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Microsoft Project is a simple, yet powerful tool to manage work from quick projects to more complex initiatives.

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Pros:

As a Microsoft tools it has a great integration with other MS solution as name above, but it’s hard to integrate with externals apps.

Cons:

Simple error in typing the dates or days of activities can lead to complications if not caught immediately.

Microsoft Project ratings

Average score

Ease of Use
4.1
Customer Service
4.1
Features
4.4
Value for Money
4.1

Likelihood to recommend

8.3/ 10

Microsoft Project has an overall rating of 4.4 out 5 stars based on 2,005 user reviews on Capterra.

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Thomas
Thomas
MGR Technical Training in US
Verified LinkedIn User
Information Technology & Services, 10,000+ Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Carrying out projects effectively

5.0 2 months ago

Comments: This tool has been very useful for me when working on a project, as it allows me to create an activity schedule for the tasks to be performed throughout the project, ensuring control and information management. It also allows me to work professionally and without errors.

Pros:

I enjoy using Microsoft Project because it has helped me manage projects in my work area, whether with planning, organizing, or tracking the tasks that need to be completed within the project. Additionally, Microsoft Project allows me to create a task schedule, manage resources, analyze costs, and view detailed reports.

Cons:

What I don’t like about Microsoft Project is that it’s very complex to learn because it has multiple options that aren’t easy to grasp.

Avinash
Technical support engineer in India
Information Technology & Services, 5,001–10,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Project handling

5.0 2 months ago New

Comments: It helps us to import real time data and making audit reports and managing team details, roasters. Helps in making task timeline easily.

Pros:

1. Extremely effective and user oriented product. 2. Simple and intuitive GUI with amazing integration options. 3. Help to make management and audit purpose super easy.

Cons:

1. The understanding of logics are quite odd. 2. Issues with large file uploading and not really helpful in graphics. 3. We cannot use it for small purposes as it will be overwhelming for those.

Dr. Rüdiger
Head of Research and Development in Germany
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

A useful tool for planning a single project (installed version) with severe limitations in the online version

2.0 3 months ago

Comments: MS Project is a reasonably matured software that works well as long as you plan only one project. I could not make it combine several project files into one plan. The online version is - at least for me - not an option to be considered for planning a project.

Pros:

Microsoft Project (in the version that you install on your computer) is a tool that has been around for a long time, and therefore has a number of sophisticated features and menus that many more modern tools don't offer.

Cons:

At least in theory, MS Project can link several separate projects from different locations. In theory, I did not manage to get this link done, but rather my application crashed. The reason can be that I did something wrong and that other users can make this work, in that case I would say it is not intuitive and has pitfalls. A MAJOR weakness of MS Project in the online version is that I could not make MS Project display the name of a task in the Gantt chard next to or within the displayed bar. Our project plans consist of a huge number - in some cases more than a hundred - hierarchical tasks where many of them are linked to predecessors so we end up with a complicated plan of a huge number of bars in the Gantt chart that are connected by many arrows. However, without seeing the name of the task next to the bar, the user has to move his eyes to the far left of the monitor to read the text and learn what the bar means. If your eye accidentally skips a row while doing this, you get confused. I believe that because of that (and many other features that are missing compared to the installed version of MS Project) the online version of MS Project - at least for my purposes - is useless.

Pathan
Project and Program Consultant in India
Architecture & Planning, 10,000+ Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

MSP - Project Gantt chart

5.0 2 months ago

Comments: My overall experience with Microsoft Project has been positive. It offers powerful tools for managing large-scale projects effectively. Its detailed planning features and robust resource management make it ideal for complex projects.

Pros:

its ability to organize complex projects with clarity, from timelines to resource allocation. Its Gantt chart visualization makes tracking progress intuitive and efficient. Plus, its integration with other Microsoft tools ensures seamless collaboration.

Cons:

The interface feels outdated, and navigating complex projects can sometimes feel clunky. Additionally, it lacks the flexibility and ease of use found in some modern project management tools.

Sneha
Program Manager in India
Oil & Energy, 10,000+ Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Comprehensive tool for project management

4.0 2 months ago New

Comments: Perfect tool for the visualization of large projects with detailed schedules and timelines.It supports integration with a variety of MS tools like teams and SharePoint

Pros:

Use it, particularly for the breakdown of a project for more granularity of the project details . MS project allows to create timelines,set milestones, and allot activities to the right member of the team using the inbuilt charts and also allows to track progress

Cons:

The extensive set of features makes it less suitable for simple projects for complicated projects with multiple milestone,long timelines and lots of team members it is highly suitable.

Sachita
QA in US
Information Services, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Powerful Project Management

4.0 last month New

Comments: Our company used Microsoft project for few of the projects and it was easy to use with the team.

Pros:

Microsoft project has the capabilities to include project planning and task tracking .

Cons:

Comparability issues . If team members are using different version of Microsoft project it can lead to compatibility problem.

Janaina
Contadora in Brazil
Accounting, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Acquiring more knowledge is always good.

5.0 2 months ago New

Comments: Without a doubt, it is a platform that makes work much easier, there are several important functions within it that help in the development of small and large projects.

Pros:

The ease of creating projects, the resources on the platform help users to work better, facilitating their development. In addition to monitoring activities, it is possible to obtain good results quickly.

Cons:

At first I found it a little slow, after I understood how it worked, practice came and then it became easy.

Abdullah Gulab
Supervisor in Saudi Arabia
Hospital & Health Care, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Thnx ms dear

5.0 last month New

Comments: My experience with The micro soft really amazing I can report to management in few minutes

Pros:

About Records and features for my work always

Cons:

My weekly work solve just in one day After using ms

Murali
Architect in Netherlands
Telecommunications, 10,000+ Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

MSProject review

5.0 2 months ago New

Comments: Excellent and robust product for project planning and tracking.

Pros:

Planning activties and tracking dependencies with timelines

Cons:

I have not had any issues or least things while using Project, however it is not easy for first timers.

Changli
Planner in Australia
Mining & Metals, 10,000+ Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Simple Scheduling Tool with Limited Functions

4.0 2 weeks ago New

Comments: It's a good tool to use for small projects. It's easy for non-professionals to get on hand quickly. However it doesn't have enough functions to handle complex requirements. For some serious scheduling work you still have to use P6.

Pros:

MS Project is a user friendly tool. The price is not too high. It could be a scheduling tool for individuals and small companies.

Cons:

The functions are limited. It's too flexible, similar to excel, which makes it hard to maintain the schedule structure.

Josue
Marketing Manager in US
Telecommunications, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

The Fruitful Planning Tool

5.0 4 months ago

Comments: Microsoft Project has valuable financial management tool, with no planning challenges.

Pros:

Microsoft Project has organized way of handling projects, and there are valuable cost calculators.

Cons:

Microsoft Project has included all the planning options, and there are no glitches.

Mitch
HR Business Partner in UK
Retail, 1,001–5,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Efficient Project Tracking

4.0 2 months ago

Comments: Microsoft Project is a valuable tool for organizing and tracking HR projects. Its comprehensive planning features supported effective project management, though the platform could be more intuitive for faster navigation.

Pros:

I liked Microsoft Project’s robust project tracking and timeline features. It made it easy to organise tasks, set deadlines, and manage resources, which was especially helpful for coordinating HR initiatives.

Cons:

The interface was complex and could feel overwhelming, especially when managing multiple projects, making it challenging to quickly access key features without extensive setup.

Shameem
Manager - Operational Excellence in India
Market Research, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Review of Microsoft Project

5.0 6 months ago

Comments: its useful for organizing and keeping a clear view of all the moving parts in a project, making it easier to manage and complete

Pros:

User-friendly interface, Organizing your projects, Time management made easy and do not have to spend so-much time and auto suggestion of several options for all Microsoft projects, Compatibility with other tools Effective budget and cost management, Timely project completion Great flexibility and custom fields, Progress tracking and reporting etc.. Another benefit of the MS Project is the fact it enables back up of files and documents and is cheaper to implement.

Cons:

A major disadvantage is its not effort-able by the small enterprises & individual users

Dario
Program Associate in US
Nonprofit Organisation Management, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Easy to Use, Easy to Keep Track of Projects

5.0 5 months ago

Comments: It didn't take long to master using Project. It easily gave me quick snapshot information of the progress of projects as well as the means to easily convey that info to others. The user interface was intuitive and made it easy to modify and expand projects.

Pros:

The ease with which it is possible to share useful project planning and management information with other users in a readily understandable visual format.

Cons:

None. Its features worked well for my project planning.

Luciana
Interpreter in Argentina
Telecommunications, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Great Tool for Managing Projects

4.0 4 months ago

Comments: It’s really helpful for planning and managing projects, especially with the charts that show timelines clearly. Once I learned how to use it, I liked the features for tracking resources and generating reports.

Pros:

how it helps you plan and organize projects effectively. The Gantt charts make it easy to see timelines and deadlines at a glance. It’s great for managing resources, so you can keep track of who’s working on what.

Cons:

It can be a bit complicated for new users. The interface has a lot of features, which can feel overwhelming if you’re not familiar with project management tools.

Mwanaisha
Real Estate Advisor in US
Real Estate, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

What You Ought to Know bout MS Project During Evaluation

5.0 5 months ago

Pros:

Microsoft Project boost productivity in my organization by automating over 90% of manual task and project procedures.

Cons:

I have not come across any better choice than Ms Project. It has served me well for over a decade without issues.

MANABENDU
MANABENDU
I am current a student at Cambridge institute of techonlogy pursuing aiml in India
Verified LinkedIn User
Computer Software, Self Employed
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

MS Project: A comprehensive but complex approach for project management

3.0 4 months ago

Comments: My overall experience with microsoft projects stands average.
As it is very expensive i could only afford the free trial and overall
due to its complex ui it has been a bit hard. There were positives too like the flexiblity and scalablity factors

Pros:

likes about microsoft project is that it is robust with good flexibility and scalability. It is very easy to even integrate with out microsoft tools like powe bi,excel etc. It also offers a good amount of customization too.

Cons:

One of the cons is that ms project is very expensive compared to its competative product out there in the market. Even the UI is bit complex and handling large projects become difficult.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Retail, 2–10 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Project management with ease

3.0 3 months ago

Comments: I have always found it easy to use and work within the Microsoft family of products. Would love to see them tighten up their usability and become a little more intuitive to the needs of their clients.

Pros:

It allows you to easily track and manage your project with lots of Microsoft software integration options

Cons:

Microsoft always feels clunky and dated compared to similar software options.

Sam
Office Administrator in US
Utilities, 201–500 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Will Help Your Company

4.0 5 months ago

Comments: It has been a pleasant experience using Microsoft Project. If you can get past the learning curve of using the software, then you have so much potential for business unlocked here. It can bring teams and even whole companies together on a subject and help everyone to be on the same page. Definitely worth taking some time to familiarize yourself with

Pros:

Love the capabilities of this app. I enjoy how it can be used industry-wide and can help everyone be on the same page and coordinate together. Subtasks are helpful as well

Cons:

There is a bit of a learning-curve to this app. Some aspects can be difficult to figure out. There also seems to be a lack of real-time updates when collaborating on projects

Humberto
Coordinador de Infraestructura TIC in Colombia
Logistics & Supply Chain, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Project visualization and monitoring

5.0 last year

Comments: For me it is the best tool for project management, it allows great visibility of the same and provides the necessary versatility for the different types of projects that can be managed in the professional field, it has allowed me to efficiently manage resources, costs and generate benefits in the projects I have managed.

Pros:

The visibility and detailed monitoring you get from the tool when managing projects, the great resource management and project costs that can be managed.

Cons:

I saw very few disadvantages within the implementation process and use of the tool, so I refrain from indicating any as it is an exceptional product for project management.

Neelakshi
Neelakshi
Manager in US
Verified LinkedIn User
Information Technology & Services, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Review of Microsoft Project

5.0 last year

Comments: As an IT company, our experience with Microsoft Project has been positive. It offers comprehensive project management tools, integrates well with the Microsoft ecosystem, and has been particularly valuable for managing complex projects. The Gantt chart visualization, customization options, and scalability have all contributed to our project success.

Pros:

Comprehensive project management features Effective task management and Gantt chart visualization Resource allocation and management Seamless integration with the Microsoft ecosystem Robust reporting and analysis capabilities Collaboration features in Project Online and Project for the Web Customization options for tailored project management Scalability for small to large projects Cloud-based solutions for remote work Mobile accessibility for on-the-go project management.

Cons:

Steep learning curve, especially for beginners. Costly, especially for the more feature-rich versions. Overwhelming for simple projects. High system requirements. Compatibility issues when sharing files with non-Microsoft users. Limited native Mac support. Less support for Agile methodologies without customization. Some collaboration features are restricted to higher-tier editions. Expensive upgrades to access advanced features. Limited portfolio management capabilities compared to dedicated tools.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Information Technology & Services, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Powerful tool for Managing complex projects

4.0 5 months ago

Comments: No doubt a powerful project management tool, can help a lot to enhance the execution of the complex projects. however it can be time taking for someone new such softwares to keep track of the project

Pros:

It is complete tool for managing complex projects, I like the ability to create detailed project plans with timlines , task and dependencies. Integration with other ms tools like excel is also nice to have in a project managment tool

Cons:

Sometimes the tool features can get overwhelming for someone new, and it can take quite a time to learn all.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Financial Services, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

A comprehensive project planning

4.0 4 months ago

Comments: Its collabration features are less intuitive compared to modern tools like Trello. It needs additional setups like SharePoint for team collaboration.

Pros:

It offers customizable reports such as project timelines, resource allocation, and budget tracking, making it easy for project managers to communicate progress and key metrics.

Cons:

It's not cost-effective for small teams that may not need all of its advanced features, making it less accessible for those with limited budgets.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
Construction, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Great tool for Project Managers and coordinators

4.0 7 months ago

Comments: I am not from project management background but was required to help project coordinators with a couple of projects and hence hot the opportunity to learn and explore this amazing software. Initially, being a beginner, it was a little confusing to understand but as I got the hang of it, it’s super simple and easy to use and to manage projects.

Pros:

The best part is how easy it is use to for project management, all the features are right in front and hence provides easy access to all to management ongoing projects, deadlines

Cons:

Interface can be a little more user friendly but overall great tool

Abidullah
HR in Afghanistan
Accounting, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Microsoft Project review

5.0 4 months ago

Comments: I will definitely look into some lectures on how MS Project works.
Get the fundamentals right for the prospective employers!

Pros:

1.The basics are easy to use and understand, but it is amazing how many features and abilities this software has that go beyond basic project management.

Cons:

1.I did not find anything so far that troubles me about this software