Linear vs Asana (2026)
Linear is built for engineering. Asana is built for everyone. Pick based on your team composition.
Linear
8.6
Asana
8.4
| Feature | Linear Winner | Asana |
|---|---|---|
| 100+ integrations | No | Yes |
| Custom fields | No | Yes |
| Cycles & sprints | Yes | No |
| Git integrations | Yes | No |
| Goals & portfolios | No | Yes |
| Issue tracking | Yes | No |
| Project views | Yes | No |
| Roadmaps | Yes | No |
| Task management | No | Yes |
| Timeline view | No | Yes |
| Triage | Yes | No |
| Workflow builder | No | Yes |
| Starting Price | Free / $8/user/mo | Free / $10.99/user/mo |
| Sultan's Score | 8.6 | 8.4 |
The Sultan's Verdict
For software teams, Linear's speed and developer-focused design make it the clear winner. Asana is better for non-engineering teams managing broader projects.