Linear Review 2026: Is It Worth It?

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8.1 /10
Phil Collective Score
Confidence: 0.85

What Is Linear?

Fast, keyboard-driven issue tracker designed for modern software teams. Known for exceptional UX, speed, and opinionated workflows. Growing fast among startups and dev teams.

Founded2019
HQSan Francisco, CA
Deploymentcloud
CategoryDev Focused
Free TrialYes
Free PlanYes

Linear Pricing

Plus
Custom
Contact sales
Free
$0
per monthly / seat
Standard
$8
per monthly / seat

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Linear Features

Feature Available Notes
AI features ✗
Automations ✗
Goals/OKRs ✗ Projects with targets
Reporting/dashboards ✗
Resource management ✗
Workload management ✗
Guest access ✗
Real-time collaboration ✗
Custom fields ✗
File storage ✗
Forms ✗
Mobile app ✗
Templates ✗
Time tracking ✗
API access ✗
Integrations marketplace ✗
Calendar view ✗
Gantt charts ✗
Kanban boards ✗
Timeline view ✗ Project timelines

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