# Kanri: Free Open Source Alternative to ClickUp, Height, Monday

Canonical: https://caniforkit.com/fork/kanri
Last updated: 2026-11-07

Kanri (Open Source, Open Source) replaces ClickUp, Height, Monday, Plaky. Kanri is a free, open-source personal Kanban app that works offline, offering a modern and simple experience while respecting your privacy.

## Tool Specifications
- **Tool Name**: Kanri
- **Type**: Open Source Project
- **License**: Open Source
- **Official Website**: https://www.kanriapp.com
- **GitHub Repository**: https://github.com/kanriapp/kanri
- **GitHub Stars**: ★ 2.1k
- **Runs On**: Local
- **Maintenance Status**: nov 2026
- **Platforms**: desktop, cross-platform, one-click install
- **Data Storage**: All application data lives locally on your own machine.
- **Installation**: Clone https://github.com/kanriapp/kanri or deploy with Docker Compose
- **Setup Requirements**: Download the native package or installer for your operating system.
- **The Catch / Limitation**: Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.

## Paid SaaS Applications Replaced (5)
Replacing these paid tools with Kanri saves up to $100/mo ($1,200/yr) in software subscriptions:

| Replaced Software | Category | SaaS Price | Comparison Guide |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [ClickUp](https://caniforkit.com/clickup) | [design](https://caniforkit.com/category/design) | $20/mo | [Compare ClickUp vs Kanri](https://caniforkit.com/vs/clickup-vs-kanri) |
| [Height](https://caniforkit.com/height) | [design](https://caniforkit.com/category/design) | $20/mo | [Compare Height vs Kanri](https://caniforkit.com/vs/height-vs-kanri) |
| [Monday](https://caniforkit.com/monday) | [design](https://caniforkit.com/category/design) | $20/mo | [Compare Monday vs Kanri](https://caniforkit.com/vs/monday-vs-kanri) |
| [Plaky](https://caniforkit.com/plaky) | [design](https://caniforkit.com/category/design) | $20/mo | [Compare Plaky vs Kanri](https://caniforkit.com/vs/plaky-vs-kanri) |
| [Teamwork](https://caniforkit.com/teamwork) | [design](https://caniforkit.com/category/design) | $20/mo | [Compare Teamwork vs Kanri](https://caniforkit.com/vs/teamwork-vs-kanri) |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is Kanri free and open source?
Kanri is an open source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on local. Kanri is a free, open-source personal Kanban app that works offline, offering a modern and simple experience while respecting your privacy.

### What is the trade-off or limitation of using Kanri?
Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.

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