Linear
Issue tracking built for software teams.
Linear is issue and project tracking for people who ship software. Issues, projects, cycles, and a deliberately small interface are the product. It is not trying to be a document suite.
The Free plan includes unlimited members, two teams, and 250 issues. Basic is listed at $10 per user per month and Business at $16, both billed yearly, on Linear’s pricing page as checked on October 15, 2026. The page does not publish the monthly rate.
Use Linear when the backlog is the source of truth for an engineering group. Use a docs tool when the work is writing, and a general tracker when the team is not building software.
Pros
- Fast issue tracking with cycles, projects, and a keyboard-first interface
- The Free plan covers a small workspace up to 250 issues
- Shaped for software work rather than a generic task list
Cons
- A poor fit if you need a wiki, CRM, or broad company OS in the same product
- The public pricing page shows yearly prices; confirm monthly cost at checkout
- Private teams and guest accounts sit on the Business plan
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What is Linear?
Linear is project tracking for product and engineering teams, with a free plan and paid Basic and Business tiers.
How much does Linear cost?
Linear is listed as freemium. Starting price: Free. Paid plans from $10 per user/month, billed yearly (Basic). Those figures were checked on October 15, 2026.
What alternatives does StackFinds list for Linear?
StackFinds lists ClickUp and monday.com as alternatives. Comparison pages repeat only the fields on those listings.
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