SimpleGantt at a glance
SimpleGantt is built for teams that want to plan projects without learning a complex project management platform. Instead of adding every possible feature, it focuses on:
- •Visual project timelines
- •Easy task management
- •Dependencies
- •Milestones
- •Clear project status
- •Fast onboarding
The goal is simple: create your first project in minutes and keep your team on schedule.
Instagantt at a glance
Instagantt is a dedicated Gantt chart platform with a strong focus on advanced planning capabilities. It includes features such as critical path analysis, workload management, portfolio dashboards, AI-assisted project generation, Asana synchronization, baselines, custom fields, and multiple project views.
It is particularly well suited to organizations that require more advanced scheduling and resource management.
The biggest difference
SimpleGantt
Built around one philosophy:
“Keep project planning simple.”
Most small teams don't need dozens of project views or advanced scheduling algorithms — they need a clear timeline everyone can understand.
Instagantt
Designed for teams that want advanced Gantt planning. Besides timelines, it includes:
- •Critical path analysis
- •Portfolio dashboards
- •Workload planning
- •Resource allocation
- •Baselines
- •AI-generated project plans
- •Asana integration
For all its advanced scheduling, workload planning and AI-generated tasks, Instagantt has no automatic project status — confirmed in hands-on testing. You get a detailed chart with no answer to the question the chart is supposed to help you answer.
Pricing comparison
SimpleGantt
- ✓Free plan
- ✓Fixed monthly subscription
- ✓Unlimited users on Premium
- ✓No per-user pricing
Instagantt
- •Free trial
- •Individual plan starts at $10/month (annual billing)
- •Team plan starts at $20/month and includes 3 collaborators
- •Additional collaborators billed separately on the Team plan
Which tool should you choose?
Choose SimpleGantt if you want:
- ✅An intuitive interface
- ✅Fast onboarding
- ✅Visual project planning
- ✅Fixed pricing
- ✅Unlimited users
- ✅A lightweight tool for small teams
Choose Instagantt if you want:
- ✅Critical path analysis
- ✅Workload management
- ✅Resource planning
- ✅Portfolio dashboards
- ✅Asana integration
- ✅AI-assisted project planning
- ✅Advanced scheduling features
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Simple Gantt an alternative to Instagantt?
Yes. Both tools help teams plan projects using Gantt charts. Simple Gantt focuses on simplicity and ease of use, while Instagantt provides a broader set of advanced planning and resource management features.
Which tool is easier to learn?
Simple Gantt is designed to minimize setup and learning time. Instagantt offers more advanced planning functionality, which may be a better fit for teams managing larger or more complex projects.
Which is better for small teams?
If your team primarily needs to create project timelines, assign tasks, and monitor progress without unnecessary complexity, Simple Gantt is a strong choice. If your projects require resource allocation, workload balancing, critical path analysis, or deep Asana integration, Instagantt may be the better fit.
Does Instagantt tell you if a project is at risk?
No — confirmed in hands-on testing, there's no project status feature of any kind. Simple Gantt computes On Track, At Risk or Delayed automatically from the schedule.
Can I export my plan from SimpleGantt?
Not yet — no CSV, PDF or PNG export today. Instagantt supports image and PDF export. It's on our roadmap.
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