The ClickUp Alternative
That Gets Out of Your Way
Thicket is the ClickUp alternative that focuses on getting work done, not configuring the tool. One workspace for tasks, docs, messages, and chat. No complexity tax.
$49/month flat. Unlimited users. No per-seat fees.
Free plan. No card required. Includes a 30-day Pro trial.
How Much Does ClickUp Cost?
ClickUp has a free plan, then charges per user, per month. Paid plans are billed per seat, so the bill grows every time you add a teammate, client, or contractor.
Free Forever
$0
Personal use, with limits on key features
Unlimited
$10/user/mo
$7/user/mo billed annually
Business
$19/user/mo
$12/user/mo billed annually
Thicket replaces per-seat pricing with one flat rate: $49/mo for unlimited users.
A 10-person team pays $49 instead of $100–$190/mo; a 20-person team still pays $49, not $200–$380/mo. See the full pricing.
ClickUp Does Everything. That's the Problem.
ClickUp has 100+ features, custom views, automations, and settings for everything. For power users, that's great. For teams that just want to manage projects, it's overwhelming.
Everything Your Team Needs. Nothing It Doesn't.
One workspace with tasks, docs, messages, files, schedule, and activity. Your team can start using it today without a training session.
A single project view in Thicket, with everything in one place and no configuration needed.
Thicket vs. ClickUp, feature by feature
Thicket covers the features most teams actually use, for one flat price.
| Feature | Thicket | ClickUp | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Task management | |||
| Documents & docs | |||
| Team messaging | |||
| File sharing | |||
| Client/guest access | Free in Thicket, extra seats in ClickUp | ||
| Group chat & DMs | |||
| Schedule & calendar | |||
| Automatic check-ins | Recurring prompts that collect team answers | ||
| Flat pricing (no per-user fees) | |||
| Setup in under 10 minutes |
All Your Projects, One View
No folders-within-folders-within-spaces. Thicket shows all your projects in a clean grid with status, members, and recent activity. Find what you need in seconds.
- See project status and team at a glance
- Pin important projects to the top
- No nested hierarchy to navigate
The Math Is Simple
ClickUp charges $10/user/month (Unlimited) or $19/user/month (Business). Thicket is $49/month flat, no matter how many people you add.
| Team Size | Thicket Pro | ClickUp Unlimited$10/user/mo, billed monthly | ClickUp Business$19/user/mo, billed monthly | You Savevs Business |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 users | $49/mo | $50/mo | $95/mo | $46/mo |
| 10 users | $49/mo | $100/mo | $190/mo | $141/mo |
| 20 users | $49/mo | $200/mo | $380/mo | $331/mo |
| 50 users | $49/mo | $500/mo | $950/mo | $901/mo |
$151/mo
saved vs ClickUp Unlimited at 20 users
$331/mo
saved vs ClickUp Business at 20 users
$901/mo
saved vs ClickUp Business at 50 users
ClickUp Unlimited is $10/user/month and Business is $19/user/month, billed monthly, as of 2026. Thicket Pro is $49/mo regardless of billing cycle.
Tasks Without the Bloat
Create tasks, assign them, set due dates, and track progress, in the same project as your messages, docs, and files.
- Assign tasks to team members instantly
- Due dates, assignees, and progress tracking
- Works on desktop and mobile
Why Teams Switch from ClickUp
The same reasons keep coming up.
Switch from ClickUp in minutes
Start with the free plan or jump straight to Pro. Your team will be organized by the end of the day.
Free plan. No card required. Includes a 30-day Pro trial.
$49/month flat: unlimited users, no per-seat fees
30-day free trial of Pro, no credit card required
Tasks, docs, messages, chat, and scheduling included
Set up your workspace in under 10 minutes
Common Questions About Switching
Is Thicket really a full replacement for ClickUp?
For most teams, yes. Thicket covers project management, tasks, documents, team messaging, group chat, scheduling, and client access. If you use ClickUp for tasks, docs, and team coordination and wish it were simpler, Thicket is built for you.
How much does ClickUp cost?
ClickUp has a free plan, then charges per user, per month: Unlimited is $10/user (billed monthly, or $7 billed annually) and Business is $19/user ($12 annually). There's also an Enterprise tier with custom pricing. Because it's per seat, the bill grows with every person you add. Thicket is $49/month flat for unlimited users.
How much does Thicket cost compared to ClickUp?
Thicket Pro is $49/month flat for unlimited users. ClickUp charges $10/user/month on their Unlimited plan or $19/user/month on Business. A 10-person team on ClickUp Unlimited costs $100/month. On Thicket, it costs $49/month. A 20-person team on ClickUp Unlimited costs $200/month. On Thicket, still $49/month.
Does Thicket have a free plan?
Yes. The Free plan includes 1 project, 20 people (clients included), and 1GB storage. No credit card required. The Pro plan at $49/month gives you unlimited everything with a 30-day free trial.
Does Thicket support team messaging like ClickUp Chat?
Yes. Every project in Thicket has a built-in message board for team discussions, and Thicket also includes group chat and direct messages. No need for a separate chat tool or add-on.
Can I invite clients or contractors without extra cost?
Yes. Thicket Pro includes unlimited users: team members, clients, and contractors all included. No guest fees, no per-seat charges.
Ready for project management that just works?
Free plan available. Pro is $49/mo flat with unlimited users. No credit card needed to start.