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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (50.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (73.0% 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
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Star Rating
(6,783)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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AI Generated Summary
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- 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
- Free for individual usage
- Basic forms
- Basic sites
Free Trial
Notability
No trial information availableNotion
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.3
29
8.8
5,724
Ease of Use
9.3
28
8.4
5,841
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
8.3
2,071
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.5
1,320
Quality of Support
8.8
17
8.5
4,077
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.9
1,215
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
26
9.5
5,805
Features by Category
Tasks
Not enough data
8.8
2903
Not enough data
8.4
2842
Not enough data
8.7
2924
Not enough data
9.0
3029
Not enough data
7.8
2320
Not enough data
7.5
2112
Not enough data
8.5
2838
Not enough data
7.6
2466
Projects
Not enough data
8.9
2747
Not enough data
8.4
2380
Not enough data
7.5
1804
Not enough data
8.2
2598
Not enough data
8.6
2503
Not enough data
7.5
1871
Not enough data
7.9
1988
Not enough data
8.4
2679
Not enough data
7.4
1647
Not enough data
7.7
1910
Not enough data
7.9
1824
Resource Management
Not enough data
8.0
2107
Not enough data
8.0
2174
Not enough data
8.1
2441
Project Monitoring
Not enough data
7.8
1733
Not enough data
7.7
1794
Not enough data
8.3
2383
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.7
688
Not enough data
7.9
686
Agentic AI - Project Management
Not enough data
5.7
5
Not enough data
5.7
5
Not enough data
6.3
5
Not enough data
6.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Grammar
Not enough data
8.5
2999
Not enough data
8.4
2793
Not enough data
8.7
2959
Formatting
Not enough data
7.3
1752
Not enough data
8.1
2533
Not enough data
7.1
1762
Content
Not enough data
8.3
2606
Not enough data
8.5
2854
Not enough data
7.9
2011
Product Type
Not enough data
8.5
2254
Not enough data
7.5
1635
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.0
628
Not enough data
8.3
632
Knowledge Pages
Not enough data
8.4
2645
Not enough data
8.1
2072
Not enough data
8.4
2452
Not enough data
8.1
2203
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.9
1628
Not enough data
8.5
2338
Knowledge Dissemination
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
2163
Not enough data
8.8
2551
Not enough data
7.9
2419
Not enough data
8.0
2149
Not enough data
7.5
1876
Not enough data
8.7
2412
Not enough data
7.7
1879
Not enough data
8.0
1957
Agentic AI - Knowledge Base
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Compatibility
Not enough data
7.8
149
Not enough data
7.8
147
Not enough data
7.2
143
Agentic AI - Enterprise Search Software
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
Search Queries
Not enough data
7.7
150
Not enough data
7.7
144
Not enough data
7.3
144
Not enough data
7.7
144
Not enough data
8.1
150
Functionality
Not enough data
7.9
145
Not enough data
7.1
147
Not enough data
7.6
146
Data
Not enough data
8.0
66
Not enough data
8.2
65
Interaction
Not enough data
7.6
64
Not enough data
7.9
66
Not enough data
8.0
66
Not enough data
8.0
66
Not enough data
8.1
65
Learning
Not enough data
8.0
64
Not enough data
7.2
64
Content Generation
Not enough data
7.9
64
Not enough data
7.9
63
System
Not enough data
7.0
64
Not enough data
7.7
63
Not enough data
7.8
63
Not enough data
7.8
65
Agentic AI - AI Chatbots
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
Agentic AI - Note-Taking Software
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
13.3%
Information Technology and Services
10.4%
Higher Education
7.7%
Marketing and Advertising
7.0%
Financial Services
4.1%
Other
57.6%
Most Helpful Reviews
Notability
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Primary/Secondary Education
I use Notability as a whiteboard that I can project in my classroom or share during online meetings. I can save and share the pages of the document, too. Importing images into the Notability document is easy.
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
David .
Verified User in Financial Services
- It's UI, hands down. The best I've seen. And, for someone like me who chooses a software not just based on features but also it's designs, Notion has done a great job! - The Notion AI, Wow! It helps me get things done in much lesser time than it used...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Ivy .
Verified User in Broadcast Media
I don't like how confusing it is, and the templates always come with things that I don't want in my planners. That said, if you want something that you want to work with and also be able to edit, I think Notion would be perfect for you.
Verified User in Primary/Secondary Education
I use Notability as a whiteboard that I can project in my classroom or share during online meetings. I can save and share the pages of the document, too. Importing images into the Notability document is easy.
David .
Verified User in Financial Services
- It's UI, hands down. The best I've seen. And, for someone like me who chooses a software not just based on features but also it's designs, Notion has done a great job! - The Notion AI, Wow! It helps me get things done in much lesser time than it used...
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
Ivy .
Verified User in Broadcast Media
I don't like how confusing it is, and the templates always come with things that I don't want in my planners. That said, if you want something that you want to work with and also be able to edit, I think Notion would be perfect for you.
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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