5 Best EU Alternatives to Trello in 2026

Looking for a Trello alternative? You're not alone.

Many teams are exploring options that prioritize data sovereignty and GDPR compliance. Others want features that fit their workflow better. Whatever your reason, here are five European options worth checking out.

MeisterTask (Germany)

MeisterTask is Germany's take on intuitive project management. Built around Kanban boards, it offers time tracking, automation, and more.

• Built on Kanban boards with time tracking and automation.
• Fully GDPR compliant and hosted in the EU.
• Integrates with MindMeister for mind mapping.

Considerations: While MeisterTask excels in data protection, migrating from Trello might take some manual effort. And, it doesn't include some of Trello's Power-Ups.

Pricing: Freemium model. Check the MeisterTask product page for the latest pricing.

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Wekan (Finland)

Wekan offers an open-source alternative with full data ownership through self-hosting. It's free.

• Open source and self-hosted, so you own everything.
• Strong community support for continuous development.
• REST API for integration with other tools.

Considerations: Migration from Trello is hands-on, and Wekan has fewer integrations.

Pricing: Free. Visit the Wekan product page for more details.

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Kanboard (France)

Kanboard is a minimalist, open-source project management tool that puts simplicity first.

• Self-hosted with no tracking, ensuring privacy.
• Simple and lightweight with essential features.
• Open source, allowing for custom modifications.

Considerations: Like others, migration may require manual data transfer. Also, it lacks the range of integrations found in Trello.

Pricing: Free. Explore more on the Kanboard product page.

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Zenkit (Germany)

Zenkit is a versatile platform offering multiple views like Kanban, table, and calendar. It's designed with privacy and flexibility in mind.

• Offers diverse views including mind mapping and calendar.
• GDPR compliant with data hosted in Germany.
• Custom fields for tailored project management.

Considerations: Migration from Trello isn't automated, and some Trello Power-Ups are missing here.

Pricing: Freemium. Check the Zenkit product page for current rates.

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Freedcamp (Netherlands)

Freedcamp brings a rich feature set with a generous free tier, making it great for budget-conscious teams.

• Includes task lists, Kanban boards, and Gantt charts.
• Offers time tracking for monitoring productivity.
• Unlimited users and projects on the free tier.

Considerations: Manual effort needed for migration, and it lacks some Trello integrations.

Pricing: Freemium. Visit the Freedcamp product page for more info.

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Comparison Table

Choosing the Right Fit

My pick for most teams: MeisterTask. It strikes the best balance between polish, features, and GDPR compliance. The interface feels familiar if you're coming from Trello, and the German hosting gives you genuine data sovereignty.

If open-source is non-negotiable, go with Wekan or Kanboard. You get full control, but you'll need to handle hosting yourself. That's either a feature or a burden depending on your team.

For teams that outgrow simple Kanban, Zenkit is worth a look. The multiple view options (table, calendar, mind map) give you flexibility that Trello can't match. And if budget is the main constraint, Freedcamp offers a surprisingly capable free tier.

The Honest Truth About Switching

Let's be real: none of these alternatives fully replaces Trello's ecosystem. Trello's Power-Ups marketplace has hundreds of integrations built over a decade. The EU alternatives are catching up, but if you rely heavily on specific Power-Ups (Slack, Google Drive, etc.), check compatibility before committing.

That said, most teams don't use Power-Ups at all. If you're a basic Kanban user, switching is straightforward.

Migration Tips

• Plan for 1-2 days: Manual data transfer is the norm here. None of these have one-click Trello import.
• Don't migrate everything: Use this as a chance to clean house. Old boards don't need to come along.
• Try before you commit: Every option here has a free tier. Test with a real project before migrating the whole team.

Ready to explore more? Visit our Project Management category for detailed insights and updates on these tools.

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