Compare Notability and Notion 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (50.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (76.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free
Notability
Star Rating
(42)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (50.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about NotabilityNotion
Star Rating
(6,074)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (76.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Notability excels in its audio recording capabilities, allowing users to take notes while recording lectures or meetings, which is a feature that many find invaluable for studying and reference. In contrast, Notion lacks this specific functionality, focusing more on text and project management.
- Reviewers mention that Notability's handwriting recognition is a standout feature, making it easy to convert handwritten notes into typed text. Users on G2 appreciate this for its seamless integration with their note-taking process, while Notion does not offer a comparable handwriting feature.
- G2 users highlight Notion's robust project management tools, such as GANTT charts and calendar views, which are particularly useful for teams managing multiple projects. In comparison, Notability is more focused on individual note-taking and lacks advanced project management features.
- Users say that Notion's templates and customizable pages allow for a high degree of personalization, making it easier to create tailored workflows. Reviewers mention that Notability's templates are more limited, which can restrict users looking for specific organizational structures.
- Reviewers mention that Notion's collaborative features, such as real-time editing and comments, are highly praised, making it a preferred choice for teams. In contrast, Notability is primarily designed for individual use, which can limit collaboration capabilities.
- Users report that Notability's simplicity and ease of use make it a favorite among students and professionals who need a straightforward note-taking solution. However, reviewers mention that Notion's steeper learning curve can be a barrier for new users, despite its powerful features.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Notability
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
Notability
No trial information availableNotion
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.3
29
8.9
5,127
Ease of Use
9.3
28
8.4
5,244
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
8.4
1,604
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.5
1,171
Quality of Support
8.8
17
8.6
3,707
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.9
1,074
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
26
9.5
5,224
Features by Category
Tasks
Not enough data
8.9
2595
Not enough data
8.4
2535
Not enough data
8.7
2621
Not enough data
9.0
2729
Not enough data
7.9
2021
Not enough data
7.6
1817
Not enough data
8.6
2536
Not enough data
7.6
2174
Projects
Not enough data
8.9
2447
Not enough data
8.5
2082
Not enough data
7.6
1511
Not enough data
8.2
2305
Not enough data
8.6
2212
Not enough data
7.7
1583
Not enough data
8.0
1697
Not enough data
8.5
2384
Not enough data
7.5
1369
Not enough data
7.9
1630
Not enough data
8.0
1543
Resource Management
Not enough data
8.1
1831
Not enough data
8.2
1902
Not enough data
8.2
2165
Project Monitoring
Not enough data
7.9
1460
Not enough data
7.9
1523
Not enough data
8.4
2109
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Grammar
Not enough data
8.5
2717
Not enough data
8.5
2516
Not enough data
8.8
2680
Formatting
Not enough data
7.4
1481
Not enough data
8.3
2263
Not enough data
7.2
1496
Content
Not enough data
8.4
2336
Not enough data
8.5
2587
Not enough data
8.0
1751
Product Type
Not enough data
8.5
1991
Not enough data
7.6
1384
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Knowledge Pages
Not enough data
8.5
2264
Not enough data
8.2
1700
Not enough data
8.5
2079
Not enough data
8.1
1838
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.1
1273
Not enough data
8.6
1977
Knowledge Dissemination
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
1805
Not enough data
8.9
2193
Not enough data
8.0
2066
Not enough data
8.0
1793
Not enough data
7.6
1531
Not enough data
8.8
2057
Not enough data
7.8
1531
Not enough data
8.1
1607
Compatibility
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Search Queries
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
Functionality
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Interaction
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
Learning
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Content Generation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
System
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
Notability and Notion are categorized as Note-Taking Software
Unique Categories
Notability has no unique categories
Notion is categorized as Knowledge Base, AI Writing Assistant, Project Management, Enterprise Search Software, and AI Chatbots
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Notability
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
Higher Education
18.4%
Education Management
15.8%
Hospital & Health Care
7.9%
Medical Practice
5.3%
Information Technology and Services
5.3%
Other
47.4%
Computer Software
12.4%
Information Technology and Services
10.0%
Higher Education
8.2%
Marketing and Advertising
7.3%
Financial Services
3.7%
Other
58.4%
Most Helpful Reviews
Notability
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Sky S.
Verified User in Education Management
It has stable sync with clouds and supports apple pen feature.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Mohan D.
Verified User
1. recent mac update has removed some features like ability to select multiple pages to move up and down in the notebook. 2. only single level folders
Notion
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Jose R.
Verified User in Government Administration
With Notion, we don't need much time to set up parameters and it differs a bit from other competitors that use templates for each type of project. In Notion we can start with a workspace to which we add components or functionalities based on our...
Most Helpful Critical Review
John K.
Verified User in Computer Software
For me to drool over this product, rave about it to my friends and be a 10, the comments have got to be better. No system has gotten this right and it drives me nuts. Here is what I dislike about Notion's 1. It is hard to comment on a view/table. The...
Sky S.
Verified User in Education Management
It has stable sync with clouds and supports apple pen feature.
Jose R.
Verified User in Government Administration
With Notion, we don't need much time to set up parameters and it differs a bit from other competitors that use templates for each type of project. In Notion we can start with a workspace to which we add components or functionalities based on our...
Mohan D.
Verified User
1. recent mac update has removed some features like ability to select multiple pages to move up and down in the notebook. 2. only single level folders
John K.
Verified User in Computer Software
For me to drool over this product, rave about it to my friends and be a 10, the comments have got to be better. No system has gotten this right and it drives me nuts. Here is what I dislike about Notion's 1. It is hard to comment on a view/table. The...
Discussions
Add to laptop
1 comment
MS
Notability is an app that works only on Apple devices. It does have an app for the computer - but it is only available on macOS. It is a paid app which...Read more
What does the notability app do?
1 comment
MD
Take notes with Apple Pencil that sync with computerRead more
Is notability free on iPad?
1 comment
ND
I understand. If you have any other requests or need assistance, feel free to let me know!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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