Zoho Projects

Zoho Projects is a comprehensive, value-focused project management tool part of the extensive Zoho ecosystem. It offers a full feature set including Gantt charts, task automation with Blueprint, time tracking with timesheets, issue tracking, and built-in chat. Its integration with other Zoho apps (CRM, Books, Sprints) is seamless. Pricing is competitive with a free plan for up to 3 users and low-cost paid tiers.

It ranks as a strong contender for small to midsize businesses, especially those already using Zoho apps, offering a robust, affordable alternative to more expensive platforms with a surprisingly deep array of planning and collaboration tools.