Retrospective Templates
Pick a format, read how to facilitate it, and open the board in one click. Every template is free, works in real time and needs no account.
Hopes and Concerns
Surface what the team hopes for and worries about before a project, quarter or big change. Perfect for kick-offs.
⏱ 30–45 minKick-offs & planningFor new teamsUse this template →Genie in a Bottle
A playful wish-based retro: what would you wish for the team, for yourself and for others? Great for creativity and morale.
⏱ 40–50 minFunTeam healthUse this template →Mad Sad Glad
Emotion-first retro: what made the team mad, sad and glad. Ideal after a stressful sprint or to check team morale.
⏱ 45–60 minAfter a tough sprintTeam healthUse this template →4Ls
Liked, Learned, Lacked, Longed for. A balanced retro that captures lessons and what's missing, not just problems.
⏱ 45–60 minFor new teamsKick-offs & planningUse this template →Start Stop Continue
The classic three-column retro: what to start doing, stop doing and keep doing. Fast, clear, action-oriented.
⏱ 30–45 minFor new teamsQuick (15–30 min)Use this template →Speed Car
Engine, parachute and abyss: what pushes the team forward, what holds it back and which risks lie ahead.
⏱ 45–60 minFunKick-offs & planningUse this template →Joy Fear Excitement
An emotional check-in that looks back and forward: what brought joy, what the team fears and what excites it.
⏱ 40–50 minTeam healthKick-offs & planningUse this template →I Like, I Wish, What If
A constructive feedback format from design thinking: what you like, what you wish were different and what if we tried…
⏱ 30–45 minFor new teamsQuick (15–30 min)Use this template →Worked Well, Kinda Worked, Didn't Work
A three-level retro that adds the missing middle: what worked, what kinda worked and what didn't.
⏱ 30–45 minQuick (15–30 min)For new teamsUse this template →Rose Bud Thorn
Roses (what went well), buds (what's starting to grow) and thorns (what hurt). Gentle, quick and balanced.
⏱ 30–45 minTeam healthQuick (15–30 min)Use this template →KALM
Keep, Add, Less, More: adjust the volume of your practices instead of just starting or stopping them.
⏱ 40–50 minQuick (15–30 min)For new teamsUse this template →Fun Retrospective
Thematic retros with GIFs, reactions, and icebreakers. Because retros shouldn't feel like work.
FunUse this template →Sailboat
Navigate your sprint with a nautical metaphor. Identify what's pushing you forward, what's slowing you down, risks ahead, and your shared destination.
Kick-offs & planningFunUse this template →Starfish
Five-column format: Keep, Start, Stop, More Of, Less Of. The most precise retro format for scrum teams that want nuanced action items.
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FAQ
What is the best retrospective template?
The best retrospective template depends on your team's needs. Start/Stop/Continue is the most popular for general use. For emotion-focused teams, Mad-Sad-Glad works well. For strategic discussions, try the Sailboat. For design teams, Rose-Bud-Thorn is a favorite. All are available free on Giftro.
What is the Start Stop Continue retrospective?
Start Stop Continue is a three-column retrospective template where teams discuss what they should start doing (new behaviors to adopt), stop doing (things that aren't working), and continue doing (what's going well). It's the most widely used agile retrospective format worldwide.
What is the difference between Mad Sad Glad and 4Ls?
Mad Sad Glad focuses on emotions (frustration, disappointment, happiness) and is ideal after difficult sprints. The 4Ls (Liked, Learned, Lacked, Longed For) is more cognitive and analytical, surfacing what was missing and what the team wished they'd had. Both are free on Giftro.
Are Giftro's retrospective templates free?
Yes — all Giftro retrospective templates are completely free. No account needed, no credit card, no time limit. Pick a template, share the link, and your team joins instantly.
What retrospective template should I use for my scrum team?
For regular sprints, Start/Stop/Continue or Starfish work best for actionable outcomes. For team health check-ins, try Mad-Sad-Glad or Rose-Bud-Thorn. For quarterly reviews, the Sailboat or 4Ls are excellent choices.