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Linear
Free · $8/mo · ranked #7 of 21
★ 4.8 / 5 · 1.9k user reviews
· Capterra + App Store, cross-referenced · display-only, not part of the SoftwareScore
72
SoftwareScore · ranked #7
A blazing-fast, keyboard-driven issue tracker beloved by software teams, opinionated and clean, with excellent cycles and roadmaps.
Value (price vs capability) 6
Ease of use 8
Power & automation 8
Collaboration 8
Views & planning 7
Cross-platform & capture 8
Data ownership / export 5
Linear pros and cons
Pros
- Blazing-fast, keyboard-first interface
- Stable, performant database
- Clean cycles and roadmaps
Cons
- Built for software teams, not general personal use
- No calendar or time-blocking view
Best for solo builders and software teams who want speed and keyboard control.
Skip it if you want a general-purpose planner or a calendar view.
On the SoftwareScore, Linear is strongest on Ease of use (8/10) and weakest on Data ownership / export (5/10). That's what drives its 72/100.
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