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Microsoft Project is a powerful scheduler — but it lives on the desktop, charges per user, and pushes team collaboration into the Microsoft cloud. Kendo Manager is a self-hosted MS Project alternative that runs in any browser on your own server, with full Gantt scheduling, costs, resources and risks built in — under a one-time license, with all features included and your data never leaving your infrastructure.
The problem
MS Project does scheduling well, but its model creates friction for teams that want web access, predictable costs and control over their data.
The full-featured editions install as a Windows desktop app. Live web access for the whole team means adding Microsoft’s cloud products on top.
Whether per-seat desktop licenses or per-user cloud subscriptions, the cost climbs with every person you add.
The web and collaboration tiers keep your project data on Microsoft’s servers — not yours.
Capabilities are split across editions and plans, so you pay more to unlock what you need.
Side by side
The same project planning power, on your own server, without per-user pricing.
Comparison reflects how each tool is typically deployed. Verify current Microsoft Project editions and pricing before publishing.
Why teams switch
Everyone works in the browser on your server — no desktop installs, no cloud add-on for access.
A one-time license covers a set number of users and unlimited projects.
Gantt, costs, budgets, resources, risks, issues and change management in one place.
Everything runs on your own infrastructure — GDPR-ready, fully under your control.
Classic scheduling or Kanban and sprints — switch as the project needs.
A free version for up to 10 users with every feature, so you can test before you buy.
Pricing
Each package is a one-time purchase with all features, unlimited projects, on-premise install, and one year of free upgrades and support.
FAQ
Can Kendo Manager replace Microsoft Project?
Yes. Kendo Manager covers the core of what teams use MS Project for — Gantt scheduling, resources, costs and milestones — and adds risk, issue and change management, all in a self-hosted web app.
Is Kendo Manager self-hosted, unlike MS Project’s cloud?
Yes. Kendo Manager installs on your own server and keeps all project data on your infrastructure, rather than in a vendor’s cloud.
Do I pay per user like Microsoft Project?
No. Kendo Manager uses a one-time license per package that covers a set number of users and unlimited projects, with no recurring per-user fees.
Can my whole team use it in the browser?
Yes. Kendo Manager is web-based, so anyone on your network can work in a browser without installing a desktop application.
Is there a free version to try?
Yes. Kendo Manager is free for up to 10 team members and 1 active project, with all application options included.
Switch from Microsoft Project to a self-hosted, web-based platform with full scheduling and no per-user fees.
Kendo Manager is project management software that provides a complete solution for managing projects, project tasks, costs, materials and personnel management. Cheaper MS Project alternative
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