Visor
Optimized for Project planning and resource management
We’ve tried loads of tools and seen how Albato can transform project management. It automates the dull tasks, boosts communication, and syncs data. This leads to smoother projects and better teamwork.
After thorough testing and real-world use, we’ve put together a list of the top project management tools that work well with Albato. We checked each one for compatibility, features, and how it boosts project management workflows with Albato.
Pros | Cons |
Bi-directional Integrations | New users may find the software complex to navigate |
Offers real-time Live Dashboards | Limited Customization |
Allows direct updates to stakeholders from within the platform. | May not support as wide a range of third-party apps as some competitors |
We appreciate Visor for its robust project planning and resource management capabilities. The intuitive interface makes it easy to set up and manage complex projects, ensuring resources are allocated effectively and project timelines are met. The dynamic resource management tools help in optimizing team productivity and preventing bottlenecks.
The integration with other tools enhances the overall workflow, allowing seamless updates and coordination across platforms. Customizable views and comprehensive analytics provide valuable insights, aiding in better decision-making and project oversight.
Although there might be a bit of a learning curve, the powerful features and improved project visibility make Visor a great choice for teams looking to streamline their project management processes.
Pros | Cons |
All-in-One Platform | Limited Customization Options |
Intuitive User Interface | Higher Price Point |
Automated Administrative Tasks | Restricted Third-Party Integrations |
We appreciate Bonsai for its streamlined project management capabilities that are particularly beneficial for freelancers and small teams. Its integration of project management with client management and invoicing tools allows for a seamless workflow, ensuring that all project elements are well-organized and easily accessible. This consolidation helps in improving efficiency and reducing the time spent switching between different tools.
Another reason we find Bonsai appealing is its user-friendly interface that simplifies the management of projects, tasks, and client communication all in one platform. The tool’s ability to automate and customize invoicing and accept payments makes it not just a project management software but a comprehensive business management solution. This is especially useful for professionals who juggle multiple projects and clients, as it helps keep everything organized and accessible.
Pros | Cons |
Strong Integration with Zoho Ecosystem | Limited 24/7 Support |
Affordable Pricing | Basic Reporting Features |
User-Friendly Interface | Steeper Learning Curve for Non-Agile Teams |
We really like Zoho Sprints for its focus on Agile project management. It’s built with Scrum teams in mind, offering an intuitive platform to manage sprints, track progress, and stay on top of tasks. The simplicity in handling backlog management and sprint planning makes it a go-to tool for teams aiming for efficiency.
Another standout feature is its seamless integration with the Zoho ecosystem. This allows for a smooth connection with other business tools like Zoho CRM and Zoho Books, enhancing overall workflow. The platform’s customization options also let teams tailor it to fit their unique processes, making Zoho Sprints a flexible and practical choice for Agile teams.
Pros | Cons |
Road mapping functionalities | Steep learning curve |
Jira integration | Limited reporting |
Customization | Slow at times |
Aha! produce world leading software development tools that help businesses achieve their goals. The big selling point of Aha! is that users can choose from a comprehensive range of tools – meaning that whatever your project, budget and business size, Aha! will have suitable options for your company.
If you need to accurately plan a project through to completion, then Aha! Roadmaps could be the best choice for you. If you wish to collaborate suggestions from multiple stakeholders, then Aha! Ideas makes for an excellent option. Whilst the award winning Aha! Acadamy offers a wide range of professional training options.
Basically, there’s something here for everyone. You can even combine Aha! products to create a bespoke package for your business. In our expert opinion, Aha! is just about the most complete management tool you will find anywhere in the world.
Pros | Cons |
Pricing | Limited integrations |
Managing multiple projects | Setting up takes time |
Viewing work processes | Outdated design |
For full visualization of a project, Kanban Tool has the required features. From our experience with solutions like these, Kanban Tool has one of the best-looking interfaces out there. Offering real-time solutions on team collaboration helps businesses to better manage tasks including tracking deadlines. Accommodating to a range of business types, we can happily say it offers cloud and on-premise deployments.
Kanban Tool starts at $6/user/month and can be fully scaled up from there. We’re a fan of the feature allowing users to organize backlogged items requiring finishing as well as in-progress tasks and those that have been completed. It’s an especially useful feature as it allows each user to set heir own specific workflow for a customized interface. Allowing users to predict completion dates, Kanban Tool is ideal for companies with tight deadlines.
Pros | Cons |
Data import | Pricey |
Customization | Limited support |
Mass emailing | Limited free plan |
An affordable CRM, Insightly is an easy-to-use, intuitive solution that is flexible enough to scale up as the company using it grows. This scalability is, in our opinion, essential to improved workflow and productivity in small to mid-sized businesses. Insightly has a myriad of top features, including the ability to maintain customer cycles and providing additional care for clients via strong customer service modules.
Building and converting the sales pipeline is the name of the game here. We’ve found that the clear visuals are essential in aiding this endeavor. Powerful across a range of verticals, our experience shows Insightly to be the perfect option for adding companion products for marketing automation, customer service features, and more. Insightly allows businesses to make the software work for their needs, which is a great feature for smaller companies, or those who are more unique within the industry.
Pros | Cons |
Invoicing | Outdated UI |
Employee tracking | Occasional lagging |
Lots of integrations | Premium plan pricing |
A cloud-based time tracking solution, Time Doctor is used to monitor team productivity. We are happy to note that Time Doctor offers a range of top features for time tracking, such as web activity monitoring, payroll management, and more. The ability for users to enter the amount of time spent per project and billable versus non-billable hours, is a feature we considered invaluable to a range of contractors or freelancers.
Time Doctor offers various plans too, starting at a budget-friendly $7/user/month. Plans cover all features and even offers a mobile app for increased accessibility, which integrates with other solutions such as, Slack, Basecamp, and JIRA. Any size business will do well to implement Time Doctor. However, thanks to the screen monitoring feature reports with screenshot captures, we’ve found this a strong option for remote workers or hybrid teams.
Pros | Cons |
Onboarding | No templates |
Time tracking | Learning curve |
Team messaging |
A solid choice for all management needs, Zoho Projects is at the forefront when it comes to automating workflows and increasing team efficiency. Starting at $4/user/month, we’ve found that Zoho Projects is well worth it, offering businesses a vast array of functionalities. It’s a dynamic solution too, offering bespoke features such as industry-specific project templates as and when needed.
In our experience, Zoho Projects is one of the best solutions for launching projects. The interface is simple and intuitive with convenient List Views for simpler navigation. Visuals such as Gantt charts can be created, as can Reports for more detailed analysis. Finally, we found that it is fully integrated with in-house applications for smooth operation. All in all, Zoho Projects is a robust solution for teams in hybrid or remote settings.
Pros | Cons |
Easy cloud storage | Pricey |
Restoring deleted files | Search capabilities |
2GB Free plan | No edits from multiple users |
Offering file sharing and large file transfer capabilities, we’ve found Dropbox to be one of the easiest cloud storage solutions for companies and businesses of all sizes. It has a range of different scalability options, with flexible Standard and Advanced Team plans from just $20 per month, perfect for both growing or large businesses in need of file storage.
Companies can also get Dropbox Paper free with a Dropbox subscription. This offers teams the ability to manage and coordinate documents online. As a key benefit, we love the way that Dropbox integrates with other software tools such as Zoom, Slack, and Canva for efficient, streamlined work. We’ve found that it’s easy to use, and accessible via apps on any operating system.