Factro vs Asana
Last updated October 2026
Looking for a European alternative to Asana? Here's how Factro compares, on EU hosting, GDPR and what it does.
Our pick for a European buyer: Factro. We weight data residency, GDPR and EU jurisdiction above everything else — that is the constraint this directory exists to solve.
What it is
German project management with Gantt, Kanban and EU-only hosting for data-sensitive teams.
A web and mobile application for team collaboration and work management.
Headquarters
🇩🇪 DE
🇺🇸 US · 2008
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency is available as an add-on for Enterprise plans.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO 27001, ISO 27018, ISO 27701
Price from
€19.99/user/mo
$10.99/user/mo
Free plan
Yes
Yes
Open Source
No
No
Integrations
Microsoft Teams, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Outlook, REST-API with webhooks
Slack, Microsoft Teams, Google Drive, Zapier, API
Where each one wins
Factro
Strengths
- +Intuitive and user-friendly interface that simplifies task and project management workflows
- +Clear task delegation, status tracking, and prioritization capabilities for streamlined project workflows
- +Integrated communication tools (task comments, team discussions, notifications) to enhance collaboration
- +Customizable reporting and visual dashboards for data-driven decision-making
- +Scalable solution suitable for small to large enterprises with adaptable project complexity
Limitations
- −Limited number of extensive user reviews, making it harder to assess performance across industries
- −Pricing transparency and perceived value for money could be improved
- −Advanced features and integrations lag behind some competitors
Asana
Strengths
- +Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- +Strong collaboration features
- +Flexible project views (list, board, calendar, timeline)
- +Good mobile app experience
Limitations
- −Limited features in the free plan
- −Can become expensive for larger teams
- −Steep learning curve for advanced features
- −No built-in time tracking in lower tiers
Data residency & compliance
Factro
Asana
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency is available as an add-on for Enterprise plans.
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
Standard Contractual Clauses
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO 27001, ISO 27018, ISO 27701
Pricing
Factro
- Basic Free for up to 3 usersUp to 5 projects · Basic task management · Mobile and desktop app access
- Business €19.99 per user / month (min. 3 users)Cross-project task boards · Project templates · Timelines with dependencies
- Professional €29.99 per user / month (min. 3 users)Configurable project rooms · Cross-project Kanban and Gantt views · Time tracking
- Government On request Tailored for public sector entities
- Enterprise On request Custom solutions for large organizations
Pricing varies based on billing cycle (monthly or yearly). Government and Enterprise plans require consultation.
Asana
- Basic Free ForeverUp to 15 teammates · Basic task and project management · Limited integrations
- Premium $10.99 per user/month (billed annually)Unlimited tasks, projects, and teams · Timeline and workload views · Advanced search and reporting
- Business $24.99 per user/month (billed annually)Portfolios and workload management · Custom templates and rules · Admin controls and security features
- Enterprise On request Custom pricingAdvanced security and controls · Custom branding and support · EU data residency (add-on)
Pricing varies by region and plan. EU data residency is an add-on for Enterprise.
Features
Factro
- Project Planning & Structure
- Project structure plan (PSP), Gantt charts with dependencies and milestones, Project templates, Project reports
- Task Management
- Kanban boards, Task lists, Subtasks, Deadline traffic lights
- Collaboration
- Comments on tasks, File attachments, Real-time notifications, Meeting agendas with auto-protocols
- Resource & Time Management
- Time tracking (planned, actual, remaining effort), Resource planning (availability, absences, workload)
- Administration & Security
- Single Sign-On (SSO) / SAML, Two-factor authentication (2FA), Change history, GDPR-compliant hosting in Germany
Asana
- Task Management
- Create and assign tasks, Set deadlines and priorities, Track task progress, Add subtasks and dependencies
- Project Tracking
- Visualize projects with timelines, boards, or calendars, Monitor project status and milestones, Share project updates with stakeholders, Use project templates
- Collaboration
- Comment on tasks and projects, Attach files and links, Mention team members in conversations, Use team pages for central communication
- Reporting
- Generate custom reports, Track team workload and progress, Export reports in CSV or JSON, Use dashboards for real-time insights
- Integrations
- Connect with Slack, Microsoft Teams, and Google Drive, Use API for custom integrations, Automate workflows with Zapier, Embed Asana projects in other tools