rt
The premium Open Source alternative to Jira Service Management
🎯 Best for:Large organizations requiring complex automation and high-security ticket handling.
What is rt?
A mature, Perl-based ticketing system designed for high-volume enterprise environments and complex workflows. It features a robust API, PGP support, and extensive custom field capabilities.
Tech Stack
PerlSupport & Helpdesk
Why rt?
- • Extremely flexible automation (Scrips)
- • Proven stability over 20+ years
- • Comprehensive REST API
Limitations
- • Steep learning curve for Perl
- • Dated default user interface
- • Complex initial configuration
3/5/2026
Last Update
280
Forks
80
Issues
GPL-2.0
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,800
/ year (est. based on Jira Service Management)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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