Top 10 Gantt Chart Tools for 2024
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Published: 2024-06-06 21:00:00

What is a Gantt Chart and How to Use It
A Gantt chart is a project management tool designed to help organize and visualize personal or team projects.

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**The chart aids in visualization and allows you to:**

Establish the order of task completion,
Estimate time and workload for each team member,
Highlight priorities and relationships between different stages,
Identify critical points that directly impact the project.
For personal use, it is an excellent self-management tool, and for team work, it acts as a lifeline. It helps manage tasks efficiently, clearly delineates projects, and accounts for each team member's working hours.

For guidance on how to create a Gantt chart and what to consider during the process, check out this recommended article. It's a great starting point if you're new to the topic.

Now, addressing one of the most popular queries, "Where can I create a Gantt chart?" let's dive into a selection of services. We'll briefly overview their main features and visual execution.

## **WEEEK**
Traditionally, we'll start with our planner. It's a comprehensive remote office where you can collaborate with your team, plan tasks, monitor their progress, and create Gantt charts. If you need a universal program, this is the place to go.

Available Plans for Gantt Chart Creation
Gantt charts are available on all plans, including the free one. However, it’s more convenient to use the chart starting from the Lite plan, where you can create extended tasks (from $3.99 per month per user).


**Interface Features**
Displays task and subtask names on the sidebar and the chart itself
Completed tasks are crossed out on the chart and marked with checkmarks on the sidebar
The chart shows the completion time, task dependencies, constraints, and dates
Additionally, the sidebar displays task priority (by color) and the executor's avatar

**Capabilities**
Quickly create and format tasks both on the chart and the sidebar
Make tasks private
Add additional materials, comment on tasks, and view change history
Set dependencies between tasks, block one task until another is completed
Move the timeline directly on the chart
Scale the display of tasks by days, weeks, and months
Change a subtask's status to a main task's status
Sort by priority, date, type, and estimated time

**Limitations / Not Yet Available**
No separate visualization for milestones (key project stages)
Task progress is not displayed on the chart
Task coloring is not yet available
Tasks cannot be manually moved on the sidebar (new tasks are created at the bottom)
Days of the week are not indicated

## **Planfix**

Another versatile service for large teams and projects with the capability to build Gantt charts. Planfix offers a wide range of features.

**Available Plans for Gantt Chart Creation**
The free plan has limitations on the number of employees (up to five) and projects (up to 10). If you fit within these limits, you can create Gantt charts at no cost. The minimum paid plan starts at €3 per employee.


**Interface Features**
Displays task and subtask names on the chart and sidebar
On the chart: tasks in progress, completed tasks, overdue tasks (in different colors); dependencies between tasks, executor in First Name Last Name format, dates, and days of the week
On the sidebar: start date, end date, and task duration in days; priority (by color)

**Capabilities**
Edit start and end dates on the sidebar and chart
Filter tasks and manually move them on the sidebar
Set dependencies between tasks and assign statuses, but only in advanced editing
Scale task display in hours, days, weeks, and months
Set and manage milestones
Specify exact times for task execution (from and to) or the number of hours
Require result verification before marking a task as complete
Create summary tasks, where the duration of a specific task is automatically calculated based on the durations of its subtasks (a big plus for simplifying life)

**Limitations / Not Yet Available**
Cannot quickly edit task statuses
There's a separate "urgent" task status, but it doesn't display on the panel
The button to create a subtask is hard to find (hint: it's within the advanced task editing)
No clear distinction between tasks and subtasks on the sidebar
No display of task progress stages

## **Wrike**
A popular international planner for flexible project management, including a visually appealing Gantt chart. It is a simple and intuitive system.

**Available Plans for Gantt Chart Creation**
Gantt charts are available starting from the Team plan ($9.80 per user per month)/


**Interface Features**
Task and subtask names on the panel and chart
Task status: on the chart — by colors, on the panel — by label
On the chart: task dependencies, executor by name, dates and days of the week, milestones
On the panel: priority (low, medium, high); start date and due date

**Capabilities**
Create and format tasks on the sidebar
Set task dependencies (predecessor or successor)
Change dates or move the timeline directly on the chart
Scale the project by days, weeks, months, quarters, and years
Specify the number of days required to complete a task
Filter tasks by priority, date, or status on the sidebar, and manually rearrange them
View task change history
Prevent planning on weekends (a plus in my book)
Collapse the sidebar to fully appreciate the Gantt chart visualization
Add and manage milestones
Require result verification before marking a task as complete
Set privacy for guest users
Export and import in xlsx and pdf formats (useful for presentations)

**Limitations / Not Yet Available**
No option to set task start and end times
You can create tasks on the sidebar, but you can only edit dates and efficiency, not the text itself
Task progress is not displayed on the chart

## **ClickUp**
A task and project management platform with automation and real-time collaboration. It includes a mobile app that displays the Gantt chart, perfect for checking project progress even if you wake up in a cold sweat in the middle of the night.

**Available Plans for Gantt Chart Creation**
The free plan includes the Gantt chart feature. It allows up to 60 users in the workspace, but data storage is limited to 100 MB. If you need more storage, it costs $7 per person per month with annual payment.


**Interface Features**
Task and subtask names on the panel and chart
On the chart: deadlines, task dependencies, executor initials, dates with weekend display
On the panel: customizable elements based on user preferences

**Capabilities**
Create, move, and quickly edit tasks on the sidebar
Set task dependencies directly on the chart
Assign task statuses and milestones, but only in advanced editing
Scale task display by days, weeks, months, and years
Set specific task execution times (from and to) or the number of hours
Indicate task priority
Receive email notifications
Extensive sorting options
Snapshot feature for comparing and tracking progress or using in presentations
View the time gap until the next task (with dependency) or until the final task, indicated by markers on the chart
Limitations / Not Yet Available
Task priority is not displayed on the chart or sidebar
Milestones are also not displayed on the chart
Progress stages are visible only for the entire project

## **GanttPRO**
GanttPRO is a resource that allows extensive customization of Gantt charts, offering various settings, colors, statuses, filtering, and display options. It's a popular system supporting export from files in xlsx, csv, mpp formats, and from Jira.

**Available Plans for Gantt Chart Creation**
You can test the program for 14 days for free without any feature restrictions. After that, you need to switch to a paid plan. The simplest plan costs $7.99 per month and includes most features: Gantt chart creation, templates and their auto-filling, task linking, filtering, etc. However, even the minimal plan has some limitations.

**Interface Features**
Task and subtask names on the chart and sidebar
Executor in "First Name Last Name" format on the sidebar and initials on the chart
On the chart: deadlines and progress, task dependencies, milestones
On the sidebar: task status and priority. Parameters are provided by default. Display elements on the sidebar and chart can be flexibly customized.

**Capabilities**
Start and finish of the main task depend on subtasks, and their time frames can be adjusted on the chart
Task positions are automatically corrected when setting dependencies
Contrast highlighting of main tasks and subtasks on the chart
Chart scaling by years, quarters, months, weeks, days, and even hours
Mass formatting and task numbering
Set the lag time for the next task to start after the previous one ends or parallel dependent tasks
Set specific task execution times (from and to) or the number of hours
Choose task color and priority level (from lowest to highest)
Many filters available for task display
Quick parameter editing on the sidebar
Task progress is adjusted on the chart in %
Highlight overdue tasks with one click
Email notifications and export in pdf, png, xlsx, xml formats
The main perk — you can upload an Excel file or Google Sheet with a list of tasks and deadlines, and the service will automatically build a chart based on the document

**Limitations / Not Yet Available**
Days of the week are not displayed on the chart
Sorting is available either manually (dragging tasks) or cascaded — by date
Change history is available not for individual tasks but for the entire project

## **Team Gantt**
Another tool focused specifically on Gantt charts. It is somewhat simpler than the previous one and has a soft, user-friendly interface. It supports export in pdf, xlsx, csv, or png formats. If you intend to use Gantt charts as your primary tool, this is a good choice.

**Available Plans for Gantt Chart Creation**
The free plan allows you to create only one Gantt chart and connect up to three users, including the creator. There are also limitations on task formatting. The standard plan at $19 per month per user removes these limitations. Higher-tier plans offer additional features.


**Interface Features**
Deadlines and progress on the chart and sidebar
Executor in First Name Last Name format on the sidebar and chart
On the chart: task dependencies, milestones, dates, and days of the week
On the sidebar: task and subtask names

**Capabilities**
Hide completed tasks with a single click
Choose task colors and sort by them
Set time frames and dependencies directly on the chart
Adjust task progress on the sidebar and display it on the chart
View change history for specific tasks
Contrast separation of main tasks and subtasks on the chart and sidebar
Quick task parameter editing on the sidebar
Extensive task display filtering options
Time tracking and employee workload table (available only on the paid plan)
Email notifications and export in pdf, xlsx, csv formats

**Limitations / Not Yet Available**
No option to scale the project by months, days, and years
Can only create groups with subtasks; creating individual subtasks is not available
The mobile app does not have a project timeline view

## **Miro**
Miro is an endless interactive digital whiteboard, making it distinct from the other tools listed. It features a minimalist Gantt chart template. Though not the most automated service, it allows for highly detailed customization.

**Available Plans for Gantt Chart Creation**
Free up to three boards, with unlimited Gantt charts on those boards. However, the functionality is significantly limited, with few integrations with external services. The full feature package starts at $16 per month per user with annual payment.


**Interface Features (on the Template)**
Task names in the form of stickers
Start and finish of each task and subtask (beside or below the task itself)
Task dependencies and connections
Milestones with customizable formats
Task status (at the bottom of the sticker)

**Capabilities**
Wide range of color options for tasks, subtasks, arrows, fonts — almost everything
Flexible formats and sizes for various elements
Add and remove columns, rows, stickers, arrows — as per the plan
Set task status (new, in progress, completed)
Start and finish times on the sidebar or within the task card
Add links within the task card
Attach various files on the board — like stickers, photos
Multiple projects, diagrams, and mind maps can be anchored on one board
Import data from other project management systems (extended functionality only on paid plans) In essence, you can customize everything as you wish, but it requires manual effort.

**Limitations / Not Yet Available (and Unlikely to Be Added)**
No automation whatsoever
No time tracking or filtering
Dependencies are unavailable in the free and the cheapest plans
High-resolution board export for presentations only on paid plans
Email notifications only for changes made
No private mode

## **Smartsheet**
Smartsheet is a versatile project management tool that combines the familiarity of spreadsheets with powerful collaboration and project tracking features. It offers a robust Gantt chart functionality, making it a strong choice for managing complex projects.

**Available Plans for Gantt Chart Creation**
Smartsheet offers a 30-day free trial with access to all features. After the trial, the basic plan starts at $14 per month per user, which includes Gantt chart creation, task dependencies, and basic project management features. Higher-tier plans offer additional functionality, such as advanced reporting and resource management.

**Interface Features**
Task and subtask names on the chart and sidebar
Start and end dates of tasks and subtasks
Task dependencies and critical paths
Milestones with customizable markers
Task status and priority on the sidebar

**Capabilities**
Create and format tasks directly on the Gantt chart
Set dependencies between tasks with drag-and-drop functionality
Scale the Gantt chart by days, weeks, months, and quarters
Adjust task duration and timelines directly on the chart
Use conditional formatting to highlight tasks based on status or priority
Track task progress with percentage completion bars
Collaborate with team members in real-time with comments and attachments
Import and export project data in various formats, including xlsx, csv, and pdf
Use built-in templates for quick project setup
Integrate with other tools like Jira, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace

**Limitations / Not Yet Available**
Advanced resource management features are only available on higher-tier plans
Custom reporting options are limited in the basic plan
No offline mode; requires an internet connection to access and update projects
Limited customization options for task appearance on the free plan
Microsoft Excel
We'll conclude with an offline tool that has existed since ancient times, or at least before the advent of modern services. Back then, all algorithms were manually assembled, and even now, you can find numerous templates for creating Gantt charts in good old Excel.

## **Available Plans for Gantt Chart Creation**
For extensive features for large projects, you can use the paid MS Project. For simpler needs, regular Microsoft Excel is more than sufficient.


**Interface Features**
On the chart: goals and milestones, dates and days of the week
On the sidebar: names of main tasks and subtasks, start date of each task and subtask, number of days to complete, categories (task statuses), progress in %, executor's name

**Capabilities**
Add or remove columns and rows
Track time for tasks by days
Set start time and number of days for completion
Assign task statuses
Import data from other project management systems and export to some services

**Limitations / Not Yet Available and Unlikely to Be Added**
Minimal automation, dependent on the template and settings
Offline version doesn't support multiple users working simultaneously (but you can transfer everything to Google Sheets)
Attaching additional files is not available, but you can insert links

## Summary
When choosing a service, consider your specific needs. Some may prioritize versatility, while others value a variety of tools.

For multifunctional programs with Gantt, Kanban, task lists, and calendars, check out the first four services. They offer both free and paid options for teams of all sizes.
For a Gantt-focused tool with extensive features, go for GanttPRO or TeamGantt.
If you need a highly customizable service, Miro's interactive board is ideal.
If you need an offline tool, standard Microsoft Excel is a great choice.
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