At a Glance
Ideal for
Software teams who value speed and want an opinionated, keyboard-driven issue tracker
Consider that
Opinionated workflows may not fit all teams
Typical cost: $8/mo
Best For
Software teams who value speed and want an opinionated, keyboard-driven issue tracker
Startup Offer
Free for small teams
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About Linear
Linear is a fast, streamlined issue tracker designed for high-velocity software teams. It's beloved for its keyboard shortcuts, speed, and opinionated workflows that just work.
Key Features
Lightning-fast interface
Keyboard-first design
Cycles and roadmaps
GitHub/GitLab integration
Automatic issue triaging
Slack integration
Things to Consider
Opinionated workflows may not fit all teams
Less flexible than some alternatives
Limited customization on free tier
Solves These Problems
I need a system to track tasks and projects
Work is scattered across Slack, email, and people's heads. You need a central place to track what needs to be done, who'...
I need to run agile sprints for product development
Your team ships when things are "ready" with no rhythm or predictability. You need sprint cycles to set expectations, cr...
I need to plan and communicate our product roadmap
You know what you're building next week, but not next quarter. Stakeholders, customers, and team need visibility into wh...
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Our Rating
4.2
Strong project-management solution. Software teams who value speed and want an opinionated, keyboard-driven issue tracker.
Reviewed Dec 2025 by our editorial team
PricingFreemium
Est. Monthly Cost$0-14/mo
CategoryProject Management, Developer Tools
Founded2019
Last UpdatedDec 2025
Free Tier
Includes: Up to 250 issues
Note: Limited integrations