Comparison Guide
SprintPulse vs Retrium (2026)
The modern, AI-first retrospective platform for teams who want results without enterprise overhead.
Quick Verdict
The key differences at a glance
SprintPulse
$17/team/month
- 56% cheaper - $17 vs $39/month
- Advanced AI - Claude Opus 4.6 integration
- Modern integrations - Linear + bi-directional Jira
- 60-second setup - Start retrospectives instantly
- Real-time sync - Spoken timer, facilitator controls
- Forever-free plan - 1 team, 10 members, 3 boards
Retrium
$39/team/month
- Higher cost - 56% more expensive
- No AI features - Manual grouping only
- Limited integrations - One-way Jira export only
- Slower setup - 10-15 min template configuration
- Linear integration available
- SOC 2 certified - Enterprise compliance
Side by Side
Feature Comparison
Detailed comparison for teams who want to see everything.
| Feature | SprintPulse | Retrium |
|---|---|---|
| Time to first retrospective | Under 1 minute | 10-15 minutes |
| Retrospective templates | Proven Plus/Delta format | 100+ templates |
| Real-time collaboration | ||
| Anonymous feedback | ||
| Voting | ||
| Built-in timer | ||
| Timer notifications | Spoken voice | Sound only |
| Facilitator controls | Real-time synced | Guided facilitation |
| Slack integration | ||
| Linear Integration | Full bi-directional sync (Feb 2026) | Not available |
| Jira Integration | Bi-directional sync | One-way export only |
| SOC 2 certification | ||
| GDPR compliant | ||
| Free plan available | Trial only |
Pricing
44-56% cheaper with no compromises
Save $264-$312 per team per year.
| Plan | SprintPulse | Retrium | Annual Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry | $17/team/month | $39/team/month | $264/team |
| Business | $33/team/month | $59/team/month | $312/team |
SprintPulse
1 team, 10 members, 3 boards - forever
Unlimited everything + AI features
Save $264/year vs Retrium
Retrium
Team plan - no AI features
Business plan with SSO
AI Intelligence
The AI difference
SprintPulse runs on Claude Opus 4.6. Retrium 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 using two-step analysis. 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 for future retrospectives.
AI Model Comparison
| Capability | SprintPulse (Claude Opus 4.6) | Retrium |
|---|---|---|
| AI-powered summaries | ||
| AI action item suggestions | ||
| Smart merge (AI grouping) | Manual only | |
| Confidence scores | No confidence indicators | |
| Manual AI refinement | No manual adjustment | |
| AI learning from feedback | No learning capability | |
| Engagement analysis | Weights by votes, comments, reactions | Keyword matching only |
Which tool fits your team?
Choose SprintPulse if...
- You want AI-powered insights and automatic action item generation
- You use Linear or need bi-directional Jira sync
- You want to save 56% on costs
- You value a modern, fast interface without enterprise bloat
- You want a forever-free plan to evaluate properly
Choose Retrium if...
- Your compliance team requires SOC 2 Type II certification
- You rotate through 50+ different retrospective formats regularly
- You're a large enterprise with strict security requirements
- Your data must stay in the US (US-based hosting)
Retrium is a solid choice for larger enterprises with compliance requirements. SprintPulse is built for smaller teams who want results without the overhead.
Honest Assessment
Pros & Cons
SprintPulse
Pros
- 56% cheaper than Retrium
- Advanced AI features with Claude Opus 4.6
- Linear integration
- Bi-directional Jira sync (vs one-way export)
- Forever-free plan available
Cons
- Single retrospective format (Plus/Delta)
- No SOC 2 certification yet
Retrium
Pros
- 100+ retrospective templates
- SOC 2 Type II certified
- Native Jira integration
- Enterprise compliance features
Cons
- No AI-powered features
- 56% higher price ($39 vs $17/month)
- Jira one-way export only (no bi-directional sync)
- Linear integration available
- No 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
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