Microsoft Project vs. ProjectManager.com

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Microsoft Project
Score 7.7 out of 10
N/A
Microsoft Project is a project management software. It provides core PM functionality, including agile workflow support and resource management. Project can be deployed in the cloud or on-premise.
$10
per user/per month
ProjectManager.com
Score 8.5 out of 10
N/A
ProjectManager.com is a cloud-based project management software. Features include free file storage, client logins, unlimited projects and integration with Google Apps, Microsoft Word, Excel and Project.
$15
Per User per Month
Pricing
Microsoft ProjectProjectManager.com
Editions & Modules
Project Plan 1
$10
per user/per month
Project Plan 3
$30
per user/per month
Project Plan 5
$55
per user/per month
Personal
$15
Per User per Month
Team
$20
Per User per Month
Business
$25
Per User per Month
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Microsoft ProjectProjectManager.com
Free Trial
NoYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoYes
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup fee$15 per person
Additional Details
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Community Pulse
Microsoft ProjectProjectManager.com
Considered Both Products
Microsoft Project

No answer on this topic

ProjectManager.com
Chose ProjectManager.com
Before trialling ProjectManager.com I tended to use Microsoft Project for creating Gantt charts, and various other tools for different additional features of project management. I found Microsoft Project a little more straightforward to use at first, but possibly that's just …
Chose ProjectManager.com
ProjectManager.com is cheaper and easy to use. It is very dynamic and can be used for every aspect of project management, including project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and closing. It is accessible more easily than other software of its kind. It …
Chose ProjectManager.com
ProjectManager.com is widely used, web-based, quick, flexible, easy to use, multi-features project management tool that suites many types of projects and business lines.
Top Pros
Top Cons
Features
Microsoft ProjectProjectManager.com
Project Management
Comparison of Project Management features of Product A and Product B
Microsoft Project
7.4
107 Ratings
4% below category average
ProjectManager.com
8.3
7 Ratings
7% above category average
Task Management8.4106 Ratings9.27 Ratings
Resource Management8.1103 Ratings8.07 Ratings
Gantt Charts9.2103 Ratings8.37 Ratings
Scheduling8.9105 Ratings8.27 Ratings
Workflow Automation7.282 Ratings8.27 Ratings
Team Collaboration6.795 Ratings8.37 Ratings
Support for Agile Methodology6.079 Ratings8.66 Ratings
Support for Waterfall Methodology8.279 Ratings7.86 Ratings
Document Management6.176 Ratings8.35 Ratings
Email integration6.781 Ratings9.04 Ratings
Mobile Access6.566 Ratings8.34 Ratings
Timesheet Tracking7.872 Ratings7.33 Ratings
Change request and Case Management7.862 Ratings8.34 Ratings
Budget and Expense Management6.282 Ratings8.06 Ratings
Professional Services Automation
Comparison of Professional Services Automation features of Product A and Product B
Microsoft Project
7.3
76 Ratings
5% below category average
ProjectManager.com
7.8
3 Ratings
2% above category average
Quotes/estimates7.353 Ratings8.02 Ratings
Invoicing7.345 Ratings7.52 Ratings
Project & financial reporting7.973 Ratings8.33 Ratings
Integration with accounting software6.649 Ratings7.52 Ratings
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User Ratings
Microsoft ProjectProjectManager.com
Likelihood to Recommend
8.3
(107 ratings)
8.2
(7 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
10.0
(3 ratings)
3.0
(1 ratings)
Usability
8.0
(5 ratings)
6.0
(1 ratings)
Support Rating
8.2
(68 ratings)
5.0
(1 ratings)
Implementation Rating
5.0
(2 ratings)
5.0
(1 ratings)
User Testimonials
Microsoft ProjectProjectManager.com
Likelihood to Recommend
Microsoft
Microsoft Project is the perfect platform for medium and large companies. I do not recommend this software for small businesses, because all its functions in the work plans are high cost and this would cause the small business to not perform well in the use of MS Project in the long term. It is very easy to use software, it allows adding, modifying and eliminating all kinds of assignments and tasks for all employees, it allows monitoring the progress of all projects in real time and it also shows the gaps in the planned project. It has a very good performance, it does not take up many computer resources and all the information is stored in sync with the Office 365 service. It occasionally has crashing problems, but this is something that does not affect users as much.
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ProjectManager.com
Because I work with many people for whom Project Management is new, I wanted to use software that was user-friendly, fairly intuitive, and not filled with jargon. I like the fact I can use existing templates that (mostly) work for our needs, and I look forward to more things being added. They say support is 72 hours, but I’ve never waited for more than a few.
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Pros
Microsoft
  • It is part of Office365 subscription. The look and feel is similar to other tools like excel. Helps in creating project plans, Gantt charts, work break down structures etc.
  • Helps in resource allocation and tracking the projects. There is an option to use it to capture timesheets too.
  • Helps project managers in producing weekly status reports and integrates well with other collaboration tools like Skype, sharepoint etc.
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ProjectManager.com
  • Define the project plan and estimated schedule
  • Adding the project milestones and tasks
  • Assigning the human resources
  • Updating the project status
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Cons
Microsoft
  • Seems overly complicated for users sometimes in using Project and its functionalities
  • Hard to share files for those folks who do not have MS Project, and then have to print out for them
  • Can be confusing since it looks and feels like MS Excel
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ProjectManager.com
  • Creating the schedule is probably the most "difficult" function to get used to. Linking each scope to one another and using different dates for each day can get a little confusing as it is relatively easy to break the links if you were to change the dates. If you have a schedule for a job that is 2 months long; if you revise your schedule to include a date change, if the link is broken it will not update the rest of the dates and remaining scopes. So you would have to figure out where the link has been broken within the schedule, or go through and change the remaining dates by hand.
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Likelihood to Renew
Microsoft
I like using Microsoft Project. It simplifies building a schedule
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ProjectManager.com
ProjectManager.com had the full range of features that I needed to manage my projects effectively, but as a regular line manager (rather than a designated project manager) I personally don't think I actually need so many features. I could manage my own projects with a simpler product, so I would probably opt for a free or cheaper alternative in future. That's not a criticism of the product at all, just that it had more than I needed.
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Usability
Microsoft
Microsoft Project was for many years the reference tool when you were talking about project management software, even if it has some gaps. However, in the last several years, other tools emerged and covered those gaps and are getting more and more users. Microsoft needs to keep up with the trends as they did with adding Project Server. However, that needs a significant rework.
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ProjectManager.com
At first, the range of features can be a little overwhelming, particularly for users with more limited project management experience. However, there is good support information provided on how to use each different feature, so with a bit of care and attention a user should find it easy to learn how to use the software.
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Support Rating
Microsoft
I’m giving MS Project an 8 because in general this is a solid scheduling program. It’s definitely designed with the professional in mind, and they have done well preparing the program to integrate with their other Microsoft products. The program is a workhorse so if you have serious scheduling needs then I would highly recommend MS Project.
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ProjectManager.com
n/a (never contacted support)
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Implementation Rating
Microsoft
I wasn't part of it so I don't know
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ProjectManager.com
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Alternatives Considered
Microsoft
While many of the above tools are extremely well-versed, Microsoft Project's largest advantage comes from it being related to the largest business productivity company in the world. Project does have its sharing limitations - but regardless, offers one of the most robust tools in the market today. Microsoft Project is built with large-scale projects in mind but is more than up to the task for smaller projects as well. However, there are options available (especially cloud-based options) that may be more fitting for higher-level projects that do not require going into the weeds.
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ProjectManager.com
ProjectManager.com is less pricey and has all the features of all the other software, some of which are even better. In general, I like the interface and user experience of the product and it is really appealing to use. Easy to learn, fosters collaboration, and improves team communication.
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Return on Investment
Microsoft
  • Project saved me, as the project manager, countless hours of digging through tickets and schedules to plan everything out. It also saved me time in adjusting the project triangle as needed, since it does so much automatically.
  • It is costly, and since it requires extensive training to master, it's not just the high licensing cost that you need to take into account.
  • The reporting features - even just printing out Gantt charts - makes it far easier to communicate with stakeholders. That means less time for PMs doing all of this manually, and it means less follow-up questions and delays moving forward.
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ProjectManager.com
  • It's an extra addition to our workflow so can sometimes reduce efficiency.
  • No integration to our CRM.
  • People can forget to use it when the same team is in the office, it's sometimes easier just to talk.
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ScreenShots

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