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Simplify your project workflow with ProjectLibre. It is a cost-effective solution for all business sizes. Although it has a steeper learning curve compared to some commercial project management software, ProjectLibre offers unmatched flexibility and customization options. Overall, it is a solid option for managing your projects effectively.

ProjectLibre Specifications

Time Tracking

Task Management

Reporting

Budget Management

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What Is ProjectLibre?

Overview

ProjectLibre is an open-source project management software that provides an alternative to Microsoft Project. It offers a cloud-based project management solution called ProjectLibre Cloud and a desktop version called ProjectLibre open source.

ProjectLibre software simplifies project management by replacing Microsoft Project's complex features and design with a simple and intuitive interface. Its main features include cloud project management, role-based team access, and multi-user collaborations. 

What Is ProjectLibre Best For?

The key benefit of ProjectLibre project management software is that it provides free project management features. Users can create and manage project schedules, track tasks, allocate resources, and monitor progress. It also offers Gantt charts, network diagrams, and other visual tools that help users analyze and communicate project information effectively. 

ProjectLibre Pricing

ProjectLibre is a cost-free, open-source solution. Meanwhile, ProjectLibre Cloud is currently undergoing beta testing and will soon be offered on a subscription basis. You can receive ProjectLibre software cost details by clicking Get Pricing.

ProjectLibre Integrations

The vendor has not specified ProjectLibre project management software integrations with third-party applications. 

How Does ProjectLibre Work?

Follow these steps to navigate the dashboard and begin using the ProjectLibre project management software: 

  • Log in to your account or open the application based on what version you are using: ProjectLibre cloud or ProjectLibre open source 
  • Create a new project by clicking "New Project" or "Create Project," depending on your version 
  • Enter the project details such as name, start and end dates, and any other relevant information 
  • Add tasks to your project by clicking "New Task" or "Create Task" and entering the details such as name, duration, and dependencies 
  • Assign resources to your tasks by clicking "Resource" and selecting the appropriate resource from the list 
  • Set up the project schedule by clicking "Gantt Chart" and adjusting the task start and end dates as needed 
  • Monitor the progress of your project by tracking task completion and updating the schedule as necessary 
  • Generate reports by clicking "Reports" and selecting the type of report you want to generate 
  • Save and share your project by clicking on "Save" or "Export" and selecting the appropriate file format 
Watch a ProjectLibre Demo to learn more about the software's project management features.

Who Is ProjectLibre For?

ProjectLibre project management software suits businesses of various sizes. Small businesses, startups, and even enterprises with thousands of employees can use ProjectLibre as an alternative to Microsoft Project. It can handle complex schedules and provide visibility and control to multiple stakeholders.

The project management software fits organizations in industries, including the following sectors: 

  • Information technology (IT) 
  • Consulting 
  • Marketing 
  • Engineering 
  • Construction 
  • Manufacturing

Is ProjectLibre Right For You?

Businesses should consider ProjectLibre software if they are looking for a cost-effective solution that provides a wide range of project management features similar to Microsoft Project. The open-source version of the software is free to download and use and compatible with different operating systems, including Windows, Mac OS, and Linux. 

Among the key benefits of ProjectLibre is also its security and compliance protocols. ProjectLibre provides high security for its users through data encryption, password protection, and user permission settings. The software also complies with industry standards and regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2. 

We recommend reading ProjectLibre reviews to see what existing clients say about the software. Contact us at (661) 384-7070 for more information.

ProjectLibre Features

Teams can manage their projects in the cloud from any location or device. They can access important data, collaborate with team members, and manage projects remotely if they have a reliable browser and an internet connection.

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Using role-based access, administrators can assign privileges to users like project managers, team members, and clients. This feature not only assists teams in managing projects remotely but also provides a layer of data security.

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This tool allows users to manage multiple projects collaboratively. It provides global resource pools and portfolio dashboards and extends the features of the desktop version of the software.

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ProjectLibre Cloud can open existing MS Project files. It enables teams to migrate existing projects and continue working with the cloud interface without delays. It is important to note that these cloud-version features are still in beta testing. Companies can implement the open-source version for customized features. These include Gantt chart views, resource and work breakdown structure (RBS/WBS), network diagrams, resource histograms, and more.

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Pros and Cons of ProjectLibre

Pros

  • User-friendly interface simplifies project tracking and organization
  • Multi-platform support for both Windows and Linux users
  • Open-source desktop solution with extensive customization options
  • Offers robust Gantt chart functionalities for project scheduling
  • Free version available with all essential project management features

Cons

  • Some users experienced limited customer support for immediate assistance
  • Integration challenges with some other applications
  • The user interface can be difficult to navigate for large projects, according to a few software users

ProjectLibre Reviews

Overall Rating

4.4

36 Review(s)

Rating Distribution

5

star

(18)

4

star

(13)

3

star

(5)

2

star

1

star

January 2023

Free available project management tool

Yogendra

Chemicals

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

8

Pros

I am very pleased to find this free project management software. It offers most of the essential features and is easy to use and manage projects. There's even a portable version available.

Cons

Customizing the calendar is not possible at all, however on the other hand that option was available in the MS Project. Also the software doesn't perform well when dealing with a high number of tasks (more than 1000). The UI could be improved to enhance its aesthetic appeal. Additionally, I would like the addition of more features similar to MS Project.

October 2022

Not mature enough

Vincent

Telecommunications

Ease of use

4

Value for money

4

Customer Support

4

Functionality

6

Pros

It delivers results similar to Microsoft Project, and it's an open-source product.

Cons

The software lacks intuitiveness, and the user experience isn't as easy as expected.

September 2022

Good free Project Management Software

Frank

Information Technology and Services

Ease of use

10

Value for money

6

Customer Support

6

Functionality

8

Pros

The Gantt chart feature for scheduling work is really good.

Cons

When printing charts to PDF, there is no option or tool available to get an idea whether they fit properly on A4 pages.

February 2022

Great free alternative over paid options

Madelyne

Real Estate

Ease of use

9

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

9

Pros

It's user-friendly and has a short learning curve. You can customize work by resources, tasks and more. It also provides WBS, network and task usage views for the project. File management is convenient too.

Cons

While it functions well, the GUI resembles an outdated Windows 98 program.

June 2021

ProjectLibre A Powerful Free Alternative to Microsoft Project

David

Executive Office

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Pros

I used to be a Microsoft Project user for years, but I grew tired of the continuous price increases. Since we are a Microsoft 365 shop, we initially used Project as part of the suite. Eventually, it became a separate charge, and the prices kept going up. So we started searching for an alternative, and ProjectLibre turned out to be a perfect fit. It's like a free version of MS Project.

Cons

There are times, we face issues while importing MPP files. Although it usually works fine, there are instances where it messes up the time baseline.

April 2021

ProjectLibre does have it's short comings but nearly at par with other similar softwares.

Ysmael

Construction

Ease of use

9

Value for money

10

Customer Support

9

Functionality

10

Pros

What's truly amazing about this product is its multi-platform capability. You can install it on both Windows and Linux computers. I'm currently using ProjectLibre on a Linux computer, and it's the best alternative to Microsoft Project available in the market. Additionally, the printing capabilities are impressive. You can adjust the timeline scale and paper size formats, which is a fantastic feature for an open source product. Our company leans towards open source software, and we previously used TaskJuggler2.3.1, which was powerful but had its own learning curve issues.

Cons

I have been using this product consistently for several years now. I've noticed that a project header title is missing. However, I have managed by placing the project title in the footer line instead. Also it would be great if they could introduce more flexibility in changing the colors of the Gantt bars.

February 2021

Good alternative to Microsoft Project

Nicolas

Photography

Ease of use

7

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Pros

ProjectLibre is a complete offline project management software that has all the necessary features for planning and tracking a project. And the best part is, it's completely free.

Cons

The interface isn't as comprehensive as MS Project, which can be a bit disappointing for many. For example, adjusting the size of the Gantt view can be quite challenging.

July 2020

Organise Your Build

Divyang

Information Technology and Services

Ease of use

10

Value for money

8

Customer Support

8

Functionality

10

Pros

This tool offers an interesting way to schedule projects. It has numerous interesting features for the development team. It helps you keep track of your work and task durations, informing you about completed portions and what should have been done to deliver the product on time. The graphics are also quite attractive. You can easily shift the entire timeline if the project deadline is extended while maintaining the order of modules. One of the most useful features is that it automatically generates Gantt charts, workflow diagrams and other visualizations based on the details you provide during scheduling. It eventually saves a lot of time, especially for the management department.

Cons

Some features are difficult to locate since they are not properly categorized. However, with practice, I have become accustomed to finding them. Navigating through the workflow becomes confusing and challenging when dealing with very large project durations, especially if smaller modules are predominant.

February 2020

Projectlibre a good basic alternative

Anonymous

Not Specified

Ease of use

8

Value for money

8

Customer Support

8

Functionality

7

Pros

In my opinion, it's compatible with Microsoft Project, which is the most commonly used project tracking software. And the best part is, it's free! What more could you ask for?

Cons

Being a free product, ProjectLibre lacks the polished feel of professional software. It has crashed a few times, resulting in lost work.

February 2020

ProjectLibre Review

Tarun

Individual & Family Services

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

Pros

ProjectLibre is an excellent tool that replicates all the features of MS Project, allowing you to create project management plans.

Cons

I can confidently say that ProjectLibre has every feature that MS Project offers, and there isn't a single feature I dislike.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, ProjectLibre offers an API.