Kollabe vs Metro Retro

Comprehensive comparison of sprint retrospective tools to help you choose the best platform for your agile team's continuous improvement process

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Kollabe

Purpose-built retrospective tool for productive teams

Starting Price

$25/month

per team Space, unlimited users & meetings

Start retrospectives instantly, no signup required

1000+ themed templates and formats

AI-powered insights and grouping

Built-in ice breakers and team activities

Customizable workflow builder to fit your process

Action item management and tracking

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Metro Retro

Engaging, visual retrospective & workshop whiteboard

Starting Price

$39/month

Starter plan: 1 team (up to 20 users), billed annually

100+ fun, customizable templates including icebreakers

Facilitator tools: private input, voting, timers, confetti

Real-time collaborative canvas with interactive UX

Jira import/export & CSV/PDF board export

EU-hosted, GDPR-compliant, SSO and guest controls

The Bottom Line

Save 30-70% on costs
Start retros 5x faster
Save 15+ min per retro
Boost team productivity
Metro Retro turns retrospectives into a creative, interactive experience—but its recent shift to paid-only plans and limits like 20 seats per team introduce friction. Kollabe offers the same instant, no‑signup access, unlimited participants and boards, plus structured facilitation and AI-generated insights, making it better suited for fast-paced agile teams looking for both fun and function.

See Kollabe in Action

Get a glimpse of how simple and intuitive running retrospectives can be. This quick demo shows a live retrospective session in Kollabe.

No signup needed - start instantly

Real-time collaboration as team members add feedback

AI grouping organizes similar ideas automatically

Clean, focused interface that keeps teams engaged

Trusted by thousands of teams worldwide

Join the community of teams building better practices together

10,000+

Active Teams

25%

250,000+

Retrospectives Run

40%

4.8/5

User Satisfaction

Join thousands of teams improving their retrospectives with Kollabe

Start Winning From Day One

See immediate improvements in your retrospectives
Instant Setup

No IT tickets, no installations. Start your first retro in seconds

< 10 seconds to start
Cost Savings

Save up to 70% compared to enterprise retrospective tools

30-70% lower cost
Time Saved

AI-powered summaries save 15+ minutes per retrospective

15+ min saved/retro
Team Productivity

Better insights lead to more effective sprint improvements

25% better outcomes

Pros and Cons

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Kollabe
Kollabe Advantages

Zero friction setup - start immediately without accounts

AI-powered insights and grouping reduce manual effort

Extensive template library for various meeting formats

Built-in ice breakers and music improve team engagement

Mobile-first design works perfectly on all devices

Transparent pricing with generous free tier


Kollabe Limitations

Advanced features require premium subscription

Very customizable, which may overwhelm some users

No native desktop or mobile app, web-only

No offline mode available

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Metro Retro
Metro Retro Advantages

Highly visual and engaging board experience

Rich template library and playful UX elements (confetti, hats)

Facilitator controls support structured retros

Jira integration, CSV/PDF exports and replay history

GDPR compliant, EU-hosted with SSO and guest roles


Metro Retro Limitations

No more free tier—must pay after trial ends

Starter plan limited to 20 licensed seats

No AI insights or automatic summarization

Less enterprise analytics or tracking over time

Fun UX may distract from structured, data-driven retros

Which Tool Is Right for Your Team?

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Choose Kollabe If:

You want to start retrospectives immediately without setup barriers

Your team includes external participants or frequent guests

You value AI-powered insights to streamline retrospective analysis

Mobile access is important for your hybrid/remote team

You want a custom built solution that fits your unique workflow

You want built-in team building activities

You're looking for transparent, affordable pricing

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Choose Metro Retro If:

Teams wanting a playful, engaging board experience

Organizations prioritising EU-hosted, GDPR-compliant tools

Workshops, planning sessions, or creative retros

Facilitators using visual aids, timers, and voting

Teams that value structured board controls with flair

Making the Switch

Metro Retro offers a delightful UX and structured workshops, but its seat limits and lack of AI insights can hamper scale and team growth. Kollabe delivers unlimited, login-free retro sessions with built-in AI summaries and facilitation structure—so you can enjoy Metro's playfulness while keeping retrospectives fast, inclusive, and insight-rich.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about switching to Kollabe

Switching is incredibly simple! Since Kollabe requires no signup to start, you can run your next retro on Kollabe immediately. Just share the Kollabe link with your team instead of your usual tool. Your team will appreciate the instant access and enhanced features from day one.

Kollabe offers transparent, team-based pricing at $25/month for unlimited users and retrospectives. This is typically 30-70% less expensive than per-user pricing models. Plus, we have a generous free tier that's perfect for small teams or trying out the platform.

Yes! Kollabe takes data security seriously. We use industry-standard encryption for all data in transit and at rest. Your retrospective data is private and secure, with optional password protection for sensitive sessions. We follow security best practices to keep your team's information safe.

Kollabe includes all core retrospective features plus unique additions like AI-powered insights, built-in ice breakers, and instant setup without signup. While some tools may have specific niche features, Kollabe focuses on what teams actually use and need for effective retrospectives.

We provide comprehensive support including live chat, email support, detailed documentation, video tutorials, and for premium customers, dedicated onboarding assistance. Our average response time is under 2 hours during business hours.

Yes! You can start using Kollabe immediately without any signup! For premium features, we offer a 14-day free trial with no credit card required. This gives you full access to test everything with your team.

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