Scoro Alternative That’s Simple, Affordable & Powerful
Scoro is powerful but complex and expensive. SmartTask offers an intuitive Scoro alternative with built-in CRM, budgeting, billing, dashboards, and unlimited guests.
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Why modern teams look for a Scoro alternative
Missing critical features
Software is missing some fundamental features (e.g. the ability to print or export reports, and more) that are critical to agency management.
Expensive — Not Ideal for Small Teams
It is certainly not cheap for a small and medium company. And to get most of the gist in using Scoro, most companies would probably need a higher plan.
Un-intuitive, User experience could be better
Every single time i want to add something i have to browse through the entire menu to find it. It should be a lot more intuitive.
Needlessly complicated
You have to be properly trained to use it correctly. Since it has many different functions and pages, I found it difficult to navigate
Its slow, affects efficiency
Scoro is sometimes slow, particularly when opening a project with a lot of details. This has affected the efficiency of the team.
Why Choose SmartTask?
SmartTask offers ease of use with powerful features specifically built for client work. Faster time to value
Affordable Business plan – $11 per user/month
Expensive – Performance plan costs $49 per user/month
Scoro is geared towards mid-size and enterprise teams, with pricing from $28 to $50 per user/month
Affordable Business plan – $11 per user/month
SmartTask provides full features at a reasonable price. No mandatory large contracts or hidden fees
Intuitive and User-friendly
Complex and Steep learning curve
With so many modules and settings, Scoro can be overwhelming. Configuring integrations is challenging
Intuitive and User-friendly
Known for its intuitive, user-friendly interface. Offers powerful features including subtasks, dependencies, contact attachments
Powerful Time Tracking and Billing capabilities
Advanced Time & Billing Locked in High Tiers
Scoro offers time tracking, timesheets, and billing tools only in higher plans (Pro at $71/user)
Powerful Time Tracking and Billing capabilities
Timesheets, billable time and rates are available at project and global level on paid plans and not homed under expensive Enterprise tier
Customizable Dashboards
Limited Dashboard Customization
Scoro provides reports and dashboards, but they have limited flexibility for customization. Exporting data too is limited
Customizable Dashboards
SmartTask lets you slice and dice your data however you need. Create custom dashboard reports with flexible filters, chart types, and grouping options.
You can even embed external tools (e.g. Google Sheets, BI charts) for a single view of all metrics.
Robust Agile & Timeline Support
Limited Agile Features
Scoro supports basic Kanban boards, but it lacks specialized Agile project features like Scrum boards or sprint management out-of-the-box
Robust Agile & Timeline Support
Use Kanban boards with a sprint mode alongside Gantt/Timeline view in the same project. This flexibility supports both agile and traditional workflows in one tool.
Built for SMBs and Agencies
Built for Enterprise, Not SMBs
High costs, complexity, and even paid onboarding (up to $3,999 extra) make Scoro better suited for large organizations.
Client collaboration is gated: a client portal is only available in the top-tier plan
Built for SMBs and Agencies
SmartTask is built with small teams in mind. It’s flexible and easy to use, without unnecessary complexity or rigid processes that hinder your workflow.
You get top-notch support and onboarding included – no extra fees.
Add unlimited clients or contractors for free
FEATURE BY FEATURE
Compare Scoro and SmartTask
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Platform | Scoro | SmartTask |
Capterra | 4.2/5 | 4.5/5 |
G2 | 4.2/5 | 4.5/5 |
Trust Radius | 4.2/5 | 4.5/5 |
Make managing projects a breeze with SmartTask
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Scoro -
Unintuitive User Experience
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Steep learning curve and configuration overhead for small team
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Limited Views
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No free client access (client portal only in highest tier)
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Onboarding assistance costs extra
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Simple Yet Powerful
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Unlimited free guest users (Clients & Contractors)
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Global Team chat and Discussions
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Powerful Project Views
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Customizable Dashboards
Only one of these options was custom-built for client work
Scoro, on the other hand, was built with big enterprises in mind – with complex features, add-ons, and a price tag only large companies can justify.
Wait, can I really manage ALL my client work in SmartTask?
That’s exactly what SmartTask was designed for. From project management and time tracking to billing, and budget forecasting—it’s all seamlessly integrated. Need to handle complex scheduling and resource allocation? We’ve got you covered. And of course, you can add an unlimited number of clients with full visibility into their projects.
I like the fact that SmartTask is intuitive and offers various views and reporting functionality. I tried Trello before and felt too limited. SmartTask has changed that!
Does SmartTask offer a plan tailored for marketing and creative teams?
Yes! Unlike tools that offer one-size-fits-all plans, SmartTask is built with client service and creative teams in mind. Our features support fast-paced collaboration and campaign tracking – without the complexity or hidden pricing. You get templates for common marketing workflows, visual task boards, proofing tools, and more, all included in the plan you choose (no paid add-ons required).
SmartTask is by far the best project management system I’ve used. It brings my entire team together, ensuring everyone stays in the loop. The connectivity is a game-changer.
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