Smartsheet

Smartsheet combines the familiarity of a spreadsheet with robust project management features like Gantt charts, card views, and calendars. It is designed for users who prefer grid-based planning but need automation, reporting, and collaboration tools. Core features include resource management, proofing, forms for data collection, and data integration via Connectors. Its Control Center helps manage portfolios at scale.

Targeted at business professionals and IT, it uses per-user pricing with no free plan but offers a trial. It earns its place for empowering spreadsheet-literate teams to manage complex projects without a steep learning curve, offering serious power behind a simple interface.