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Factro vs monday.com

Last updated October 2026

Looking for a European alternative to monday.com? 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
monday.com
What it is
German project management with Gantt, Kanban and EU-only hosting for data-sensitive teams.
A work operating system for managing projects, workflows, and team collaboration.
Headquarters
🇩🇪 DE
🇮🇱 IL · 2012
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU server residency is available on request for eligible plans.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO 27001, ISO 27701
Price from
€19.99/user/mo
$8/user/mo
Free plan
Yes
Yes
Open Source
No
No
Ratings
OMR 4.58/5 (12)
G2 4.7/5 (12,400) · CAPTERRA 4.6/5 (3,800)
Integrations
Microsoft Teams, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Outlook, REST-API with webhooks
Slack, Microsoft Teams, Google Drive, Zoom, Jira +5

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

monday.com

Strengths

  • +Highly customizable workflows
  • +Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • +Strong integration ecosystem
  • +Good mobile app experience

Limitations

  • −Steep learning curve for advanced features
  • −Can become expensive for larger teams
  • −Limited reporting in lower-tier plans
  • −Occasional performance lag with large boards

Data residency & compliance

Factro
monday.com
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU server residency is available on request for eligible plans.
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
not established
DPA
Published →
Published →
Sub-processors
not established
Listed →
Certifications
ISO 27001
ISO 27001, 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.

monday.com

  • Free Free per seatUp to 2 seats · Basic features · Limited boards
  • Basic $8 per seat/monthUnlimited boards · Unlimited free viewers · 200+ templates
  • Standard $10 per seat/monthTimeline and Gantt views · Guest access · Automations (250 actions/month)
  • Pro $16 per seat/monthPrivate boards · Time tracking · Chart views
  • Enterprise On request per seat/monthAdvanced security · Advanced analytics · Dedicated support

Pricing varies by region and plan features. Annual billing applies to paid plans.

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

monday.com

Project Management
Customizable workflows, Gantt and Kanban views, Time tracking, Dependencies and milestones
Collaboration
Real-time updates, File sharing, Comments and mentions, Guest access
Integrations
Slack, Microsoft Teams, Google Drive, Zoom
Reporting & Analytics
Custom dashboards, Progress tracking, Workload management, Budget tracking
Security & Compliance
Two-factor authentication, Single Sign-On (SSO), IP restrictions, Audit logs
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