Head-to-head comparison

Evernote vs Notion

Comparing Evernote and Notion to help you pick the right Note & Writing Apps for your needs.

Feature Evernote Notion
Pricing Freemium Freemium
Platforms Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
Editorial rating ★ 3.7 / 5 ★ 4.5 / 5
Starting price $0/month $0
Community votes 18 1,240

Evernote Pros & Cons

  • Web clipper is mature, reliable, and one of the longest-standing implementations of that specific capability, preserving article formatting and images well
  • Long track record and broad cross-platform availability across nearly every device type
  • Powerful search, including text recognition within images and scanned documents, helps locate information across a large note archive
  • Notebook and tag organization system is simple and proven, without requiring the steeper learning curve of database-style tools
  • Free tier is quite limited compared to newer competitors like Notion or Obsidian, which generally offer more generous free usage before requiring payment
  • Pricing is on the higher end relative to feature-comparable alternatives, particularly given Evernote's narrower focus relative to broader workspace tools
  • Less suited to team collaboration and structured database-style organization than newer tools like Notion built around those use cases from the start
  • Interface and feature development pace have generally been considered slower than more actively innovating newer competitors

Notion Pros & Cons

  • Block-based editor supports 50+ content types
  • Relational databases link data across pages
  • Generous free plan for personal use
  • Native AI writing and summarization assistant
  • Excellent template ecosystem (thousands available)
  • Requires internet connection for most features
  • Can feel slow on workspaces with thousands of pages
  • Steep learning curve for database and relation features
  • Mobile app less capable than desktop
  • Not ideal for large-scale project management

Verdict: Evernote vs Notion

Evernote and Notion both serve the Note & Writing Apps category well, but suit different priorities. Notion carries the stronger editorial rating (4.5 / 5), Based on community engagement, Notion is currently the more widely adopted choice (1,240 votes), but the better fit ultimately depends on your specific pricing, platform, and feature requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Evernote or Notion?
Evernote and Notion use a similar pricing model (both freemium), so the cheaper choice depends on which specific plan tier and feature set you need rather than the base pricing model.
Is Evernote or Notion rated higher?
Notion has the higher editorial rating at 4.5 out of 5, compared to Evernote's 3.7 out of 5. This is Kreemhunt's own staff rating, not a public user aggregate — review the pros and cons below for specifics that matter to your use case.
Which platforms do Evernote and Notion support?
Evernote is available on Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android. Notion is available on Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android. Both tools cover a similar range of platforms.
Can I switch from Evernote to Notion (or vice versa)?
Most note & writing apps tools, including Evernote and Notion, support data export in standard formats, making migration possible though rarely fully automatic. Expect to manually verify that custom configurations, integrations, and historical data transfer correctly, and budget time for the team to adjust to workflow differences between the two products.
Should I choose Evernote or Notion?
Evernote and Notion both serve the Note & Writing Apps category well, but suit different priorities. Notion carries the stronger editorial rating (4.5 / 5), Based on community engagement, Notion is currently the more widely adopted choice (1,240 votes), but the better fit ultimately depends on your specific pricing, platform, and feature requirements.