MS Project without EVM.
TPLANNER with full EVM.
CPI, SPI, EAC, ETC and VAC calculated automatically. Designed for construction, mining and infrastructure. No Microsoft 365 subscription.
No credit card · Permanent free plan
What MS Project doesn't solve well
MS Project is a generic tool. It is not designed for the complexity of the Latin American heavy industry.
Incomplete EVM by default
MS Project calculates basic earned value, but automatic SPI, EAC and VAC in real time require manual configuration or third-party plugins. TPLANNER calculates them automatically.
No industry specialization
MS Project is generic. It has no flows designed for mining CAPEX, energy EPC projects or civil works control by segments.
No AI narrative
Generating the monthly executive report in MS Project takes hours. TPLANNER generates it in seconds with AI: S-curve, traffic lights and analysis paragraph included.
Locked into Microsoft ecosystem
Project Online requires Microsoft 365, uploading data to SharePoint and syncing with Teams. TPLANNER works standalone — no platform dependencies.
TPLANNER vs Microsoft Project
Comparison of key features for engineering teams
| Feature | TPLANNER | MS Project |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | ✓Free (Starter) | ~From $10/mo (requires M365) |
| Full EVM | ✓CPI, SPI, EAC, ETC, VAC | ~Basic — no auto SPI/EAC |
| Multi-level WBS | ✓Up to 7 levels | ✓Up to 10 levels |
| Gantt with critical path | ✓Included in all plans | ✓Included |
| Integrated AI narrative | ✓Automatic executive report | ✗Not included |
| Automatic S-curve | ✓PV vs EV in real time | ✗Requires plugins or manual |
| Interface in Spanish | ✓Native — designed for LatAm | ✓Yes (official translation) |
| No installation | ✓100% web, nothing to install | ~Web (Project Online) + desktop |
| Heavy industries | ✓Constr., mining, energy, infra | ~Generic — no specialization |
| Onboarding < 1 hour | ✓Ready in minutes | ✗Days of learning curve |
Who is TPLANNER for?
✅ TPLANNER is ideal if...
- You work in construction, mining, energy or infrastructure
- You need real EVM (CPI, SPI, EAC) without configuration
- You want automatic AI-powered executive reports
- You don't want to depend on the Microsoft ecosystem
- Your team has 1–50 people
- You want to start with no upfront investment
⚠️ MS Project may be better if...
- You already have Microsoft 365 and actively use Teams
- Your corporate PMO already has workflows in Project Online
- You need native integration with SharePoint or Power BI
- You manage IT projects, not physical engineering
- You need ultra-detailed resources and calendars
Frequently asked questions
Does MS Project have EVM like TPLANNER?
MS Project has basic earned value functionality, but automatic real-time SPI, EAC and VAC calculation requires manual configuration or additional plugins. TPLANNER calculates them automatically.
How much does MS Project cost vs TPLANNER?
Microsoft Project Online Essential costs from $10/user/month and requires Microsoft 365. TPLANNER has a permanent free plan and paid plans from $14.99/month per project.
Can I import my MS Project projects to TPLANNER?
Currently project entry is manual from the WBS. Support for importing .mpp files from Microsoft Project is on the roadmap.
Does TPLANNER generate the S-curve like MS Project?
Yes. TPLANNER generates the cumulative S-curve (PV vs EV vs AC) automatically and includes it in the executive PDF report.
Does TPLANNER have Gantt with predecessors like MS Project?
Yes. TPLANNER's Gantt supports predecessors between activities and calculates the critical path automatically. You can define Finish-to-Start relationships between tasks.
The EVM that MS Project
doesn't give you by default.
WBS · Gantt · EVM · Integrated AI · In Spanish
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