Linear (Standard) alternatives
Killing ~$8-14/user/mo (~$96/yr) — here are 2 verified escapes, honest trade-offs included.
the answer medium migration
Plane · Free / self-host free ⭐ 58.1K stars Linear-style issue tracking with cycles, modules and a clean modern UI.
you stop paying ~$8-14/user/mo → keep ~$96/yr
head-to-head
| Linear (Standard) | Plane | |
|---|---|---|
| price | ~$8-14/user/mo | Free / self-host free |
| self-hostable | no | yes |
| license | proprietary | AGPL-3.0 |
| verified | — | 2026-08 |
| migration | — | medium effort |
free & open source (2)
Free / self-host free
Linear-style issue tracking with cycles, modules and a clean modern UI.
trade-offs: Heavier self-host footprint (multiple services)
github →faq
What is the best free alternative to Linear (Standard)?
Plane is the top free option — Linear-style issue tracking with cycles, modules and a clean modern UI.
How much can I save by switching from Linear (Standard)?
Linear (Standard) costs ~$8-14/user/mo, so switching to a free alternative saves roughly $96/year per seat.
Can Linear (Standard) be self-hosted?
Yes — Plane and Taiga can be self-hosted for free.