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Best Shortcut alternatives — pricing compared
The best Shortcut alternatives are Jira, Linear, and ClickUp — here's how their published pricing compares. The cheapest paid entry point among them is Jira at $7.91 per user/month.
3 Shortcut alternatives compared
Each "cheapest paid tier" below is the lowest paid monthly (or annual-equivalent) price the competitor publishes on its own pricing page. Custom-quote and usage-based add-ons aren't included; click any tool for its full per-tier breakdown.
Why teams look past Shortcut
- Jira — Jira's self-serve cloud pricing is straightforward at small team sizes, but annual tiering and Atlassian Guard/Enterprise needs change larger invoices.
- Linear — Linear has simple per-member pricing for Basic and Business, with Enterprise adding security and admin controls.
- ClickUp — ClickUp competes on breadth and relatively low self-serve prices, but storage, permissions, AI, and enterprise governance affect the real plan.
Compare against Shortcut itself
Before you switch, price Shortcut on the same terms. The full breakdown has every tier, hidden fee, and per-seat math.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jira cheaper than Shortcut?
Yes — Jira's cheapest paid tier is $7.91, below Shortcut's cheapest paid tier at $10. Confirm seat counts and add-ons before switching.
What is the best free alternative to Shortcut?
Jira publishes a free tier, making it the best no-cost starting point among Shortcut alternatives on this page. Check its usage limits before committing.
Which Shortcut alternative should I compare first?
Buyers evaluating Shortcut most often shortlist Jira, Linear, ClickUp. Each links to a full per-tier pricing breakdown with hidden fees.