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Hive vs Basecamp

An independent, side-by-side comparison of two Project Management providers — scores, pricing, company-size fit, and strengths — to help you pick the right one.

Hive vs Basecamp at a glance

Editorial sub-scores are RankedVendors estimates.

HiveBasecamp
Overall score74/10088/100
TierStandardPremium
Capability (editorial)7689
Ease of use (editorial)7487
Value (editorial)7084
Best forSmall business, Mid-market, EnterpriseSmall business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Pricing modelQuote-basedQuote-based
Headquarters
Founded

Verdict

Basecamp is the higher-ranked of the two on RankedVendors (88/100 vs 74/100), but both are credible Project Management options. Hive fits small business, mid-market, enterprise; Basecamp fits small business, mid-market, enterprise. Match the shortlist to your size and must-have features, and trial before committing.

Where each one stands out

Hive

Hive is project management and collaboration.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

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Basecamp

Basecamp plans and tracks team work from tasks to portfolios.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

Read Basecamp review

Hive vs Basecamp — FAQ

Is Hive better than Basecamp?

On RankedVendors, Basecamp scores 88/100 versus Hive's 74/100, so Basecamp ranks higher overall in Project Management. The right choice still depends on your size, budget, and must-have features — see the breakdown above.

What is the difference between Hive and Basecamp?

Hive is project management and collaboration. Basecamp plans and tracks team work from tasks to portfolios. Both compete in Project Management; compare their strengths and best-fit company sizes above.

Which is better value, Hive or Basecamp?

Our editorial value scores put Hive at 70/100 and Basecamp at 84/100. Hive is Quote-based; Basecamp is Quote-based. Request quotes from both to compare against your scale.