Project management · Head to head
Wrike vs Smartsheet: which is better?
Short answer
Smartsheet costs less in the first year ($600 vs $540 for 5 users). Pick Wrike for mid-size teams with complex workflows; pick Smartsheet for spreadsheet-style project and portfolio work.
| Fact | Wrike | Smartsheet | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Mid-size teams with complex workflows | Spreadsheet-style project and portfolio work | — |
| Free plan | Yes, Free plan | No | Wrike |
| Entry plan | Team: $10 / seat / mo | Pro: $9 / seat / mo | Smartsheet |
| Mid plan | Business: $25 / seat / mo | Business: $19 / seat / mo | Smartsheet |
| Top plan | Business: $25 / seat / mo | Business: $19 / seat / mo | Smartsheet |
| 1st year, 5 users | $600 | $540 | Smartsheet |
| 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 Smartsheet?
Smartsheet costs less in the first year ($600 vs $540 for 5 users).
| 1st year, 5 users | Wrike | Smartsheet |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $600 | $540 |
| Mid | $1,500 | $1,140 |
| Top | $1,500 | $1,140 |
Which has the better free plan, Wrike or Smartsheet?
Wrike: Yes, Free plan.
Should you pick Wrike or Smartsheet?
Pick Wrike if
- you want mid-size teams with complex workflows
- the free plan is enough (Free plan)
Pick Smartsheet if
- you want spreadsheet-style project and portfolio work
- you can pay $9 / seat / mo from day one
Sources
| Vendor page | URL | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Wrike pricing | wrike.com/price/ | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Smartsheet pricing | smartsheet.com/pricing | 27 Oct 2026 |
Prices in USD as published by each vendor, billed yearly where offered. How we compare