Comparison Guide
SprintPulse vs GoRetro (2026)
33-41% cheaper with focused AI-powered retrospectives vs full sprint lifecycle management.
Quick Verdict
The key differences at a glance
SprintPulse
$17/team/month
- 33-41% cheaper - $17 vs $29/month
- Advanced AI - Summaries, action items, smart merge
- Linear integration - Bi-directional sync GoRetro lacks
- Bi-directional Jira - Two-way sync with webhook updates
- Real-time facilitation - Spoken timer, synced navigation
- Forever-free plan - 1 team, 10 members, 3 boards
GoRetro
$29/team/month
- Higher cost - 33-41% more expensive
- No AI features - Manual grouping only
- Linear integration available
- Sprint monitoring dashboard - Full lifecycle visibility
- Planning poker + capacity calculator
- 40+ templates - Variety of retro formats
- SOC 2 Type II - Enterprise compliance certified
Side by Side
Feature Comparison
GoRetro has sprint lifecycle tools. SprintPulse has intelligence.
| Feature | SprintPulse | GoRetro |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Forever free | Limited trial |
| AI-powered summaries | ||
| AI action item suggestions | ||
| Smart merge with confidence scores | Manual only | |
| Linear Integration | Full bi-directional sync (Feb 2026) | Not available |
| Jira Integration | Bi-directional sync | Bi-directional sync |
| Facilitator controls | Real-time synced | Basic controls |
| Timer notifications | Spoken voice | Sound only |
| Templates | 1 focused format | 40+ templates |
| Sprint monitoring dashboard | ||
| Planning poker | ||
| Capacity calculator | ||
| SOC 2 Compliance | Not certified | SOC 2 Type II |
| Anonymous feedback | ||
| Slack integration |
Pricing
33-41% cheaper with more intelligence
Save $144-$192 per team per year.
| Plan | SprintPulse | GoRetro | Annual Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pro/Premium | $17/team/month | $29/team/month | $144/team |
| Business/Pro | $33/team/month | $49/team/month | $192/team |
SprintPulse
1 team, 10 members, 3 boards - forever
Unlimited everything + AI features
Save $144/year vs GoRetro
GoRetro
Very limited functionality
Public boards only
Team/Pro plans with sprint management
No AI features
AI Intelligence
The AI difference
SprintPulse runs on Claude Opus 4.6. GoRetro doesn't offer AI features. Here's what that means for your retrospectives.
AI-Generated Summaries
Get a clear, shareable summary of your retrospective that stakeholders can actually read - generated instantly after each session.
Suggested Action Items
AI analyzes your feedback and suggests concrete next steps - so you leave every retro with a clear improvement plan, not just notes.
Smart Merge with Confidence Scores
AI identifies related feedback and groups them together. Shows confidence scores (High/Medium/Low) so you know when to trust suggestions.
Manual Refinement (Exclusive)
Remove incorrectly grouped items, add items to different groups, create custom groups from ungrouped items. The AI learns from your adjustments.
AI Model Comparison
| Capability | SprintPulse (Claude Opus 4.6) | GoRetro |
|---|---|---|
| AI-powered summaries | ||
| AI action item suggestions | ||
| Smart merge (AI grouping) | Manual only | |
| Confidence scores | Not available | |
| Manual AI refinement | Not available | |
| AI learning from feedback | Not available | |
| Engagement analysis | Weights by votes, comments, reactions | Not available |
Which tool fits your team?
Choose SprintPulse if...
- You want AI-powered insights that turn discussions into action
- You use Linear (exclusive integration) or need bi-directional Jira sync
- You want to save 33-41% on retrospective tools
- You prefer focused tools over all-in-one platforms
- You want a forever-free plan to evaluate properly
Choose GoRetro if...
- You need an all-in-one sprint management platform (planning, monitoring, retros)
- You want planning poker and capacity calculators included
- You need sprint monitoring dashboards beyond retrospectives
- You rotate through many retrospective formats (40+ templates)
- Your compliance team requires SOC 2 Type II certification
GoRetro is a solid choice for teams wanting full sprint lifecycle management. SprintPulse is built for teams who want the best possible retrospective experience.
Honest Assessment
Pros & Cons
SprintPulse
Pros
- 33-41% cheaper than GoRetro
- Advanced AI features with Claude Opus 4.6
- Linear integration
- Bi-directional Jira sync
- Forever-free plan available
Cons
- No sprint monitoring dashboard
- No planning poker
- No capacity calculator
- Only 1 retrospective format
- No SOC 2 certification
GoRetro
Pros
- All-in-one sprint lifecycle platform
- Sprint monitoring dashboard
- Planning poker and capacity calculator
- 40+ retrospective templates
- SOC 2 Type II certified
Cons
- 33-41% higher price ($29-49 vs $17-33/month)
- No AI-powered features
- Linear integration available
- Limited free plan (trial only)
What's New in SprintPulse
Since our last comparison update, SprintPulse has significantly enhanced its platform.
AI Upgrades
Feb 1-4, 2026
- Claude Opus 4.6 - All AI features upgraded to Anthropic's flagship model
- Smart Merge v2 - Confidence scores + manual refinement options
- Engagement Analysis - AI now weights suggestions by votes, comments, and reactions
Integration Expansion
Feb 5-8, 2026
- Linear Integration - Full bi-directional sync - exclusive among major retro tools
- Jira Cloud - True bi-directional sync with automatic webhook updates
- Slack Enhancements - Connect directly from board creation wizard
Facilitation Excellence
Jan 23 - Feb 5, 2026
- Facilitator-Led Navigation - Real-time synchronized step progression
- Spoken Timer - Voice announcements when time is up
- Role Clarity - Only active facilitator sees controls, eliminating confusion
FAQ
Common Questions
Ready to Choose?
SprintPulse: 40% cheaper, better AI, Linear integration, focused retrospectives
GoRetro: Full sprint lifecycle, planning poker, capacity planning, SOC 2
Free tier includes: 1 team, up to 10 members, 3 boards, all AI features on trial, Linear and Jira integration