Our verdict
Linear's difference is not the number of features but how fast every step is: opening, switching, filing. Its default workflow fits product teams well without a two-week configuration project. Use it as a general project management tool and you will be disappointed — it serves the rhythm of software teams.
Points forts
- Excellent responsiveness and keyboard-driven UX
- Sensible defaults, almost no configuration
- Smooth GitHub and Slack integration
Points faibles
- Not suited to non-engineering process management
- Reporting and time tracking are thin
- Advanced automation needs a paid plan
Overview
What is Linear?
Issue tracking rebuilt around speed, keyboard shortcuts and clean cycles.
What is Linear used for?
Who it suits
Product engineering teams working in two-week cycles
- Product engineering teams of ten or more
- Engineering organisations that care about developer experience
- Startups that find Jira too heavy
Key features
File issues and change status with almost no mouse
Cycles roll automatically, the roadmap groups by project
Merging a PR closes the issue and branch names link automatically
Stays smooth even with large issue volumes
Use cases
- #1
Issue and defect management for engineering teams
- #2
Running two-week cycles and release cadence
- #3
Turning customer feedback straight into scheduled issues
How to get started
Sign up with email or Google on Web. The free tier starts right away — no card needed.
Skip the full import at first. Build one minimal example to check the model fits how you work.
Use it for a week, then see where the limit bites: seats, quotas, or permissions your workflow needs.
Pricing
| Plan | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Product engineering teams working in two-week cycles | Free |
| Team | Teams and permissions | Team $8/user/mo |
| Enterprise | SSO, audit log, priority support | Contact sales |
Compared with alternatives
| Tool | Score | Free tier | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LinearThis | 4.8 | Yes | Team $8/user/mo | Product engineering team… |
| Cursor | 4.8 | Yes | Pro $20/mo | Engineers writing code e… |
| GitHub Copilot | 4.5 | — | free for students | Mid-size and large engin… |
Alternatives
FAQ
Is there a free plan?
Is it reachable from mainland China?
Are the UI and docs in Chinese?
Which platforms does Linear support?
What are the best Linear alternatives?
Can I export my data?
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