OKRgen vs Operately

OKRgen is web-based guided OKR software that coaches teams while they write objectives and key results, then supports weekly check-ins during a cycle. Its coach flags vague key results and suggests rewrites for objectives. Users can set quarterly or annual cycles and select up to three strategic focus areas. The Free plan includes one seat, one cycle, three objectives, live validation, basic coaching tips and PDF export. Pro adds unlimited cycles, full AI coaching, a health score and strategy import for $19 a month. Team costs $49 a month for the whole team and adds workspaces and roles, shared tracking and an alignment view. Health scoring covers focus, clarity, measurability and alignment. Gold is marked “Coming soon” with a contribution ledger, quarterly snapshots and HR review packs. Users can start free without a credit card.

Operately is open-source goal and project management software for connecting OKR tracking with project execution and built-in check-ins. Teams can manage cascading goals, review progress, and organize work through projects, kanban boards, message boards, documents, and workflows. The codebase is licensed under Apache 2.0. Operately runs on the web, through an API, or as a Docker self-hosted deployment that takes about five minutes to set up. It provides an external API and CLI, plus MCP connections for Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, and other AI clients. API endpoints require tokens, with read-only tokens unable to make mutations. Security features include HTTPS/TLS in transit, encryption for sensitive data at rest, role-based controls, monitoring, and automated backups. When AI features are enabled, content may be sent to OpenAI, and those features can be disabled in account settings. Plans include Free at free, Pro at $49 a month, Business at $149 a month, and Unlimited at $249 a month.