Comparison
Canny vs Linear
Head-to-Head
Trying to decide between Canny and Linear? Here's the full breakdown on features, pricing, and how FeatureOS fits in.
The Quick Version
Three options, side by side
Canny
Feature request tracking with voting boards
From $19/mo (Core)
Linear
Streamlined issue tracking for software teams
From Free (Free)
FeatureOS
All-in-one feedback loop: boards, roadmap, changelog, docs, surveys
From Free (Starter)
Pricing Comparison
Canny uses per tracked users. Linear uses per seat. FeatureOS uses per seat, flat rate.
| Detail | Canny | Linear | FeatureOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $19/mo | Free | Free |
| Entry plan | Core | Free | Starter |
| Pricing model | Per tracked users | Per seat | Per seat, flat rate |
Feature Comparison
Side by side, no spin
| Feature | Canny 11/20 | Linear 5/20 | FeatureOS 20/20 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core Modules | |||
| Feedback Boards | |||
| Product Roadmaps | |||
| Changelog / Release Notes | |||
| In-app Surveys & Forms | |||
| Knowledge Base / Docs | |||
| AI & Analysis | |||
| AI Sentiment Analysis | |||
| AI Duplicate Detection | |||
| AI Included in Plan | |||
| Feedback Collection | |||
| In-app Feedback Widget | |||
| Public Voting Portal | |||
| Guest Submissions | |||
| Announcements | |||
| In-app Notifications | |||
| Email Notifications | |||
| Scheduled Posts | |||
| Integrations | |||
| Jira / Linear / GitHub | |||
| API Access | |||
| Slack Integration | |||
| Pricing & Access | |||
| Free Plan | |||
| Unlimited End Users | |||
| White-labeling | |||
Key Differences
What each tool has that the other doesn't
Canny has, Linear doesn't
- ✓ Feedback Boards
- ✓ Changelog / Release Notes
- ✓ In-app Feedback Widget
- ✓ Public Voting Portal
- ✓ Guest Submissions
- ✓ Email Notifications
Only FeatureOS has
- ✓ In-app Surveys & Forms
- ✓ Knowledge Base / Docs
- ✓ AI Sentiment Analysis
- ✓ AI Duplicate Detection
- ✓ AI Included in Plan
- ✓ In-app Notifications
- ✓ Scheduled Posts
- ✓ Unlimited End Users
- ✓ White-labeling
Which One Fits Your Situation?
Honest breakdown, no sales pitch
Pick Canny if:
- ✓ Feature request tracking with voting boards fits your workflow
- ✓ You want a free plan to start
- ✓ You need feedback boards and changelog / release notes
- ✓ Per tracked users works for your budget
Pick Linear if:
- ✓ Streamlined issue tracking for software teams fits your workflow
- ✓ You want a free plan to start
- ✓ Per seat works for your budget
Pick FeatureOS if:
- ✓ You want the full loop in one tool, not stitched together
- ✓ Predictable pricing matters more than enterprise features
- ✓ You need in-app surveys & forms and knowledge base / docs (neither competitor has these)
- ✓ You'd rather be live today than configuring for two weeks
Ready to See for Yourself?
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