Compare Microsoft OneNote and Notion 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (76.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free
Microsoft OneNote
Star Rating
(1,837)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Microsoft OneNoteNotion
Star Rating
(6,045)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (76.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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- Users report that Microsoft OneNote excels in its To-Do Lists feature, scoring a solid 9.0, which allows for easy task management and organization. In contrast, Notion's task management features, while functional, received a lower score of 8.4 for Due Dates, indicating a less intuitive experience.
- Reviewers mention that Notion shines in its Templates feature, scoring 8.5, which provides a wide variety of customizable options for users. Microsoft OneNote, while offering templates, does not match this level of flexibility, as indicated by its lower score of 8.5 in the same category.
- G2 users highlight that Microsoft OneNote's Ease of Setup is rated at 9.0, making it a user-friendly choice for those looking to get started quickly. In comparison, Notion's setup process is rated lower at 8.4, which some users find to be more complex and time-consuming.
- Users on G2 report that Notion's Product Direction is highly rated at 9.5, suggesting a strong commitment to continuous improvement and feature updates. Microsoft OneNote, while still positive at 8.3, does not seem to have the same level of enthusiasm from users regarding its future development.
- Reviewers mention that both products have similar scores for Quality of Support, with both at 8.6. However, users report that Notion's support is often more responsive and helpful, particularly for new users navigating its extensive features.
- Users say that Microsoft OneNote's Grammar Check feature is rated at 8.5, providing reliable assistance for writing tasks. In contrast, Notion's grammar capabilities are less robust, with a score of 7.5, leading some users to seek additional tools for writing assistance.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Microsoft OneNote
No pricing availableNotion
Free
Free
For individuals to organize personal projects and life
- Unlimited blocks for individuals
- Publish sites
- Collaborate with up to 10 guests
Free Trial
Microsoft OneNote
No trial information availableNotion
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
1,595
8.9
5,107
Ease of Use
8.9
1,600
8.4
5,223
Ease of Setup
9.0
144
8.4
1,586
Ease of Admin
8.9
132
8.5
1,160
Quality of Support
8.6
1,048
8.6
3,693
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
114
8.9
1,064
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
1,572
9.5
5,204
Features by Category
Tasks
Not enough data
8.9
2576
Not enough data
8.4
2516
Not enough data
8.7
2602
Not enough data
9.0
2711
Not enough data
7.9
2002
Not enough data
7.6
1798
Not enough data
8.6
2517
Not enough data
7.6
2155
Projects
Not enough data
9.0
2428
Not enough data
8.5
2063
Not enough data
7.6
1491
Not enough data
8.2
2286
Not enough data
8.7
2193
Not enough data
7.7
1563
Not enough data
8.0
1678
Not enough data
8.5
2366
Not enough data
7.5
1352
Not enough data
7.9
1612
Not enough data
8.0
1526
Resource Management
Not enough data
8.1
1814
Not enough data
8.2
1885
Not enough data
8.2
2148
Project Monitoring
Not enough data
7.9
1441
Not enough data
7.9
1505
Not enough data
8.4
2092
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Grammar
Not enough data
8.5
2707
Not enough data
8.5
2506
Not enough data
8.8
2670
Formatting
Not enough data
7.4
1471
Not enough data
8.3
2253
Not enough data
7.2
1486
Content
Not enough data
8.4
2325
Not enough data
8.5
2576
Not enough data
8.0
1742
Product Type
Not enough data
8.5
1982
Not enough data
7.6
1375
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Knowledge Pages
Not enough data
8.5
2250
Not enough data
8.2
1685
Not enough data
8.5
2065
Not enough data
8.1
1823
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.1
1257
Not enough data
8.6
1960
Knowledge Dissemination
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
1789
Not enough data
8.9
2178
Not enough data
8.0
2052
Not enough data
8.0
1779
Not enough data
7.6
1515
Not enough data
8.8
2042
Not enough data
7.8
1517
Not enough data
8.1
1592
Audio
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Video
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Image
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Text
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Knowledge Base
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Content
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Communication
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Microsoft OneNote and Notion are categorized as Note-Taking Software
Unique Categories
Microsoft OneNote has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Microsoft OneNote
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Notion
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
10.8%
Computer Software
8.3%
Higher Education
5.7%
Education Management
5.0%
Hospital & Health Care
3.8%
Other
66.4%
Computer Software
12.4%
Information Technology and Services
10.0%
Higher Education
8.2%
Marketing and Advertising
7.4%
Education Management
3.7%
Other
58.4%
Most Helpful Reviews
Microsoft OneNote
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Rogelio V.
Verified User in Primary/Secondary Education
Notebook is a relatively easy to use software to take notes, jot down ideas, write a novel, or a list, or just about anything that needs to be written down. One of the features I like the most is the ability you have to set passwords for individual notes...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Writing and Editing
It seems more cumbersome than other similar apps like Evernote.
Notion
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Filipe R.
Verified User in Accounting
What I like best about Notion is its flexibility and versatility. It's a tool that adapts to my needs rather than the other way around. I can use it for note-taking, project management, task tracking, and even as a knowledge base. The ability to create...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Utkarsh G.
Verified User in Printing
Support for mobile could be a bit bitter, large databases dont work well
Rogelio V.
Verified User in Primary/Secondary Education
Notebook is a relatively easy to use software to take notes, jot down ideas, write a novel, or a list, or just about anything that needs to be written down. One of the features I like the most is the ability you have to set passwords for individual notes...
Filipe R.
Verified User in Accounting
What I like best about Notion is its flexibility and versatility. It's a tool that adapts to my needs rather than the other way around. I can use it for note-taking, project management, task tracking, and even as a knowledge base. The ability to create...
Verified User in Writing and Editing
It seems more cumbersome than other similar apps like Evernote.
Utkarsh G.
Verified User in Printing
Support for mobile could be a bit bitter, large databases dont work well
Discussions
How do I save my one note and open it on a new computer?
3 comments
JL
Hi Janette,
You don't have to ever "save" in OneNote, it saves AUTOMATICALLY! Which is one of it's best features to me. and then you just open your...Read more
Is there a way to put photos into your notes?
2 comments
AB
You can also click and drag your screen shots into your notebook. Read more
Are there formatting templates available?
2 comments
JL
There are pre built templates in onenote for projects and activities. Read more
Is there a way to make font and text boxes even smaller? I'm at the lowest font size already
2 comments
NM
Not really. If you have already click the 3 dots in the top right hand corner and chosen small text, then at the moment that's all you can doRead more
Google Calendar and Reminders
1 comment
JR
I'm sorry, but I need more context or a specific string of text in the Unknown Language to provide a translation. Could you please provide the text you need...Read more
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