members. At 20 users on Business, the listed annual price comes to $4,080 per year, or $6,000 at the $25 regular price. It gets expensive when you need SAML, SCIM or audit trails, which require an Enterprise contract, and when AI use burns through credits.
Worth it if
- Small and mid-size teams that want one flexible tool replacing several apps.
- Teams that need a free plan with unlimited members.
- Teams comfortable configuring custom fields and automations.
Look elsewhere if
- Companies needing SAML SSO or SCIM without an Enterprise contract.
- Teams wanting a simple tool with little setup (G2 complaints mention a steep learning curve)
Cheaper per seat than ClickUp
- Trello$5 on Standard (annual), $6 monthly; Premium $10 annual.
- Notion$10 on Plus (annual); $20 on Business, which is the first plan with SAML SSO.
- monday.com$12 per seat/month billed annually (Standard, 3 seats minimum); $19 on Pro for time tracking.
Pricing details most reviews leave out
- SAML, Okta and Microsoft SSO, SCIM and audit trails need Enterprise; Business only has Google SSO.
- Pricing shows a promotional annual price next to a higher regular price ($17 vs $25 Business)
- AI usage is metered: pooled credits per user, extra 10,000 credits cost $10.
- Enterprise can choose US, EU (Ireland) or Asia Pacific data hosting at no extra cost.
- Guest seats are capped per paid user (Business: 5 per paid user, 10 for a 1-user workspace)
ClickUp compared
Our verdict on ClickUp
ClickUp is an all-in-one work management platform sold per user with a free plan that has unlimited members. Core is listed at $9 per user per month billed annually, against a regular $12, and Business is $17 against a regular $25. Two prices appear side by side, so treat the lower annual figure as a promotional rate and ask what renews at.
The bill grows in places beyond seats. AI is metered, with pooled credits per user and extra 10,000 credits costing $10. SAML, SCIM and audit trails need Enterprise, and Business only gets Google SSO. G2 shows 4.6 from 13,158 reviews, with praise for flexibility and a steep learning curve as the common complaint.
ClickUp FAQ
What is ClickUp used for?
ClickUp is an all-in-one work management platform with tasks, docs, whiteboards and AI credits, sold per user with a free tier. It suits small and mid-size teams that want one flexible tool and are comfortable setting up custom fields and automations. It suits small and mid-size teams that want one flexible tool replacing several apps.
Does ClickUp have a free plan?
Yes. Free Forever includes unlimited members and 500 AI credits per workspace. Paid plans start at $9 per user per month billed annually.
How much does ClickUp cost for 20 users?
On Business at the listed annual price of $17, 20 users cost $4,080 per year. At the $25 regular price it is $6,000.
How much do ClickUp AI credits cost?
AI usage is metered with pooled credits per user. Extra AI Super Credits are $10 per 10,000 credits.
About ClickUp
- Founded
- 2017.
- Headquarters
- San Diego, US.
Listed in: Project Management Software
Sources
Every fact on this page comes from ClickUp's own pricing, product or documentation pages, G2 and company records, checked on October 24, 2026. Unknown values are left out instead of estimated.