Comparison
Headway vs Linear
Head-to-Head
Trying to decide between Headway and Linear? Here's the full breakdown on features, pricing, and how FeatureOS fits in.
The Quick Version
Three options, side by side
Headway
Changelog widget and product updates tool
From $29/mo (Pro)
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
Headway uses per page views. Linear uses per seat. FeatureOS uses per seat, flat rate.
| Detail | Headway | Linear | FeatureOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $29/mo | Free | Free |
| Entry plan | Pro | Free | Starter |
| Pricing model | Per page views | Per seat | Per seat, flat rate |
Feature Comparison
Side by side, no spin
| Feature | Headway 6/20 | 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
Headway has, Linear doesn't
- ✓ Changelog / Release Notes
- ✓ In-app Notifications
- ✓ Scheduled Posts
- ✓ White-labeling
Linear has, Headway doesn't
- ✓ Product Roadmaps
- ✓ Jira / Linear / GitHub
- ✓ Slack Integration
Only FeatureOS has
- ✓ Feedback Boards
- ✓ In-app Surveys & Forms
- ✓ Knowledge Base / Docs
- ✓ AI Sentiment Analysis
- ✓ AI Duplicate Detection
- ✓ AI Included in Plan
- ✓ In-app Feedback Widget
- ✓ Public Voting Portal
- ✓ Guest Submissions
- ✓ Email Notifications
- ✓ Unlimited End Users
Which One Fits Your Situation?
Honest breakdown, no sales pitch
Pick Headway if:
- ✓ Changelog widget and product updates tool fits your workflow
- ✓ You want a free plan to start
- ✓ You need changelog / release notes and in-app notifications
- ✓ Per page views works for your budget
Pick Linear if:
- ✓ Streamlined issue tracking for software teams fits your workflow
- ✓ You want a free plan to start
- ✓ You need product roadmaps and jira / linear / github
- ✓ 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 feedback boards and in-app surveys & forms (neither competitor has these)
- ✓ You'd rather be live today than configuring for two weeks
Ready to See for Yourself?
Full platform, 30 days, no credit card. If you're coming from Headway or Linear, we'll handle the migration.
30-day trial - No credit card - Migration help included
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