Project Management Software
Hive
Flexible project management with a genuinely cheap entry tier for small teams.
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Last reviewed Jul 16, 2026 · Pricing verified Jul 16, 2026
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DEV-TOP · horizontalOur take
Best for small teams that want a cheap, flexible alternative to Asana/Monday with built-in chat — a reasonable "best for light project management" free tier per Hive's own framing, but check current add-on pricing since Hive sells several features as paid extras.
Choose this if...
- Small teams wanting kanban/Gantt/calendar views plus built-in chat in one tool
- Budget-conscious teams comparing cost against Asana/Monday/ClickUp
Look elsewhere if...
- You need enterprise-grade permission controls out of the box — those are Enterprise-tier only
- You want a tool without an add-on marketplace complicating the pricing
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Pricing
Verified Jul 16, 2026 against Hive's own pricing page.
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Key limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Free | 200MB storage, up to 10 workspace members, unlimited tasks/notes |
| Starter | 5 USD/mo | 3.33 USD/yr | Up to 10 workspace members, up to 10 projects, unlimited storage; annual rate is Hive's stated $40/user/yr converted to a monthly figure |
| Teams | 12 USD/mo | 8 USD/yr | Unlimited workspace members and projects; annual rate is Hive's stated $96/user/yr converted to a monthly figure |
| Enterprise | — | — | Custom quote; enhanced security/permissions, dedicated CSM, enterprise API |
Free tier reality
Free plan supports up to 10 workspace members with unlimited tasks/notes but only 200MB total storage — usable for light project management, tight for file-heavy teams.
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DEV-MID · rectanglePros
- Cheap entry-level paid tier relative to category leaders
- Built-in chat and email reduce the need for separate comms tools
- Multiple native views without needing paid view add-ons on higher tiers
Cons
- Smaller brand recognition and community than Asana/Monday/ClickUp
- Some functionality is sold as paid add-ons rather than included
- Free tier's 200MB storage cap is small
Key features
- Multiple project views (kanban, Gantt, calendar, table)
- Native chat and email inside the app
- Time tracking
- Automations and add-ons (paid add-on marketplace)
- Forms for intake workflows
Integrations
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Platforms
- web
- ios
- android
Regional fit
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- Global
Best for
Alternatives
Notion
Pick this instead if: Teams that want project tracking living alongside docs and knowledge bases
Asana
Pick this instead if: Marketing, ops, and cross-functional teams coordinating multi-step work
Trello
Pick this instead if: Individuals and small teams who want a visual to-do board with near-zero setup
Microsoft Planner
Pick this instead if: Organizations already standardized on Microsoft 365 and Teams
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Hive FAQ
Questions about this tool
Is Hive free?
Yes, there's a free tier. Free plan supports up to 10 workspace members with unlimited tasks/notes but only 200MB total storage — usable for light project management, tight for file-heavy teams.
How much does Hive cost?
Free. We verify pricing directly against Hive's own pricing page — see the pricing table above for the full breakdown of plans, and check the verified date before making a decision, since software pricing changes often.
Who is Hive best for?
Small teams wanting kanban/Gantt/calendar views plus built-in chat in one tool Budget-conscious teams comparing cost against Asana/Monday/ClickUp
Who should avoid Hive?
You need enterprise-grade permission controls out of the box — those are Enterprise-tier only You want a tool without an add-on marketplace complicating the pricing
Does Hive work well outside the US?
VERIFY regional payment and data-residency options.
What are the best alternatives to Hive?
Worth comparing: Notion, Asana, Trello, Microsoft Planner. See the Alternatives section above for why you might pick one of these instead.