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Based on 9 reviews and ratings
5 Ratings
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Based on 5 reviews and ratings
Feature Set Ratings
- Backlog ranks higher in 1 feature set: Project Management
Project Management
9.4
Backlog
94%

6.6
RationalPlan
66%
Backlog ranks higher in 8/11 features
Backlog ranks higher in 8/11 features
Task Management
10.0
100%
2 Ratings

7.3
73%
4 Ratings
Gantt Charts
9.0
90%
2 Ratings

7.3
73%
4 Ratings
Scheduling
9.9
99%
2 Ratings

6.4
64%
4 Ratings
Team Collaboration
9.9
99%
2 Ratings

7.3
73%
1 Rating
Support for Waterfall Methodology
7.9
79%
2 Ratings

7.3
73%
2 Ratings
Document Management
9.0
90%
2 Ratings

3.6
36%
3 Ratings
Email integration
9.9
99%
2 Ratings

6.4
64%
3 Ratings
Mobile Access
9.9
99%
2 Ratings

9.1
91%
1 Rating
Resource Management
N/A
0 Ratings

6.8
68%
4 Ratings
Timesheet Tracking
N/A
0 Ratings

4.5
45%
1 Rating
Budget and Expense Management
N/A
0 Ratings

6.4
64%
3 Ratings
Professional Services Automation
Backlog
Feature Set Not Supported
N/A

4.5
RationalPlan
45%
RationalPlan ranks higher in 1/1 features
RationalPlan ranks higher in 1/1 features
Invoicing
N/A
0 Ratings

4.5
45%
1 Rating
Attribute Ratings
- Backlog is rated higher in 2 areas: Likelihood to Recommend, Support Rating
Likelihood to Recommend
9.9
Backlog
99%
2 Ratings

7.7
RationalPlan
77%
4 Ratings
Support Rating
8.0
Backlog
80%
2 Ratings

7.7
RationalPlan
77%
4 Ratings
Likelihood to Recommend
Backlog
The user interface is very good. It is more intuitive in nature. It is easy to use and robust in operation. The dashboard is designed on modernized UI and the interface is also intuitive. I can easily navigate things on my own.
Software Engineering Manager
Third Bridge Group LimitedInformation Services, 501-1000 employees
RationalPlan
Appropriate as a great alternative to MS Project. RationalPlan provides most of the features needed to develop and maintain mid-level complex schedules.Less Appropriate for large complex schedules of long duration. These can be a challenge due to Duration at top-level. It is also a challenge to generate reports for management - reporting feature is limited.

Verified User
Project Manager in Information Technology
Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering Company, 51-200 employeesPros
Backlog
- Gantt chart
- Github support
RPA Consultant
Self employedInformation Technology and Services, 11-50 employees
RationalPlan
- Portfolio view is great to get a feel for how your programme is running at a glance and which areas possibly might require attention. The fact that you can customise your view by adding your own columns is another plus.
- All project information in one tool is a big plus for me considering the amount of projects we run with. This really improves efficiency and saves me time. You have the ability to add documents to tasks, manage risks, email resources tasks due for projects they are assigned to(might need some refinement depending on your requirements), material db with costing etc.
Operations Project Management
VodacomTelecommunications, 5001-10,000 employees
Cons
Backlog
- The biggest drawback that I want Backlog to fix as soon as possible is that is does not provide any place to explain the problem or bug virtually.
- There is a need for a tab or space to attach screenshot or video to easily explain the bug or problem in the project.
Software Engineering Manager
Third Bridge Group LimitedInformation Services, 501-1000 employees
RationalPlan
- Milestones should be a primary option instead of 0h to create one.
Chief Architect
About Objects, Inc.Computer Software, 51-200 employees
Pricing Details
Backlog
General
Free Trial
Yes
Free/Freemium Version
Yes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
—Backlog Editions & Modules
—
Additional Pricing Details
—RationalPlan
General
Free Trial
Yes
Free/Freemium Version
Yes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
Yes
Entry-level set up fee?
Optional
Starting Price
$0 Lifetime License per Seat
RationalPlan Editions & Modules
On-premise Edition
Single | $87 USD1 |
---|---|
Multi | $149 USD1 |
Server | $560 USD1 |
Stakeholder | $49 USD1 |
- Lifetime License per Seat
SaaS Edition
Beginner | $41 |
---|---|
Master | $121 |
Production | $191 |
Free | $0 |
- per user
- none
Additional Pricing Details
—Support Rating
Backlog
Backlog 8.0
Based on 2 answers
I would give 9 but one less because of the high price.
RPA Consultant
Self employedInformation Technology and Services, 11-50 employees
RationalPlan
RationalPlan 7.7
Based on 4 answers
I had to ask for support once and got a response immediately.

Verified User
Engineer in Research & Development
Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering Company, 201-500 employeesAlternatives Considered
Backlog
Backlog has all of the top-notch features to increase productivity, visibility, and project tracking. Backlog is easy to use. I first just logged in to the platform and it was [ready] to go. I easily started working on it and it started giving me the bugs’ details on our project. Always available for queries. Listen to the queries very attentively and try to give a solution on the go if applicable. Otherwise, take some time and respond with the advanced workable solution in the limited time frame.
Software Engineering Manager
Third Bridge Group LimitedInformation Services, 501-1000 employees
RationalPlan
RationalPlan is cost-effective and allows most users to prepare and manage their schedule. The software lacks comprehensive reporting and duration changes at the top level of a project.

Verified User
Project Manager in Information Technology
Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering Company, 51-200 employeesReturn on Investment
Backlog
- Software interns get easily used to this tool.
- One who works in the SDLC gets recognized and it's easy to track rank board.
RPA Consultant
Self employedInformation Technology and Services, 11-50 employees
RationalPlan
- Helps explain the target schedule and resource estimates for cost of the project
Chief Architect
About Objects, Inc.Computer Software, 51-200 employees