Asana costs $10.99/user/mo.
Thicket is $49/mo flat.
Asana is a powerful tool built for enterprise workflows. But if your team just needs project management that works without per-seat pricing, there's a simpler option.
Monthly Cost Comparison
Real costs at different team sizes. Asana Starter at $10.99/user/mo.
| Team Size | Asana Starter | Thicket Pro | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 users | $54.95/mo | $49/mo | $5.95/mo |
| 10 users | $109.90/mo | $49/mo | $60.90/mo |
| 20 users | $219.80/mo | $49/mo | $170.80/mo |
| 50 users | $549.50/mo | $49/mo | $500.50/mo |
Annual Savings
What a year of flat pricing looks like compared to Asana.
10 people
$731
saved per year
Asana: $1,319/yr vs Thicket: $588/yr
20 people
$2,050
saved per year
Asana: $2,638/yr vs Thicket: $588/yr
50 people
$6,006
saved per year
Asana: $6,594/yr vs Thicket: $588/yr
Feature Comparison
Honest breakdown. Where Asana wins, where Thicket wins.
| Feature | Asana | Thicket |
|---|---|---|
| Flat-rate pricing | ||
| Unlimited users (paid plan) | ||
| Project messages & chat | ||
| Task management | ||
| File sharing | ||
| Docs & knowledge base | ||
| Schedule/calendar | ||
| Custom fields | ||
| Workflow automation | ||
| Gantt/timeline view | ||
| Portfolio management | ||
| 200+ integrations | ||
| Simple setup (minutes) | ||
| Client-friendly interface |
Asana excels at enterprise workflow automation and integrations. Thicket excels at simplicity, communication, and predictable pricing.
The Honest Take
Choose Asana if you need advanced automation, custom fields, portfolio-level reporting, or deep integrations with tools like Salesforce and Jira. Asana is genuinely excellent for complex, cross-functional workflows at scale.
Choose Thicket if your team wants project management that's fast to learn, includes built-in communication, and doesn't charge more as you grow. If "simple tasks, messages, docs, and files per project" covers your needs, you'll save hundreds per year without losing what matters.
We built Thicket because most small teams don't use 80% of what enterprise tools offer, but they pay 100% of the price. If that sounds like your team, give us a try. If you genuinely need Asana's power features, use Asana. No hard feelings.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Asana cost for a 10-person team?
Asana Starter costs $10.99/user/month. For 10 people, that is $109.90/month or $1,318.80/year. Asana Advanced costs $24.99/user/month, which is $249.90/month for 10 people.
How is Thicket pricing different from Asana?
Thicket charges a flat rate of $49/month for unlimited users on the Pro plan. Whether you have 5 or 50 team members, the price stays the same. No per-seat math.
What features does Asana have that Thicket does not?
Asana offers advanced workflow automation, custom fields, portfolio management, Gantt-style timelines, and 200+ integrations. If you need enterprise-grade project workflows, Asana may be the better fit.
What does Thicket do better than Asana?
Thicket focuses on simplicity and communication. You get project-level messages, to-dos, docs, files, chat, and scheduling without the complexity. Teams get started in minutes, not days.
Can I invite clients to Thicket without extra cost?
Yes. Thicket Pro includes unlimited users. Invite clients, contractors, or stakeholders without increasing your bill. On Asana, every guest with edit access counts as a paid seat.
Does Thicket have a free plan?
Yes. Thicket Free includes 3 projects and 5 team members with no time limit. No credit card required.
Can I migrate from Asana to Thicket?
Our support team can help you set up your projects in Thicket. Direct import from Asana is on our roadmap.
Is Thicket good for large teams?
Thicket works best for small to mid-size teams (2-50 people) who value simplicity. If you need resource management, advanced reporting, or enterprise compliance features, Asana or similar tools may be a better fit.
Ready to stop paying per seat?
Start free with 3 projects and 5 team members. Upgrade to Pro for $49/mo flat.