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InLoox vs ClickUp

Last updated October 2026

Looking for a European alternative to ClickUp? Here's how InLoox compares, on EU hosting, GDPR and what it does.

Our pick for a European buyer: InLoox. 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 inside Outlook and Microsoft 365, ISO 27001-certified, EU-hosted.
All-in-one project management and productivity platform for teams.
Headquarters
🇩🇪 DE
🇺🇸 US · 2017
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency available on Enterprise plan on request.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
ISO/IEC 27001:2005
ISO 27001:2022
Price from
No
$7/user/mo
Free plan
No
Yes
Open Source
No
No
Integrations
Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint Online, OneDrive for Business, Power BI +7
Slack, Google Drive, Zoom, GitHub, Zapier +5

Where each one wins

InLoox

Strengths

  • +Intuitive and user-friendly interface simplifies project planning and management
  • +Deep integration with Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft 365 enables task creation directly from emails
  • +High stability and reliability as a project management tool
  • +Regular updates and improvements based on user feedback
  • +Comprehensive feature set covering real-time collaboration, document sharing, notifications, and reporting
  • +Responsive and helpful customer support
  • +Flexible deployment options: cloud-based and on-premises
  • +Role-based access controls and compliance with data protection standards

Limitations

  • −Lack of clear feedback when tasks are completed, requiring better status communication
  • −Pricing is not publicly transparent; no free version available
  • −Onboarding materials and tutorials could be improved for better user skill development

ClickUp

Strengths

  • +Highly customizable for diverse workflows
  • +Extensive feature set for project management
  • +Strong collaboration tools
  • +Frequent updates and new features

Limitations

  • −Steep learning curve for new users
  • −Can feel overwhelming due to feature bloat
  • −Occasional performance lag with large datasets
  • −Free plan has limited storage

Data residency & compliance

InLoox
ClickUp
EU data residency
Yes, for all customers
Available on some plansEU data residency available on Enterprise plan on request.
Transfer mechanism
Not required — data stays in the EU
Standard Contractual Clauses
Sub-processors
Certifications
ISO/IEC 27001:2005
ISO 27001:2022

Pricing

InLoox

No published pricing we could verify.

Pricing is available upon request for all plans. Free read-only access for unlimited users included.

ClickUp

  • Free Free Forever100 MB file storage · Unlimited tasks · Unlimited members
  • Unlimited $7 per member/monthUnlimited storage · Unlimited integrations · Advanced reporting
  • Business $12 per member/monthAdvanced automation · Custom role permissions · Time tracking
  • Enterprise On request EU data residency on request · Advanced security · Dedicated support

Free plan available. Paid plans billed annually; monthly billing at higher rates.

Features

InLoox

Project & Portfolio Management
Project and multi-project management with Gantt charts (dependencies, constraints, timeline view, snapshots), Project portfolios (Enterprise Plus and Self-Hosted editions), Project request workflow (Enterprise and above), Customizable project dashboards and multi-project dashboards (Enterprise and above)
Task & Document Management
Task management with Kanban and list views, Personal Kanban board ('My Board') for task prioritization, Multi-project task lists and views, Document management with SharePoint Online and OneDrive for Business integration
Time & Resource Management
Time tracking with calendar synchronization and drag-and-drop booking, Resource allocation and overview, Contact management with Exchange Online address book synchronization, Work time calendar
Reporting & Controlling
Customizable project reports, Integration with Power BI for advanced reporting and dashboards
Collaboration & Communication
Integration with Microsoft Outlook (email-to-task conversion, calendar sync), Microsoft Teams integration for project collaboration and mobile access, Chat feature and project notes in the Web App, Mobile app for iOS and Android

ClickUp

Task Management
Custom task statuses and workflows, Assignees and due dates, Recurring tasks and dependencies, Checklists and subtasks
Collaboration
Real-time comments and mentions, Guest access with permissions, Threaded discussions, File attachments and annotations
Views & Customization
List, Board, Calendar, and Gantt views, Custom fields and formulas, Saved layouts and templates, Dark mode and themes
Automation & Integrations
Pre-built automation templates, Custom automation rules, 1,000+ native integrations, Zapier and Make support
Reporting & Analytics
Custom dashboards, Time reports and workload, Goal tracking and milestones, Burndown and velocity charts