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Head-to-Head Specification Audit

WorkOS vs Linear

Enterprise Authentication Platform · Global

Auth & Identity

WorkOS

Enterprise Authentication Platform · Global

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Project Management

Linear

Engineering and Product Teams · Global

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Specification Matrix

MetricWorkOSLinear
Starting PriceCustomBetter$8/mo
API Rate Limit200 req/min600 req/minBetter
Target CountryGlobalGlobal
CategoryAuth & IdentityProject Management
ComplianceSOC2, GDPR, ISO27001SOC2, GDPR
Hosting RegionsUS-East, EU-WestUS, EU
Native Integrations5 listed6 listedBetter

WorkOS — Key Specs

  • Enterprise SSO, Directory Sync, MFA — ship enterprise features in days
  • SOC 2 Type II certified, GDPR DPA included
  • SCIM provisioning to 100+ identity providers
  • Free for first 1M MAU — best deal in enterprise auth

Linear — Key Specs

  • Fastest issue tracker (keyboard-first)
  • Built for engineering teams
  • GitHub sync
  • Cycles = Sprints with zero friction
  • Used by best SA tech startups

Frequently Asked Questions

What is cheaper, WorkOS or Linear?+

WorkOS starts at $0/mo, which is lower than Linear at $8/mo.

Which tool is better for compliance — WorkOS or Linear?+

Both support SOC2, GDPR. WorkOS additionally supports ISO27001.

Which has a higher API rate limit — WorkOS or Linear?+

Linear has a higher API rate limit at 600 requests per minute. WorkOS: 200 req/min. Linear: 600 req/min.

Which tool is better suited for Global?+

WorkOS is evaluated for Enterprise Authentication Platform in Global with hosting regions: US-East, EU-West. Linear has hosting regions: US, EU. For data residency in Global, check each vendor's data processing agreements.

Data last verified: 26 June 2026

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