Trilo
BasecampWhy teams choose Trilo over Basecamp
Basecamp keeps things simple but has not kept up with how modern teams work. Trilo gives you that same simplicity plus AI coworkers, video calls, and real-time chat.
TL;DR
Basecamp offers a calm, opinionated workspace but lacks real-time chat, video calls, and AI features. Trilo shares Basecamp's simplicity philosophy while adding modern capabilities teams need today. Choose Basecamp for its specific methodology. Choose Trilo for simplicity with modern power.
Why teams switch
Simple does not have to mean limited.
Real-time chat
Actual messaging, not just message boards
Built-in video
Video calls with AI transcriptions included
AI coworkers
Autonomous agents that handle tasks for you
Flat pricing too
Like Basecamp, but with more included
Feature Comparison
See how Trilo stacks up against Basecamp
TriloBasecampWhat makes Trilo different
A deeper look at the features that matter.
Real Conversations, Not Just Message Boards
Basecamp's Campfire is a basic group chat and its message boards work for async updates. Trilo gives you real-time messaging with infinite threading, AI-powered group conversations, and video calls with automatic transcriptions, all in one place.
AI That Extends Your Team
Basecamp has no AI features. Trilo's AI coworkers participate in conversations, transcribe meetings, draft documents, and create tasks from discussions. They operate as autonomous teammates that work alongside your team around the clock.
Modern Project Tools
Basecamp deliberately limits features to stay simple. Trilo achieves simplicity differently: a clean interface that still includes kanban boards, time tracking, booking links, whiteboards, and spreadsheets when you need them.
Which is right for you?
An honest look at who each tool is best for.
Who Should Choose Basecamp
- You follow the Shape Up methodology and want a tool built around it
- You prefer async-only communication with deliberate slowdowns
- You want an opinionated tool that makes decisions for you
- You do not need AI, video calls, or advanced project views
Ideal customer: Teams who subscribe to Basecamp's philosophy of calm work and prefer deliberate constraints over feature richness.
Who Should Choose Trilo
- You want simplicity with modern features like AI and video calls
- You need real-time chat alongside async communication
- You want autonomous AI coworkers included in your workspace
- You need time tracking, booking links, and whiteboards built in
Ideal customer: Teams who appreciate simplicity but need modern collaboration tools including AI, video, and real-time chat.
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