External Data for Jira Fields vs Checklists for Jira (Free) by HeroCoders

External Data for Jira Fields edges out Checklists for Jira (Free) by HeroCoders on rating (4.9★ vs 4.8★), but the gap is small enough that pricing fit and feature differentiation should drive the decision more than the headline number. On pricing, Checklists for Jira (Free) by HeroCoders offers a free tier (Free) while External Data for Jira Fields starts at From $0/yr. The free option meaningfully reduces evaluation cost, particularly for stores at sub-1K monthly orders where the entry-paid tier can outpace the value delivered. Checklists for Jira (Free) by HeroCoders has the larger user base (1,007 reviews vs 86), which usually maps to broader integration coverage, faster bug-fix cadence, and a deeper bench of community workflow patterns. External Data for Jira Fields's smaller cohort can be an advantage for niche workflows where the bigger app has accumulated bloat. Recommended by store size: small/early-stage merchants who need fast install and low risk should default to External Data for Jira Fields; mid-market and enterprise merchants with specific feature requirements should evaluate both — Checklists for Jira (Free) by HeroCoders's 1,007-review base may include the workflow context that matches your specific use case better than External Data for Jira Fields's broader-but-shallower coverage. This verdict is generated from the live marketplace data on this page — rating, review count, pricing tier, and category position all refresh from the canonical Atlassian Marketplace listing every 24 hours. AppRanks does not accept payment to influence comparison outcomes; the methodology is documented on the About page and applies identically to every pair on the site.

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