Microsoft Planner Reviews

“Microsoft Planner

Pros

Microsoft Planner's simplicity in creating and tracking tasks, along with effective team interaction, makes it a valuable tool for understanding and monitoring processes efficiently.

Cons

Setup can be time-consuming, but the peace of mind afterward is worth it.

“Its's about keeping tasks in order

Pros

Customizing document templates and accessing a variety of templates within Microsoft Planner is a feature I appreciate.

Cons

Opening documents in software that does not support MS Publisher is difficult, with limited export options.

“Microsoft Planner - Review

Pros

The seamless integration of Microsoft Planner with Outlook simplifies weekly planning by allowing easy task scheduling. Its capability to set recurring tasks throughout the year adds further convenience.

Cons

There is no easy way to prevent tasks from starting on weekends, causing missed deadlines.

“By Far the Simplest and Most Effective Task Management Tool

Pros

Their ease of use and minimal distractions make it a preferred choice. Its integration with other Microsoft 365 products, collaborative features, and affordability make it suitable for both professional and personal use.

Cons

Lack of marketing makes it challenging to get other collaborators onboard.

“Microsoft planner for planning projects

Pros

It provides clear visibility of completed tasks, current assignees, and their interrelations, aiding in efficient task management.

Cons

There is only a limited number of timelines visible on the display.

“Love it for the Teams integration

Pros

Being in a Microsoft Office-centric company, I appreciate how Planner integrates into Teams, fostering great collaboration within our Microsoft environment.

Cons

I believe there is room for improvement, particularly in providing more viewing options to enhance its usefulness as a kanban tool.

“Plan and Manage with Microsoft Planner

Pros

Task Planning and Tracking seamlessly helps me manage projects simpler, integrating well with all Microsoft Apps, reflecting scheduling changes everywhere.

Cons

When I have multiple projects at once, it becomes challenging to manage them all. An update to address this issue would be greatly appreciated.

“Very effective task management tool by Microsoft.

Pros

Incorporating Microsoft Planner into our team management has significantly improved task monitoring. Its familiar MS interface, ease of use, and efficient task management capabilities contribute to enhanced team productivity.

Cons

It lacks the sandbox environment of other project management tools for brainstorming. Expanding on this aspect would be beneficial.

“Microsoft Planner - Greatest Dashboard Tool

Pros

Its best feature is seamless synchronization with other Office365 products, making it incredibly handy as it smoothly integrates with all available O365 tools.

Cons

It would be beneficial if alerts could be set up to remind me periodically, especially for tasks with deadlines.

“It is easy to use and very useful for daily work

Pros

it offers exceptional ease of use and accessibility.

Cons

I am pleased to see that the export options for tasks to files have been added in the latest version, which was not available before.

“Keeps me on track

Pros

I find myself adding and reviewing tasks on Planner multiple times a day, treating it like a to-do list to maintain focus and accountability.

Cons

Unlike Asana, where tasks are automatically added after typing them out, here you have to manually click "add task" after writing.

“Microsoft Planner! Start Here! Planning is essential in today's business & personal success!

Pros

Its ease of use, comprehensive features all in one place, sharing capabilities, and online accessibility make it indispensable for collaboration.

Cons

While I do enjoy using this planner I have another one that I integrate with and slightly prefer.

“Easy and user friendly

Pros

The key aspects of Planning, Notifications, and team member access are pivotal for our workflow.

Cons

It would be improved if user accesses were not restricted.

“Great personal planner

Pros

I employed this program as my go-to planner, maintaining a decent level of organization for my tasks and activities.

Cons

The interface did not quite click with me. There was something about it maybe the colors or layout that did not appeal to me. I found myself forgetting to use it and eventually switched to Notion. (Oops!)

“Microsoft planner

Pros

Its user-friendly interface makes scheduling and monitoring projects straightforward, enabling swift reporting and resolution of any issues encountered.

Cons

It is great for small projects, but adding special features for different fields would enhance its usefulness.

“first impressions

Pros

During the free trial, it proved to be a valuable tool for everyday scheduling needs.

Cons

Due to the limitations of the free trial, some features are restricted. Nonetheless, it is a useful tool for making purchasing decisions.

“microsoft planner

Pros

The variety of pre-set planner options and the simplicity of use once a group is set up streamline our planning process.

Cons

There are many features, but they are more than I need. However, I do not fault the app for that!

“Micsoft Planner has helped us become organised as a team

Pros

Planner greatly facilitates task management and follow-ups, alleviating previous struggles and enhancing team collaboration effortlessly.

Cons

We faced some challenges during implementation, but we managed to resolve technical issues in our environment with the help of YouTube tutorials.

“All-inclusive approach to planning

Pros

Microsoft Planner effectively consolidates essential project management functions, facilitating more efficient collaboration and development processes.

Cons

I have not encountered any negative experiences with Microsoft Planner, but there are other alternatives that might be more cost-effective.

“Good project management for large teams

Pros

Enabling multiple team members to work on projects seamlessly, it aids in task delegation, progress tracking, and maintaining clarity on remaining tasks.

Cons

A nicer-looking interface would be a plus. It does not affect functionality, but aesthetics matter when using it daily.