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- Industry: Information Technology & Services
- Company size: 10,000+ Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Carrying out projects effectively
Reviewed on 11/11/2024
This tool has been very useful for me when working on a project, as it allows me to create an...
This tool has been very useful for me when working on a project, as it allows me to create an activity schedule for the tasks to be performed throughout the project, ensuring control and information management. It also allows me to work professionally and without errors.
Pros
I enjoy using Microsoft Project because it has helped me manage projects in my work area, whether with planning, organizing, or tracking the tasks that need to be completed within the project. Additionally, Microsoft Project allows me to create a task schedule, manage resources, analyze costs, and view detailed reports.
Cons
What I don’t like about Microsoft Project is that it’s very complex to learn because it has multiple options that aren’t easy to grasp.
- Industry: Construction
- Company size: 201–500 Employees
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
Easiest Project Scheduling software
Reviewed on 06/11/2024
It has been great for the majority of high-rise residential building projects in which I have...
It has been great for the majority of high-rise residential building projects in which I have worked. It allowed us to control the project schedule accurately throughout the project duration.
Pros
It has an easy learning curve as it brings a similar interface to other Microsoft software such as Excel.
Cons
It can have potential limitations when dealing with highly complex construction projects or if you need to work simultaneously with other team members.
- Industry: Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Monthly for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
KJH Review
Reviewed on 09/01/2025
There is always a learning curve on every project, however, the Project Management software made it...
There is always a learning curve on every project, however, the Project Management software made it easy to organize my timeline
Pros
Tracking of dates as task items were introduced to the timeline
Cons
I cannot think of any issue I did not like

- Industry: Computer Software
- Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 5.0 /10
Microsoft Project is Familiar, But no longer the Best.
Reviewed on 26/03/2024
In general, the best thing Microsoft Project has going for it, is that it's been around forever;...
In general, the best thing Microsoft Project has going for it, is that it's been around forever; most people are already familiar with it.
Pros
Microsoft Project is ubiquitous, and as such extra training is usually not required. The average person is already a user.
Cons
As time has gone by, the competition has improved more then Microsoft Project. There is open source SW which is more intuitive and easy to use.
- Industry: Construction
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10
MS Project
Reviewed on 01/11/2024
Pros
Very user friendly compared to other similar softwares
Cons
The programme can look very basic, especially for occasions where it is being presented to a client
- Industry: Retail
- Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
Efficient Project Tracking
Reviewed on 14/11/2024
Microsoft Project is a valuable tool for organizing and tracking HR projects. Its comprehensive...
Microsoft Project is a valuable tool for organizing and tracking HR projects. Its comprehensive planning features supported effective project management, though the platform could be more intuitive for faster navigation.
Pros
I liked Microsoft Project’s robust project tracking and timeline features. It made it easy to organise tasks, set deadlines, and manage resources, which was especially helpful for coordinating HR initiatives.
Cons
The interface was complex and could feel overwhelming, especially when managing multiple projects, making it challenging to quickly access key features without extensive setup.
- Industry: Staffing & Recruiting
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Weekly for Free Trial
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- Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10
Great for big companies and budget capable entrepreneurs
Reviewed on 24/10/2024
Pros
Great tool for Project Managers, lots of options, great support and very common used in the market.
Cons
It has the usual Microsoft problems: A bit heavy to use, feels like driving a tank with bicycle pedals. Also not the most expensive, but not cheap indeed.
- Industry: Medical Practice
- Company size: 201–500 Employees
- Used Monthly for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
User friendly
Reviewed on 11/12/2024
I like how simple it is and like being able to collaborate with my fellow work mates.
I like how simple it is and like being able to collaborate with my fellow work mates.
Pros
I like being able to work on it anywhere.
Cons
Some things are hard to navigate. But I can figure it out.
- Industry: Financial Services
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Weekly for 1-5 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Microsoft project review
Reviewed on 10/01/2025
Overall i will recommend the Microsoft project
Overall i will recommend the Microsoft project
Pros
its user interface is soo good and its very easy to use
Cons
they dont have many options that is the only concern
- Industry: Hospital & Health Care
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Monthly for 1-5 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
INCREASED PRODUCTIVITY
Reviewed on 04/12/2024
I have experiemced better productivity and am better able to share my progress and projects with...
I have experiemced better productivity and am better able to share my progress and projects with coworkers
Pros
Ease of use and presenation quality. I have found the layout easy to share new concepts as qdll as on going projects with clients and coworkers
Cons
I have not found anything to cause me to disike this program.
- Industry: Research
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
For efficient project management and operational effectiveness, Microsoft Project is an...
Reviewed on 26/08/2024
Microsoft Project's resource management feature is another key benefit. It is possible to prevent...
Microsoft Project's resource management feature is another key benefit. It is possible to prevent resource misuse and balance job distribution by using the platform's extensive insights about resource allocation, availability, and workload. Ensuring timely and budget-conscious project delivery and maximizing team productivity depend on this capacity.
Pros
Microsoft Project's strong and extensive project management features are what I like most about it as the Director of ICT Operations. Offering a wide range of capabilities to help with scheduling, planning, and resource management, Microsoft Project excels at handling complicated projects. We can readily view project timeframes, dependencies, and key paths thanks to its intuitive Gantt chart capability, which is helpful. Efficient monitoring of project progress and prompt detection of possible bottlenecks or delays are made possible by this visual representation.
Its compatibility with other Microsoft programs, like Teams, Excel, and SharePoint, is yet another noteworthy aspect. This smooth connectivity makes it possible to import and export project data with ease, encouraging departmental collaboration and guaranteeing that everyone is aware of every development.
Cons
It is less affordable for businesses that do not need all of the complex capabilities it offers due to its price structure, which can be somewhat pricey, especially for the cloud-based version.
- Industry: Nonprofit Organization Management
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
Easy to Use, Easy to Keep Track of Projects
Reviewed on 03/09/2024
It didn't take long to master using Project. It easily gave me quick snapshot information of the...
It didn't take long to master using Project. It easily gave me quick snapshot information of the progress of projects as well as the means to easily convey that info to others. The user interface was intuitive and made it easy to modify and expand projects.
Pros
The ease with which it is possible to share useful project planning and management information with other users in a readily understandable visual format.
Cons
None. Its features worked well for my project planning.
- Industry: Staffing & Recruiting
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Microsoft Project works well
Reviewed on 18/10/2024
Microsoft project has really helped to improve my productivity and project planning overall.
Microsoft project has really helped to improve my productivity and project planning overall.
Pros
Ease and functionality as well as integration and use with all my apple products!
Cons
Cost is steep but seems to be worth the investment.
- Industry: Graphic Design
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Weekly for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 5.0 /10
Excellent Project Management tool but very expensive!!!
Reviewed on 28/04/2024
Good project management tool and user friendly, but it has too much automation which cause false...
Good project management tool and user friendly, but it has too much automation which cause false values, especially in tasks management. Also, it is a very expensive and licensed limited software, therefore, unless your company is a multinational corporation, I don't recommend it since there are a lot of less expensive project management tool on the market that have the exact same features.
Pros
Microsoft Project fully integrates with all Microsoft 365 tools and it is super user friendly to use.
Cons
Not good if your clients need to collaborate on the tasks progress because it requires your clients to have an MS Project license which most don't have. Also, MS Project auto-calculate realisation time by the amount of days you set for a task which doesn't reflect the real time in hours for the task. Finally, it is an insanely expensive tool, there are far more less expensive project management tools that have the same exact features.

- Industry: Computer Software
- Company size: Self Employed
- Used Monthly for Free Trial
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- Ease of Use
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
MS Project: A comprehensive but complex approach for project management
Reviewed on 21/09/2024
My overall experience with microsoft projects stands average.
As it is very expensive i could only...
My overall experience with microsoft projects stands average.
As it is very expensive i could only afford the free trial and overall
due to its complex ui it has been a bit hard. There were positives too like the flexiblity and scalablity factors
Pros
likes about microsoft project is that it is robust with good flexibility and scalability.
It is very easy to even integrate with out microsoft tools like powe bi,excel etc.
It also offers a good amount of customization too.
Cons
One of the cons is that ms project is very expensive compared to its competative product out there in the market.
Even the UI is bit complex and handling large projects become difficult.
- Industry: Retail
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 6.0 /10
Project management with ease
Reviewed on 28/10/2024
I have always found it easy to use and work within the Microsoft family of products. Would love to...
I have always found it easy to use and work within the Microsoft family of products. Would love to see them tighten up their usability and become a little more intuitive to the needs of their clients.
Pros
It allows you to easily track and manage your project with lots of Microsoft software integration options
Cons
Microsoft always feels clunky and dated compared to similar software options.
- Industry: Utilities
- Company size: 201–500 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
Will Help Your Company
Reviewed on 30/08/2024
It has been a pleasant experience using Microsoft Project. If you can get past the learning curve...
It has been a pleasant experience using Microsoft Project. If you can get past the learning curve of using the software, then you have so much potential for business unlocked here. It can bring teams and even whole companies together on a subject and help everyone to be on the same page. Definitely worth taking some time to familiarize yourself with
Pros
Love the capabilities of this app. I enjoy how it can be used industry-wide and can help everyone be on the same page and coordinate together. Subtasks are helpful as well
Cons
There is a bit of a learning-curve to this app. Some aspects can be difficult to figure out. There also seems to be a lack of real-time updates when collaborating on projects
- Industry: Logistics & Supply Chain
- Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
- Used Weekly for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Project visualization and monitoring
Reviewed on 09/01/2024
For me it is the best tool for project management, it allows great visibility of the same and...
For me it is the best tool for project management, it allows great visibility of the same and provides the necessary versatility for the different types of projects that can be managed in the professional field, it has allowed me to efficiently manage resources, costs and generate benefits in the projects I have managed.
Pros
The visibility and detailed monitoring you get from the tool when managing projects, the great resource management and project costs that can be managed.
Cons
I saw very few disadvantages within the implementation process and use of the tool, so I refrain from indicating any as it is an exceptional product for project management.
- Industry: Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Heavy platform that does many tasks
Reviewed on 27/11/2024
Have used for multiple tasks such as project management, project engineering, team management and...
Have used for multiple tasks such as project management, project engineering, team management and scheduling.
Pros
Work load, work orders, scheduling, project tracking - all in one tool.
Cons
A very heavy platform and visually not very appealing.
- Industry: Civil Engineering
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Microsoft Project is your long-time project management tool
Reviewed on 05/09/2024
Overall, Microsoft Project is a great choice as a project management tool. And it's feature of...
Overall, Microsoft Project is a great choice as a project management tool. And it's feature of being accessed while offline is a plus for this software.
Pros
I like most about Microsoft Project are the features of effectively managing budgets and allows me to make project reports and analyze information helpful on making decisions.
Cons
It has a compatibility issues when team is using different versions or tools, and collaborative work is a little challenging and hassle.
- Industry: Information Technology & Services
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10
Powerful tool for Managing complex projects
Reviewed on 20/08/2024
No doubt a powerful project management tool, can help a lot to enhance the execution of the complex...
No doubt a powerful project management tool, can help a lot to enhance the execution of the complex projects. however it can be time taking for someone new such softwares to keep track of the project
Pros
It is complete tool for managing complex projects, I like the ability to create detailed project plans with timlines , task and dependencies. Integration with other ms tools like excel is also nice to have in a project managment tool
Cons
Sometimes the tool features can get overwhelming for someone new, and it can take quite a time to learn all.
- Industry: Financial Services
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Weekly for 1+ year
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- Value for Money
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- Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10
A comprehensive project planning
Reviewed on 16/09/2024
Its collabration features are less intuitive compared to modern tools like Trello. It needs...
Its collabration features are less intuitive compared to modern tools like Trello. It needs additional setups like SharePoint for team collaboration.
Pros
It offers customizable reports such as project timelines, resource allocation, and budget tracking, making it easy for project managers to communicate progress and key metrics.
Cons
It's not cost-effective for small teams that may not need all of its advanced features, making it less accessible for those with limited budgets.
- Industry: Construction
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Ease of Use
- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
Great tool for Project Managers and coordinators
Reviewed on 12/06/2024
I am not from project management background but was required to help project coordinators with a...
I am not from project management background but was required to help project coordinators with a couple of projects and hence hot the opportunity to learn and explore this amazing software. Initially, being a beginner, it was a little confusing to understand but as I got the hang of it, it’s super simple and easy to use and to manage projects.
Pros
The best part is how easy it is use to for project management, all the features are right in front and hence provides easy access to all to management ongoing projects, deadlines
Cons
Interface can be a little more user friendly but overall great tool
- Industry: Accounting
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Value for Money
- Ease of Use
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Microsoft project
Reviewed on 27/09/2024
I like the easy organization of tasks and being able to filter to see which tasks are assigned to...
I like the easy organization of tasks and being able to filter to see which tasks are assigned to which person.
Pros
The implementation of the Microsoft Project was easy. The solution is very powerful to plan, execute, and track projects. What I love most is the capabilities to include project planning, scheduling, resources management, task tracking, reporting, and collaboration tools.
Cons
"The basics are easy to use and understand, but it is amazing how many features and abilities this software has that go beyond basic project management."
- Industry: Airlines/Aviation
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Review of Microsoft Project
Reviewed on 16/03/2024
Initial thought is using MS Project generically. Easily can shift and speak of experience in...
Initial thought is using MS Project generically. Easily can shift and speak of experience in similar software along with ability to adapt and come up to speed quickly as have demonstrated throughout career. I've been asked similar type questions regarding other types of s/w. I don't make a big deal about it. All organizations have their own specific toolsets. No big deal onboarding with a new one.
Pros
MS Project is User-Friendl
Compatible with other Microsoft Products
Reliability and Stability
Manage Project Budgets and Costs Perfectly
Keep your Projects on Time
Great Flexibility
Custom Fields
Industry-standard tool with a Significant Social Presence
Cons
Too advanced for beginners
Limited Integrations
Compatibility Issues
The Gantt Chart is too Complex
Recurring Tasks Difficult to Use
Managing Access Rights is a Complex Process
Slow with Big Projects