Project management · Head to head
Wrike vs Asana: which is better?
Short answer
Wrike costs less in the first year ($600 vs $659.40 for 5 users). Pick Wrike for mid-size teams with complex workflows; pick Asana for cross-team work tracking.
| Fact | Wrike | Asana | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Mid-size teams with complex workflows | Cross-team work tracking | — |
| Free plan | Yes, Free plan | Yes, Personal plan | Tie |
| Entry plan | Team: $10 / seat / mo | Starter: $10.99 / seat / mo | Wrike |
| Mid plan | Business: $25 / seat / mo | Advanced: $24.99 / seat / mo | Asana |
| Top plan | Business: $25 / seat / mo | Advanced: $24.99 / seat / mo | Asana |
| 1st year, 5 users | $600 | $659.40 | Wrike |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web | Wrike |
Edge = the better published number or limit; we do not test the tools hands-on.
Which is cheaper, Wrike or Asana?
Wrike costs less in the first year ($600 vs $659.40 for 5 users).
| 1st year, 5 users | Wrike | Asana |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $600 | $659.40 |
| Mid | $1,500 | $1,499.40 |
| Top | $1,500 | $1,499.40 |
Which has the better free plan, Wrike or Asana?
Neither stands out: Wrike: Yes, Free plan; Asana: Yes, Personal plan.
Should you pick Wrike or Asana?
Pick Wrike if
- you want mid-size teams with complex workflows
- the free plan is enough (Free plan)
Pick Asana if
- you want cross-team work tracking
- the free plan is enough (Personal plan)
Sources
| Vendor page | URL | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Wrike pricing | wrike.com/price/ | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Asana pricing | asana.com/pricing | 27 Oct 2026 |
Prices in USD as published by each vendor, billed yearly where offered. How we compare