Comparison Guide
SprintPulse vs TeamRetro (2026)
The modern, AI-first retrospective platform for agile teams who want results without enterprise overhead.
Quick Verdict
The key differences at a glance
SprintPulse
$17/team/month
- 19-56% cheaper - $17 vs $21/month
- Advanced AI - Claude Opus 4.6 integration
- Modern integrations - Linear + bi-directional Jira
- 60-second setup - Start retrospectives instantly
- Forever-free plan - 1 team, 10 members, 3 boards
TeamRetro
$21-75/team/month
- Higher cost - 19-56% more expensive
- Standard AI - Basic AI features only
- Health checks - Comprehensive team health radars
- Enterprise compliance - SOC 2 Type II, SSO/SAML
- No free plan - 30-day trial only
Side by Side
Feature Comparison
Detailed comparison for teams who want to see everything.
| Feature | SprintPulse | TeamRetro |
|---|---|---|
| AI Model | Claude Opus 4.6 | Standard AI |
| Time to first retrospective | Under 1 minute | 5-10 minutes |
| Smart Merge | Confidence scores + manual refinement | Auto-grouping only |
| AI-powered summaries | ||
| AI action item suggestions | ||
| Real-time collaboration | ||
| Anonymous feedback | ||
| Voting | ||
| Built-in timer | ||
| Slack integration | ||
| Linear Integration | ||
| Jira Integration | Bi-directional sync | Bi-directional sync |
| Retrospective templates | Proven Plus/Delta format | 80+ templates |
| Team health checks | Mood tracking | Comprehensive health radars |
| Icebreakers | ||
| SSO/SAML | ||
| SOC 2 Type 2 | ||
| GDPR compliant | ||
| Free plan available | 30-day trial only |
Pricing
19-56% cheaper with no compromises
Comparable retrospective features at significantly lower cost.
| Plan | SprintPulse | TeamRetro | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Team | $17/team/month | $21/team/month | 19% cheaper |
| Medium Teams | $20-33/team/month | $50-75/team/month | 34-56% cheaper |
SprintPulse
1 team, 10 members, 3 boards - forever
Unlimited everything + AI features
$170/year with annual billing
TeamRetro
Single team, up to 25 members
30-day trial only
3-6 teams, volume pricing
AI Intelligence
The AI Difference
Both tools offer AI features. SprintPulse delivers more advanced analysis with Claude Opus 4.6.
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
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) | TeamRetro |
|---|---|---|
| AI-powered summaries | ||
| AI action item suggestions | ||
| Smart merge (AI grouping) | ||
| Confidence scores | Not available | |
| Manual AI refinement | Limited | |
| AI learning from feedback | Not available | |
| Engagement analysis | Weights by votes, comments, reactions | Basic keyword matching |
Which tool fits your team?
Choose SprintPulse if...
- You want AI-powered insights with Claude Opus 4.6 and confidence scoring
- You use Linear or need bi-directional Jira sync
- You want to save 19-56% on costs
- You value a modern, fast interface without enterprise bloat
- You want a forever-free plan to evaluate properly
Choose TeamRetro if...
- Your compliance team requires SOC 2 Type II certification
- You require SSO/SAML integration for enterprise security
- You want comprehensive team health checks and radars
- You need 80+ retrospective templates
- You have 25+ teams and need dedicated customer success
TeamRetro 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
- Free plan forever (not 30-day trial)
- 19-56% cheaper ($17 vs $21/month)
- 60-second setup, no configuration
- Claude Opus 4.6 AI with confidence scores
- Bi-directional Linear & Jira integrations
Cons
- No team health checks/radars
- No SOC 2 certification yet
- No SSO/SAML support
TeamRetro
Pros
- Comprehensive team health checks
- SOC 2 Type II certified
- SSO/SAML support
- 80+ retrospective templates
Cons
- No free plan (30-day trial only)
- 19-56% higher price ($21-75 vs $17-33/month)
- Standard AI (no confidence scores or manual refinement)
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
- 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
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