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Head-to-Head Specification Audit
Linear vs Asana
Software Development Teams · Global
Specification Matrix
| Metric | Linear | Asana |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/moBetter | $10.99/mo |
| API Rate Limit | N/A | 150 req/min |
| Target Country | Global | Global |
| Category | Project Management | Project Management |
| Compliance | SOC2, GDPR, CCPA | GDPR, CCPA, SOC2 |
| Hosting Regions | US-East, EU-West | US-East, EU-West |
| Native Integrations | 8 listedBetter | 7 listed |
Linear — Key Specs
- ✓Sub-100ms UI — fastest issue tracker available by independent benchmarks
- ✓Git branch automation creates issues from PR titles and closes them on merge
- ✓Cycles (sprints) with automatic velocity tracking and burndown charts included
- ✓Linear Asks connects customer feedback directly to engineering issues
Asana — Key Specs
- ✓Timeline view with dependency mapping for complex project planning
- ✓Workload view shows team capacity in real time to prevent burnout
- ✓Rules automate repetitive task routing with no-code triggers
- ✓GDPR-compliant EU data residency available on paid plans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is cheaper, Linear or Asana?+
Linear starts at $8/mo, which is lower than Asana at $10.99/mo.
Which tool is better for compliance — Linear or Asana?+
Both support SOC2, GDPR, CCPA.
Which tool is better suited for Global?+
Linear is evaluated for Software Development Teams in Global with hosting regions: US-East, EU-West. Asana has hosting regions: US-East, EU-West. For data residency in Global, check each vendor's data processing agreements.
Data last verified: 11 June 2026
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