SteelSync is designed for tech agencies sharing project status with clients. OpenIssue takes a different approach, focused on product teams building in public. Here's how they compare.

Note: This comparison is based on our understanding from publicly available information. We haven't used SteelSync directly, and features may have changed. We encourage you to verify current features on their website.

Common Ground

Both OpenIssue and SteelSync offer:

•Public Linear board synchronization
•Custom submission forms
•File attachment support
•Reply from Linear functionality
•Kanban and list views

Where OpenIssue Differs

Custom Themes & Branding

Make your public board look like your brand. OpenIssue offers full theme customization with colors, fonts, logos, and custom domains.

Community Voting

Let your users vote on features. OpenIssue's voting system helps you understand what your community actually wants, making prioritization easier and more data-driven.

Email Notifications

OpenIssue automatically sends email notifications when issues get updates. Users who submitted feedback or voted stay informed without you lifting a finger.

QR Codes

Generate QR codes for your public boards. Useful for events, product packaging, or any physical touchpoint where you want to direct people to your roadmap.

Pricing

OpenIssue is priced at $29/month with a 14-day free trial to get started.

Different Use Cases

SteelSync is built for agencies sharing project status with clients. If that's your use case, it might be the right fit.

OpenIssue is built for product teams who want to engage their community. Public roadmaps, feature voting, and customer feedback loops.

For our workflows focused on community engagement, SteelSync was missing some critical features. Custom branding, voting, and email notifications.

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