If your team uses Jira, you already know the drill. Someone creates a bug report with three words in the description. A new hire files a story without acceptance criteria. Two project managers set up the same recurring epic from scratch — each with a slightly different structure.
Jira’s built-in templates have improved over the past few years, but they still don’t handle pre-filled custom fields, dynamic variables, or multi-level issue hierarchies. For that, you need a Marketplace app.
We reviewed the top 6 Jira template apps available on the Atlassian Marketplace in 2026. For each one, you’ll find what it actually does, what it costs (real numbers, not vague “per-user tier” descriptions), and where it falls short. We also included a side-by-side comparison table so you can see all six.
So, let’s break them down.
How We Chose These Apps
Every app in this list meets four criteria:
• Cloud Fortified on the Atlassian Marketplace — Atlassian’s highest trust tier for reliability, security, and support
• Minimum 30+ reviews (with one exception: Smart Templates, included for its unique scheduling feature)
• Active development — all six apps released updates within the last 90 days
• Free tier available — each app is free for up to 10 users, so you can evaluate before committing
We pulled ratings, install counts, and pricing directly from the Atlassian Marketplace in April 2026.
1. Easy Issue Templates for Jira — AppLiger
Our pick for teams that want simplicity across every Jira deployment type.
View on Atlassian Marketplace →
| Rating | 4.4 / 5 (78 reviews) |
| Installs | ~2,140 |
| Platforms | Cloud, Data Center, |
| Free tier | Up to 10 users |
| Pricing. Cloud (100 users) | $75/month. Pls note that pricing differers between Cloud and DC versions. |
| Badges | Runs on Atlassian · Cloud Fortified · Bug Bounty · SOC 2 · Government Cloud |
Easy Issue Templates lets you save any Jira issue — including epics, stories, and full subtask hierarchies — as a reusable template. When someone creates a new issue, they select a template from a dropdown on the Create screen, and the summary, description, and custom fields are automatically pre-filled.
The app supports dynamic field expressions (auto-calculated dates, field references, variables) and integrates with Jira Automation, so you can trigger template creation from workflow rules without manual input.
Easy Issue Templates also integrates with Atlassian Rovo — Atlassian’s AI platform. You can use Rovo agents to help create templates using AI, which means less time building templates from scratch and more consistency across AI-generated Jira issues. Where Rovo on its own can produce generic or unstructured tickets from vague prompts, pairing it with Easy Issue Templates ensures that every AI-created issue follows your team’s predefined structure — with the right fields, hierarchy, and context-specific variables already in place.
What stands out: This is one of the few template apps that still support both Jira hosting types — Cloud and Data Center — and it’s one of the few listed in Atlassian’s Rovo collection, combining AI-powered creation with structured templates. If your organization operates in a mixed environment or wants to bring AI into its Jira workflows without sacrificing consistency, it matters.
Pros:
• Fastest support response in the category — reviewers consistently mention same-day bug fixes and personal follow-ups from the AppLiger team
• Audit Log, Automation, and REST API integration available from the start
• Built entirely on Atlassian Forge, which means all data stays within Atlassian’s infrastructure — no external servers, no data egress
• Works across Cloud, Data Center — rare in 2026, when most competitors have gone Cloud-only
• Simple, no-setup-required UX — installs and works out of the box without admin configuration overhead
• Rovo integration — one of the few template apps that works with Atlassian’s AI platform to bring structure to AI-generated issues
Cons:
• Some users report latency when creating issues from complex templates due to the nuances of Jira & Forge architecture
Best for: Teams that want fast, reliable template creation across any Jira deployment type without a complex setup process. Especially useful for organizations still running a Data Center alongside Cloud.
Pro tip: You can combine Easy Issue Templates with Jira Automation rules to auto-create templated issues on triggers — for example, creating a standard onboarding checklist every time a new employee issue is filed or creating a set of structured Epics when a new Project (Space) is added.
2. Issue Templates for Jira — Deviniti
The enterprise choice for organizations that need governance, reporting, and maximum feature depth.
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| Rating | 3.9 / 5 (124 reviews) |
| Installs | ~4,935 (largest in category) |
| Platforms | Cloud, Data Center, Server |
| Free tier | Up to 10 users (Standard) |
| Pricing. Cloud (100 users) | ~$108/month Standard (~$1,250/year), $125/month Advanced |
| Badges | Cloud Fortified · Runs on Atlassian · Bug Bounty · Government Cloud |
Deviniti’s Issue Templates for Jira is the most mature app in this category — it launched in 2012 and has the largest install base by far. The Standard edition covers multi-repository support (separate template libraries per project or team), Smart Defaults for context-aware field population, and full custom field hierarchy support.
The Advanced edition adds default templates (auto-apply when creating issues), fine-grained visibility rules, usage reports, and REST API triggers for programmatic template creation.
What stands out: If you need to manage hundreds of templates across dozens of teams with reporting on who’s using what, Deviniti is the most capable option. It also supports JSM Customer Portal and has an Atlassian Intelligence integration.
Pros:
• Largest install base (5,000+) and longest track record — the most battle-tested option with extensive documentation
• Most comprehensive feature set: multi-repository, reports, REST API, JSM portal, Atlassian Intelligence
• Responsive support team — recent reviewers praise individual support agents by name
Cons:
• Most expensive app at scale — $1,250/year for 100 users on the Standard plan; the Advanced plan costs more
• Complex setup with no clear onboarding flow — requires creating a separate Jira project (s) to keep the templates library
• Recent reliability concerns — multiple reviews from early 2025 report a prolonged “degraded experience” incident that created orphaned child tickets
Best for: Large enterprises with diverse teams that need advanced governance, template usage reporting, and multi-repository management. Be prepared for a higher setup investment.
Quick note: Deviniti uses a custom EULA (not the standard Atlassian agreement), which can add friction during procurement. Check with your legal team before purchasing.
3. Issue Templates Agent — Appsvio
The best value for Cloud-first teams that want enterprise features without enterprise pricing.
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| Rating | 4.7 / 5 (49 reviews) |
| Installs | ~2,305 |
| Platforms | Cloud only |
| Free tier | Up to 10 users |
| Pricing (100 users) | ~$75/month (Standard) · ~$100/month (Advanced) |
| Badges | Cloud Fortified · Runs on Atlassian · Government Cloud · SOC 2 |
Appsvio’s Issue Templates Agent is also built entirely on Atlassian Forge, which means all data stays within Atlassian’s infrastructure — no external servers, no data egress. It supports 12+ data residency regions and is available on Atlassian Government Cloud.
The app handles hierarchical templating (Epic → Story → Subtask) directly from the Create screen, supports template import/export for sharing across instances, and includes JSM Customer Portal support for standardizing customer-facing request forms.
What stands out: At 100 users, the Standard plan costs $1,000/year vs. Deviniti’s $1,250 — a 20% savings — with a higher user rating (3.8 vs. 3.1). The pricing advantage grows at larger tiers: 500 users cost $2,125/year vs. Deviniti’s $2,690.
Pros:
• Best price-to-feature ratio in the category — consistently cheaper than Deviniti at every user tier
• 100% Forge with 12+ data residency regions and Government Cloud support — the strongest security posture of any template app
• JSM Customer Portal support for standardizing customer-facing request forms
Cons:
• Cloud-only — no Data Center or Server support
• Audit Log, Automation, and REST API integration locked behind the Advanced tier (additional cost)
• Built-in scheduling for recurring issues is still listed as “coming soon.”
Best for: Cloud-first teams looking for the best balance of features, price, and data security. A strong alternative to Deviniti if you don’t need Data Center support.
4. Templating.app — Seibert Group
View on Atlassian Marketplace →
| Rating | 4.8 / 5 (76 reviews) — highest in category |
| Installs | ~1,208 |
| Platforms | Cloud only (includes Government Cloud) |
| Free tier | Up to 10 users |
| Pricing (100 users) | $50/month |
| Badges | Cloud Fortified · Runs on Atlassian · Bug Bounty · ISO 27001 |
Templating.app by Seibert Group (an Atlassian Platinum Solution Partner) has the broadest scope of any app on this list. It issues templates — epic, story, and subtask hierarchies with variables and custom fields — but it also templates entire Jira projects, including boards, workflows, and permission schemes.
Non-admin users can create fully configured Jira projects from admin-approved templates, eliminating the need for a Jira admin to manually set up each new project.
What stands out: If your organization spins up similar projects repeatedly (client onboarding, product launches, sprint setups), Templating.app is the only tool that lets you standardize the entire project structure, not just the issues inside it.
Pros:
• Highest rating in the category (3.9/4) with 76 reviews — consistent praise for reducing manual project setup
• ISO 27001 certified vendor; supports Atlassian Government Cloud and full data residency
Cons:
• Cloud-only — no Data Center or Server support
• The breadth of features (project templates, granular permissions) creates overhead if you only need basic issue templates
• Smallest install base (~1,185) among the apps reviewed
Best for: Organizations that need to standardize both project configuration and issue creation across their Jira instance. Particularly useful in agencies, consulting firms, and companies that run many similarly structured projects.
5. Issue Templates Pro — Narva Software
The simplest path to consistent bug reports and user stories — no admin overhead required.
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| Rating | 4.2 / 5 (53 reviews) |
| Installs | ~2,167 |
| Platforms | Cloud only |
| Free tier | Up to 10 users |
| Pricing (100 users) | $45/month |
| Badges | Cloud Fortified · Runs on Atlassian · Bug Bounty · SOC 2 |
Issue Templates Pro takes a deliberately narrow approach: it standardizes issue descriptions and summaries by auto-applying templates based on the issue type you select. There’s no manual template picker — when you create a “Bug” issue, the Bug description template appears automatically.
The app is built 100% on Forge, so there’s no data egress outside Atlassian’s infrastructure. Project admins can create and manage their own templates without requiring Jira admin rights, which speeds rollout for decentralized teams.
What stands out: This is the lowest-friction option on this list. If your biggest pain point is inconsistent bug reports or incomplete user stories, Issue Templates Pro solves it with near-zero setup.
Pros:
• Simple setup — works immediately after install; project admins self-serve without Jira admin involvement
• 100% Forge — no data egress, which simplifies GDPR compliance and security assessments
• Automatic template application based on issue type — zero user interaction needed beyond selecting the issue type
Cons:
• Cloud-only — no Data Center or Server support
• Limited scope — descriptions and summaries only; no full hierarchy or subtask automation
Best for: Teams whose primary problem is inconsistent issue descriptions and who want the absolute fastest path to standardization. Not the right pick if you need complex hierarchy templates or cross-project template management.
6. Smart Templates — TitanApps
The only app with a built-in scheduler for recurring issue creation.
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| Rating | 5 / 5 (5 reviews) |
| Installs | ~231 |
| Platforms | Cloud, Data Center |
| Free tier | Up to 10 users |
| Pricing (100 users) | ~$45/month |
| Badges | Cloud Fortified · Runs on Atlassian · Bug Bounty |
Smart Templates by TitanApps (a Railsware product) covers the standard template feature set — full hierarchy, dynamic variables, custom fields, Jira Automation integration — but adds something no other app on this list offers: a built-in scheduler.
The scheduler lets you automatically create Jira issues from templates at set intervals. Monthly compliance audits, recurring payroll tasks, weekly status report templates — set it once, and the issues appear on schedule.
What stands out: If your use case involves recurring processes tracked in Jira, the native scheduler eliminates the need to build Jira Automation rules or rely on external scheduling tools.
Pros:
• Only app with a built-in scheduler for automated recurring issue creation
• Perfect 4.0/4 rating (though based on just 5 reviews)
• Supports both Cloud and Data Center
Cons:
• Very small install base (217) and only 5 reviews — not enough data to validate the rating at scale
• Newer app (2023) with a narrower feature set compared to mature competitors
• Data Center version covers Jira v8.20.0–9.17.5 only — not compatible with Jira DC v10+ or v11+
Best for: Finance, HR, IT ops, and compliance teams that manage recurring processes in Jira and want automated scheduled issue creation without external tooling.
Important: The small install base and review count mean this app hasn’t been tested as broadly as the others. We’d recommend evaluating it carefully during the free trial before committing.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| App | Rating | Installs | Free Tier | Price (100u/mo) | Cloud | DC | Server | AGC | Rovo | Key Strength |
| Easy Issue Templates — AppLiger | 4.4/5 (78) | ~2,140 | ≤10 users | ~$75 | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | All 3 platforms + Rovo AI + fast support |
| Issue Templates — Deviniti | 3.9/5 (124) | ~4,935 | ≤10 users | ~$108-$125 | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | Most features + largest install base |
| Issue Templates Agent — Appsvio | 4.7/5 (49) | ~2,305 | ≤10 users | ~$75-$100 | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | Good value + Government Cloud |
| Templating.app — Seibert | 4.8/5 (76) | ~1,208 | ≤10 users | ~$50 | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ | Project + issue templates |
| Issue Templates Pro — Narva | 4.2/5 (53) | ~2,167 | ≤10 users | ~$45 | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | Simplest setup, auto-apply |
| Smart Templates — TitanApps | 5/5 (5) | ~231 | ≤10 users | ~$45 | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | Built-in scheduler |
Quick note on pricing: All apps use Atlassian’s tiered per-user billing. Annual billing saves approximately 16% (you pay for 10 months but get 12). For exact pricing at your user count, use the pricing calculator on each app’s Marketplace listing. The figures above reflect May 2026 data, confirmed where possible from vendor pricing pages and third-party comparisons.
Which App Should You Pick?
There’s no universal best answer — it depends on your environment, your complexity needs, and your budget. Here’s a quick decision guide:
| If you need… | Consider… |
| Cloud, Data Center, and Server support | Easy Issue Templates (AppLiger) or Issue Templates (Deviniti) |
| Maximum feature depth + enterprise governance | Issue Templates (Deviniti) |
| Best price-to-feature ratio on Cloud | Issue Templates Agent (Appsvio) |
| Full project and board standardization | Templating.app (Seibert) |
| Simplest, lowest-friction description templates | Issue Templates Pro (Narva) |
| Automated recurring issue creation | Smart Templates (TitanApps) |
| Government Cloud or strict data residency | Issue Templates Agent (Appsvio) or Templating.app (Seibert) |
Every app on this list is free for teams up to 10 users and offers a 30-day free trial. The best way to decide is to install the one or two that match your requirements and test them with your actual workflows.
If you want the fastest path to consistent Jira tickets without complex setup, give Easy Issue Templates a try — it’s free for up to 10 users and works across Cloud, Data Center, and Server.
FAQs
Does Jira have built-in issue templates?
Jira Cloud has native project templates and basic issue-type configurations, but it doesn’t support pre-filled custom fields, dynamic variables, or multi-level hierarchy creation. If you need to standardize how issues are created — with pre-populated descriptions, subtasks, and custom field values — you need a Marketplace app. All six apps on this list integrate with Jira’s native Create Issue screen and work alongside Jira’s existing issue-type configurations.
What is the best free Jira template app?
All six apps offer a free tier for up to 10 users with no time limit. For small teams evaluating their options, Easy Issue Templates by AppLiger and Issue Templates Agent by Appsvio offer the most complete feature set on their free plans — including hierarchy templates and custom field support.
Can I use Jira templates on Data Center?
Only three of the six apps in this review support Data Center: Easy Issue Templates (AppLiger), Issue Templates (Deviniti), and Smart Templates (TitanApps). The other three — Appsvio, Templating.app, and Narva — are Cloud-only. If you’re on Data Center, this narrows your options significantly.
How much do Jira template apps cost?
Most apps follow Atlassian’s standard pricing model: free for up to 10 users, then per-user tiered billing above that. For a team of 100 users, expect to pay between $75 and $120 per month, depending on the app. Deviniti is the most expensive at ~$104/month (Standard plan, billed at $1,250/year). All apps offer 30-day free trials regardless of team size.
What’s the difference between issue templates and project templates in Jira?
Issue templates pre-fill fields when you create individual Jira issues — bugs, stories, tasks, epics. Jira has project/space templates option that allows cloning entire project configurations, including boards, workflows, permission schemes, and issue type setups, but only for Enterprise+ edition
Are Jira template apps secure?
All six apps in this list hold Cloud Fortified status — Atlassian’s highest trust tier, which requires meeting strict standards for reliability, security, and support. Apps labeled “Runs on Atlassian” (Forge-based) store all data entirely within Atlassian’s own infrastructure, with no external data transfer. For regulated industries, Easy Issie Templates by Appliger, Deviniti, Appsvio and Templating.app support Atlassian Government Cloud.
Pricing and ratings data sourced from the Atlassian Marketplace in April 2026. Additional pricing confirmed via Appsvio’s published comparison (November 2025). For exact, up-to-date pricing at your user count, use the pricing calculator on each app’s Marketplace listing.
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