15Five vs GanttPRO
A head-to-head comparison to help you pick the right tool
15Five
15Five is a continuous performance management platform focused on weekly check-ins, OKRs, and employee engagement. It helps managers stay connected with their teams through structured feedback and recognition tools. 15Five is popular with remote and distributed teams that need async communication tools.
GanttPRO
GanttPRO is a dedicated online Gantt chart tool built for project planning and scheduling. It offers an intuitive drag-and-drop interface for creating professional project timelines quickly.
Pros
- ✓Simple and intuitive weekly check-in format that drives adoption
- ✓Strong OKR and goal-setting tools
- ✓Excellent manager training and coaching resources
- ✓Good engagement survey tools with benchmarking
Cons
- ✗Limited HR functionality beyond performance and engagement
- ✗No payroll or benefits administration
- ✗Reporting could be more advanced for data-driven HR teams
Pros
- ✓Best-in-class Gantt chart experience
- ✓Very easy to learn
- ✓Good resource management
- ✓Professional exports for client presentations
- ✓Affordable pricing
Cons
- ✗Narrower feature set than full PM platforms
- ✗Not suited for agile or Kanban-focused teams
- ✗Limited reporting
- ✗Less suitable for software teams
Our Take
Choose 15Five if companies focused on employee engagement and performance. Choose GanttPRO if project managers and teams needing a dedicated, easy-to-use gantt chart tool for planning and scheduling.
Best For
Companies focused on employee engagement and performance
Best For
Project managers and teams needing a dedicated, easy-to-use Gantt chart tool for planning and scheduling