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Market Segments
Small-Business (73.8% of reviews)
Small-Business (69.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free
Goodnotes
Star Rating
(92)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Star Rating
(9,550)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Notion excels in its versatility and integration capabilities, with users highlighting features like real-time meeting transcription and AI-generated summaries that help streamline their workflow. This makes it particularly appealing for those who need a comprehensive tool for project management and note-taking.
- Users say Goodnotes stands out for its handwriting recognition and organizational features, making it a favorite among those who prefer a more traditional note-taking approach. Reviewers appreciate the app's ability to correct handwriting and the ease of creating folders to keep notes organized, which enhances the overall user experience.
- According to verified reviews, Notion's user interface is praised for being clear and fast, with features like to-do lists and quick notes that cater to busy professionals. This intuitive design helps users manage their tasks efficiently, contributing to its higher overall satisfaction ratings.
- Reviewers mention that Goodnotes provides a highly interactive experience, which keeps users engaged while taking notes. The ability to upload photos and add notes directly to them is particularly appreciated, making it a strong choice for visual learners and those who enjoy a hands-on approach.
- Users highlight that while Notion has a robust feature set, it may require some time to fully adapt to its capabilities. Some users have noted challenges in configuration, which can be a hurdle for those looking for a quick setup.
- G2 reviewers indicate that both products offer quality support, but Notion's extensive user community and resources may provide an edge for those seeking assistance. Users have found that the collaborative features in Notion help them work better as a team, enhancing productivity in group settings.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Goodnotes
No pricing availableNotion
Free
Free
For individuals to organize personal projects and life
- Free for individual usage
- Basic forms
- Basic sites
Free Trial
Goodnotes
Free Trial is available
Notion
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
69
8.8
7,219
Ease of Use
9.2
73
8.3
7,361
Ease of Setup
9.1
49
8.2
3,392
Ease of Admin
9.2
6
8.4
1,783
Quality of Support
8.5
42
8.5
5,099
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
7
8.9
1,646
Product Direction (% positive)
9.3
71
9.4
7,278
Features by Category
Tasks
Not enough data
8.7
3677
Not enough data
8.3
3601
Not enough data
8.6
3687
Not enough data
8.9
3805
Not enough data
7.7
3046
Not enough data
7.4
2837
Not enough data
8.4
3573
Not enough data
7.5
3187
Projects
Not enough data
8.8
3498
Not enough data
8.3
3102
Not enough data
7.4
2514
Not enough data
8.1
3326
Not enough data
8.5
3247
Not enough data
7.4
2567
Not enough data
7.8
2692
Not enough data
8.3
3410
Not enough data
7.2
2333
Not enough data
7.5
2599
Not enough data
7.7
2503
Resource Management
Not enough data
7.9
2757
Not enough data
7.8
2822
Not enough data
7.9
3091
Project Monitoring
Not enough data
7.7
2388
Not enough data
7.6
2439
Not enough data
8.2
3056
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.8
1344
Not enough data
7.9
1329
Agentic AI - Project Management
Not enough data
6.9
636
Not enough data
7.1
633
Not enough data
7.0
637
Not enough data
7.0
626
Not enough data
7.3
627
Not enough data
6.7
625
Not enough data
6.9
626
Core Conversational Capabilities - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
8.1
52
Not enough data
8.1
54
Not enough data
8.2
53
Data
Not enough data
8.0
218
Not enough data
8.0
212
Interaction
Not enough data
7.5
212
Not enough data
8.0
217
Not enough data
8.1
217
Not enough data
8.0
211
Not enough data
8.2
216
Task & Flow Management - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
7.8
50
Not enough data
7.7
51
Learning
Not enough data
8.0
210
Not enough data
7.3
205
Deployment & Embedding - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
7.2
45
Not enough data
7.1
43
Content Generation
Not enough data
7.9
209
Not enough data
7.9
209
Admin & Configuration - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
7.3
42
System
Not enough data
7.2
202
Not enough data
7.8
206
Not enough data
7.8
205
Not enough data
7.9
211
Agentic AI - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
7.6
143
Not enough data
7.8
141
Not enough data
7.6
141
Not enough data
7.7
143
Not enough data
7.9
143
Not enough data
7.4
139
Not enough data
7.5
144
Monitoring & Improvement - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
8.0
44
Reliability & Safety - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
8.1
44
Design
8.8
12
Not enough data
9.3
12
Not enough data
8.8
12
Not enough data
8.1
12
Not enough data
Production
8.2
12
Not enough data
9.0
12
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
8.6
12
Not enough data
Distribution
7.8
12
Not enough data
8.2
12
Not enough data
8.2
12
Not enough data
8.0
11
Not enough data
Integrations
8.3
12
Not enough data
8.5
12
Not enough data
8.6
11
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Handwritten Notes
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
Grammar
Not enough data
8.5
3450
Not enough data
8.3
3236
Not enough data
8.6
3404
Formatting
Not enough data
7.1
2180
Not enough data
8.0
2960
Not enough data
7.0
2182
Content
Not enough data
8.2
3040
Not enough data
8.4
3289
Not enough data
7.8
2438
Product Type
Not enough data
8.4
2677
Not enough data
7.4
2045
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.2
1060
Not enough data
8.5
1057
Organization
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
Editing
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
Operating System
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Collaboration Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Visual Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Mind Map Availability
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 - Mind Mapping
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Knowledge Pages
Not enough data
8.3
3644
Not enough data
8.0
3029
Not enough data
8.0
3155
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.8
2568
Not enough data
8.3
3313
Knowledge Dissemination
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.0
3116
Not enough data
8.7
3560
Not enough data
7.8
3372
Not enough data
8.0
3121
Not enough data
7.4
2802
Not enough data
8.6
3450
Not enough data
7.6
2852
Not enough data
7.9
2889
Agentic AI - Knowledge Base
Not enough data
7.3
924
Not enough data
7.4
934
Not enough data
7.0
913
Compatibility
Not enough data
7.8
319
Not enough data
7.8
316
Not enough data
7.3
307
Agentic AI - Enterprise Search Software
Not enough data
7.1
172
Not enough data
7.1
172
Not enough data
7.2
170
Not enough data
7.1
167
Not enough data
6.9
165
Not enough data
7.0
167
Search Queries
Not enough data
7.7
318
Not enough data
7.7
309
Not enough data
7.3
308
Not enough data
7.7
309
Not enough data
8.1
318
AI powered search - Enterprise Search Software
Not enough data
7.4
98
Not enough data
7.1
98
Not enough data
7.1
99
Functionality
Not enough data
8.0
310
Not enough data
7.3
313
Not enough data
7.6
317
Compatibility - Enterprise Search Software
Not enough data
7.6
100
Not enough data
7.5
101
Not enough data
7.3
96
Functionality - Enterprise Search Software
Not enough data
7.6
97
Not enough data
7.4
96
Not enough data
7.3
98
Search Queries - Enterprise Search Software
Not enough data
7.6
92
Not enough data
7.5
93
Not enough data
7.7
95
Not enough data
7.5
93
Annotation Tools - Markup 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
Collaboration - Markup 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
Security - Markup Software
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Note-Taking Software
7.7
8
7.7
469
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
Goodnotes and Notion are categorized as Note-Taking Software
Unique Categories
Goodnotes is categorized as Mind Mapping, PDF Editor, Handwritten Notes, Study Tools, and Markup Software
Notion is categorized as Knowledge Base, Enterprise Search Software, AI Chatbots, Project Management, and AI Writing Assistant
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Goodnotes
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
Computer Software
9.5%
Higher Education
8.3%
Marketing and Advertising
7.1%
Design
7.1%
Construction
6.0%
Other
61.9%
Computer Software
13.6%
Information Technology and Services
11.1%
Marketing and Advertising
7.2%
Higher Education
6.8%
Financial Services
4.5%
Other
56.9%
Discussions
How do you customize your notebooks? And the pages inside of it?
1 Comment
MM
Go to the 3 dots found at the top right corner, and find options to edit thereRead more
What can GoodNotes do?
1 Comment
RF
Goodnotes takes note taking to the next level! You can organize into "notebooks", draw, type, import photos, snap pics, etc.
Goodnotes also works with...Read more
Goodnotes has no more discussions with answers
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
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