Workflow Automation

Plan

Write crontab files in Python with ease.

Status
UnmaintainedNo commits in 2295 days.
Last checked
Checked · Oct 10, 2026
License
Open source
Pricing
Free tier · from $0

What it is

Plan allows developers to write cron jobs using Python syntax, making it easier and more intuitive to schedule tasks. It simplifies the process of managing scheduled tasks by leveraging Python's readability and power.

Plan stands out by offering a more intuitive and readable approach to managing scheduled tasks through the use of Python, making it easier for developers to integrate scheduling into their applications.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

A good fit for

  • Developers who prefer using Python for all aspects of their application, including task scheduling.

  • Teams that need a more maintainable and readable way to manage cron jobs.

Look elsewhere if

  • Projects requiring real-time or near-real-time task execution as Plan is based on cron.

  • Environments where traditional crontab files are preferred over Python-based solutions.

Known weaknesses

Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.

  1. 01

    Small community and limited third-party integrations

    GitHub repository shows low activity compared to more established scheduling tools like Celery or Airflow

What it does well

  • Write cron jobs using Python syntax

  • Easier management of scheduled tasks

  • Improved readability and maintainability

Pricing

Free tier
YesOpen source — free to use
Paid from
$0
Model
Flat rate
Enterprise plan
No

Pricing not independently confirmed — check the vendor’s page.

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