Our Verdict
Based on ratings, features, pricing, and capabilities, Asana edges ahead in this comparison. Asana offers better value and broader platform support.
Feature
Smartsheet
Asana
Rating
No ratings
No ratings
Free Plan
Starting Price
$9/mo
$10.99/mo
Monthly Visits
20.0M
55.0M
API Support
Open Source
AI Capabilities
Mobile App
Desktop App
Browser Extension
Integrations
4 apps
5 apps
Team Size
ENTERPRISE
ENTERPRISE
Smartsheet Pros & Cons
Pros
- Familiar spreadsheet metaphor lowers adoption friction
- Scales well to large, complex programs
- Strong automation and reporting depth
Cons
- Can feel like a spreadsheet more than a modern PM tool
- Advanced features require real setup investment
- Per-user cost adds up for large rollouts
Asana Pros & Cons
Pros
- Flexible enough for many team types
- Strong reporting and portfolio-level views
- Clean, approachable interface
Cons
- Can get expensive as teams scale
- Advanced automation locked to higher tiers
- Notification volume can get noisy
Smartsheet Key Features
- Grid, Gantt, card & calendar views
- Automated workflows
- Cross-sheet formulas & reporting
- Forms for data collection
- Resource management
Asana Key Features
- List, board, timeline & calendar views
- Workflow automation rules
- Goals & portfolio tracking
- Workload management
- Forms for task intake