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Jira vs Things

Jira and Things are both Productivity tools in our directory. This side-by-side comparison covers pricing, user ratings, supported platforms, key features and open-source status so you can decide which one fits your needs.

Side-by-side comparison

AttributeJiraThings
VendorAtlassianCultured Code
Rating★ 4.3★ 4.8
PricingFreemiumPaid
PlatformsWebmacOS, iOS, watchOS
Key featuresWorkflows, Boards, EnterpriseToday / Upcoming, Apple-native, No AI religion
HeadquartersSydney, AustraliaStuttgart, Germany
Founded20022009
Open sourceNoNo

Key differences

  • Things has a higher user rating (4.8★ vs 4.3★).
  • Jira is Freemium, while Things is Paid.
  • Jira runs on Web; Things runs on macOS, iOS, watchOS.

Frequently asked questions

Is Jira or Things better?

By user rating, Things scores higher (4.8★ vs 4.3★). Both are capable Productivity tools, so review the feature comparison for your use case.

Which is cheaper, Jira or Things?

Jira is Freemium and Things is Paid. Check each product page for current plan details.

Are Jira and Things open source?

No — neither Jira nor Things is open source.

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