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Kan
Open-source kanban board with Trello import, self-hosting, roles and activity logs.
Kan at a glance
- Platform
- Web, Self-hosted
- Upgrades
- You can upgrade while the deal is live and downgrade only within 60 days. Future AI models may come at a discount or need an add-on.
- Support
- The founder is expected to respond within 24 hours, with Discord, an FAQ and GitHub.
Our take
Is Kan worth buying?
Based on the AppSumo listing, Kan is an open-source kanban tool with self-hosting and a Trello import, sold in three tiers by member count. The listing showed the deal as sold out when checked. The vendor started in 2025.
Good fit if
- You want a self-hostable Trello style board.
- You are moving boards over from Trello.
- You want roles and activity logs for a small team.
Skip it if
- You need the deal to be open today.
- You already have a Kan account.
- You need advanced planning or reporting tools.
Which Kan plan do you need?
Prices in USD, excluding tax.
| License Tier 1 | License Tier 2 | License Tier 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Members | 5 | 15 | Unlimited |
| Boards | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| File uploads | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Workspaces | Not stated | 2 | 4 |
Before you buy: AppSumo's terms and extra costs
- Refund. Refundable within 60 days, per the AppSumo listing.
- Redeem. Activate within 60 days of purchase. The deal is for new Kan users only.
- Upgrades. You can upgrade while the deal is live and downgrade only within 60 days. Future AI models may come at a discount or need an add-on.
- Support. The founder is expected to respond within 24 hours, with Discord, an FAQ and GitHub.
- Platform. Kan cloud, or self-hosted with Docker Compose and PostgreSQL.
What is Kan?
Kan is an open-source kanban board you can run on Kan's cloud or self-host with Docker Compose and PostgreSQL. It offers boards, lists, cards, comments, assignees, due dates, labels, activity logs, admin roles and a Trello import. The deal is sold through AppSumo as three license tiers that scale members and workspaces, and the listing showed it as sold out when checked.
What Kan says it does
- Open-source code with a self-hosting option
- Import existing Trello boards
- Unlimited boards and unlimited file uploads
- Activity log of every change to cards and boards
Why Kan
It gives teams a Trello style board they can host and control themselves. Member and workspace counts depend on the tier, and the vendor is a young bootstrapped company founded in 2025.
How does Kan work?
Activate the license
Buy on AppSumo and activate within 60 days.
Choose cloud or self-host
Use Kan's cloud, or run it yourself with Docker Compose.
Import from Trello
Bring existing Trello boards across.
Invite your team
Invite members with links, set roles and board visibility.
Run your boards
Move cards, assign work, set due dates and review the activity log.
Then it handles:
- Kanban boards and lists
- Trello board import
- Assignees, labels and due dates
- Comments and mentions
- Roles and per-board visibility
- Self-hosting
Who is Kan for?
Built for
- Teams leaving Trello over price or lock-in
- Technical teams that want to self-host
- Small teams that want roles and activity logs
Not for
- Buyers who need the deal to be open today, as it showed sold out
- Teams that already have an existing Kan account, since the deal is for new users
- People who need advanced reporting or timelines
What is included in Kan?
Boards
- Unlimited boards
- Checklists, labels and filters
- Board templates
- Intelligent search
Team and control
- Roles and permissions higher tiers
- Google SSO
- Activity log
- Custom branding higher tiers
Hosting
- Open source
- Self-hosting Docker Compose and PostgreSQL
- Integrations GitHub and Trello
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What is Kan?
An open-source kanban board tool you can use on Kan's cloud or self-host, with a Trello import.
Is the deal available?
The AppSumo page showed it as sold out with a notify option when checked.
How do the tiers differ?
By members: 5, 15 or unlimited. Per the founder's update, Tier 2 has 2 workspaces and Tier 3 has 4.
Can I self-host?
Yes, with Docker Compose and PostgreSQL, according to the listing.
What is the refund policy?
Refundable within 60 days. You must activate within 60 days of purchase.
Who can buy it?
New Kan users only. Prior accounts, trials or paid plans do not qualify.
Often compared with
These are other tools in the same space, not deals on GrabLTD.
- Trello
- Planka
- Wekan
- Linear
- Asana
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