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Factro vs Microsoft Project

Last updated June 2026

Looking for a European alternative to Microsoft Project? 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.

Factro
Microsoft Project
What it is
German project management with Gantt, Kanban and EU-only hosting for data-sensitive teams.
not established
Headquarters
🇩🇪 DE
🇺🇸 US
EU data residency
Yes, for all customersFrankfurt (DE)
not established
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
not established
Certifications
ISO 27001
not established
Price from
€19.99/user/mo
not established
Free plan
Yes
not established
Open Source
No
not established
Ratings
OMR 4.58/5 (12)
No
Integrations
Microsoft Teams, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Outlook, REST-API with webhooks
not established

We have not yet completed our own research on Microsoft Project; rows above show only what we can evidence. Check the vendor for specifics.

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

Microsoft Project

Review sentiment not yet compiled.

Data residency & compliance

Factro
Microsoft Project
EU data residency
Yes, for all customersFrankfurt (DE)
not established
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
not established
DPA
Published →
not established
Sub-processors
not established
not established
Certifications
ISO 27001
No

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.

Microsoft Project

No published pricing we could verify.

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

Microsoft Project

Feature breakdown not yet compiled.

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