Comparison
Filter Hygiene vs Optimizer for Jira
Optimizer for Jira is broader Jira instance cleanup and optimization across projects and configuration objects, including filters.
Filter Hygiene is narrower: saved-filter risk, ownership, sharing, invalid JQL, duplicate normalized queries, dry-run cleanup, and exportable cleanup records.
Last updated: 2026-06-10
Short answer
Optimizer for Jira is broader Jira instance cleanup and optimization across projects and configuration objects, including filters. Filter Hygiene is narrower: saved-filter risk, ownership, sharing, invalid JQL, duplicate normalized queries, dry-run cleanup, and exportable cleanup records.
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Side-by-side comparison
| Scope | Optimizer for Jira | Filter Hygiene |
|---|---|---|
| Primary job | Broad Jira clean-up initiatives across projects, fields, issue types, workflows, filters, and other configurations. | Saved-filter cleanup and governance. |
| Deployment model | Atlassian Marketplace app for Jira optimization. | Forge app for Jira Cloud saved-filter governance. |
| Saved-filter coverage | Public listing includes filters as one of several cleanup targets. | Filters are the whole product surface: sharing, owner, stale, invalid JQL, duplicates, dry run, and exports. |
| Evidence model | Broad cleanup reporting depends on Optimizer workflows. | Recent Activity and CSV/Markdown exports for filter cleanup actions. |
| Pricing model | Public Marketplace pricing tab. | Public Marketplace pricing tab. |
Choose Optimizer for Jira if...
Choose Optimizer for Jira if the job is broad instance cleanup across many Jira configuration object types.
Choose AI Clearance if...
Choose Filter Hygiene if the job is specifically saved-filter cleanup and you want a focused queue, dry-run owner/share changes, duplicate JQL grouping, and exportable records.
FAQ
Does Filter Hygiene replace broad Jira optimization?
No. It is focused on saved filters, not whole-instance optimization.
Can Optimizer help with filters?
Public Marketplace copy includes filters among several Jira configuration objects it can identify for cleanup.
Why use a focused filter app?
Saved filters affect boards, dashboards, subscriptions, and reports. A focused workflow can be easier to review before making owner or sharing changes.