Jira vs Linear
Side-by-side feature comparison and pricing breakdown.
Issue tracking
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Sprint/cycle management
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Roadmap views Jira requires Premium plan for Advanced Roadmaps
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Custom workflows Linear is more opinionated with less customization
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GitHub/GitLab integration
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Keyboard shortcuts Linear is keyboard-first
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Performance/speed Jira is noticeably slower
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Custom fields
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Time tracking Jira has add-ons; Linear doesn't support time tracking
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Self-hosted option
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Pricing
$8.15/mo
$8/mo Freemium
Save 2% — Similar pricing at ~$8/user/mo, but Linear includes features that are paid add-ons in Jira
Verdict
Linear is the better choice for software teams that value speed and simplicity. Jira offers more customization for complex enterprise workflows, but Linear's focused approach means your team actually enjoys using the tool instead of fighting it.
Best for: Software development teams that want fast, opinionated project tracking without configuration overhead
Last updated: 2026-03-01