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Enterprise (43.5% of reviews)
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Free
Microsoft OneNote
Star Rating
(1,856)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Star Rating
(11,123)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (66.5% 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 Microsoft OneNote excels in flexibility, allowing users to create pages within pages. This feature is particularly beneficial for organizing notes on specific subjects and breaking them down into sub-topics, making it easier to manage complex information.
- Users say that Notion shines in its organizational capabilities, with many appreciating its clean interface compared to traditional document editors. The ability to create different tabs for various categories helps users keep their notes tidy and accessible, which is a significant advantage during work meetings.
- Reviewers mention that OneNote's dictate feature is a standout, enabling users to discreetly record meetings and keep transcriptions alongside their notes. This functionality is especially praised for its convenience and accuracy, making it a favorite among users who need to capture detailed information quickly.
- According to verified reviews, Notion's ease of setup is highlighted as a strong point, with users finding the initial configuration straightforward. This ease of onboarding allows users to start organizing their projects and tasks without a steep learning curve, which is a plus for those new to note-taking software.
- G2 reviewers report that while OneNote has a higher score for ease of use and setup, Notion's extensive features for project management, such as reminders and task lists, make it a powerful tool for small businesses looking to streamline their workflows.
- Users say that OneNote's ability to keep everything in one place, including file attachments, enhances productivity by providing quick access to necessary documents. However, some users feel that Notion's search functionality is superior, allowing them to find information more efficiently across various projects.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Microsoft OneNote
No pricing availableNotion
Free
Free
For individuals to organize personal projects and life
- Free for individual usage
- Basic forms
- Basic sites
Free Trial
Microsoft OneNote
No trial information availableNotion
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
1,608
8.8
7,810
Ease of Use
8.9
1,616
8.3
7,960
Ease of Setup
9.0
158
8.3
3,916
Ease of Admin
8.9
133
8.4
2,052
Quality of Support
8.6
1,059
8.5
5,496
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
115
8.9
1,908
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
1,586
9.4
7,838
Features by Category
Tasks
Not enough data
8.7
3763
Not enough data
8.3
3676
Not enough data
8.6
3774
Not enough data
8.9
3903
Not enough data
7.7
3082
Not enough data
7.5
2865
Not enough data
8.4
3622
Not enough data
7.5
3215
Projects
Not enough data
8.8
3567
Not enough data
8.3
3144
Not enough data
7.4
2535
Not enough data
8.1
3381
Not enough data
8.5
3292
Not enough data
7.4
2581
Not enough data
7.8
2714
Not enough data
8.3
3453
Not enough data
7.2
2340
Not enough data
7.5
2615
Not enough data
7.7
2516
Resource Management
Not enough data
7.9
2769
Not enough data
7.8
2833
Not enough data
7.9
3112
Project Monitoring
Not enough data
7.7
2399
Not enough data
7.6
2450
Not enough data
8.2
3093
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.8
1363
Not enough data
8.0
1358
Agentic AI - Project Management
Not enough data
6.9
644
Not enough data
7.2
645
Not enough data
7.0
647
Not enough data
7.0
633
Not enough data
7.3
635
Not enough data
6.8
632
Not enough data
7.0
633
Core Conversational Capabilities - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
8.2
54
Not enough data
8.1
55
Not enough data
8.3
56
Data
Not enough data
8.0
220
Not enough data
8.0
213
Interaction
Not enough data
7.6
213
Not enough data
8.0
218
Not enough data
8.1
219
Not enough data
8.0
211
Not enough data
8.2
218
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
7.3
47
Not enough data
7.1
43
Content Generation
Not enough data
7.9
210
Not enough data
7.9
209
Admin & Configuration - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
7.3
43
System
Not enough data
7.2
202
Not enough data
7.8
207
Not enough data
7.8
207
Not enough data
7.9
216
Agentic AI - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
7.6
143
Not enough data
7.8
141
Not enough data
7.6
142
Not enough data
7.7
143
Not enough data
7.9
143
Not enough data
7.4
140
Not enough data
7.5
145
Monitoring & Improvement - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
8.0
44
Reliability & Safety - AI Chatbots
Not enough data
8.1
45
Grammar
Not enough data
8.5
3460
Not enough data
8.3
3244
Not enough data
8.6
3413
Formatting
Not enough data
7.2
2185
Not enough data
8.0
2965
Not enough data
7.0
2185
Content
Not enough data
8.3
3052
Not enough data
8.4
3308
Not enough data
7.8
2446
Product Type
Not enough data
8.4
2684
Not enough data
7.4
2050
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.2
1077
Not enough data
8.5
1075
Knowledge Pages
Not enough data
8.3
3718
Not enough data
8.0
3046
Not enough data
8.0
3177
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.8
2583
Not enough data
8.3
3407
Knowledge Dissemination
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.0
3151
Not enough data
8.7
3769
Not enough data
7.8
3401
Not enough data
8.0
3190
Not enough data
7.4
2813
Not enough data
8.6
3704
Not enough data
7.7
2967
Not enough data
7.9
2904
Agentic AI - Knowledge Base
Not enough data
7.3
937
Not enough data
7.4
976
Not enough data
7.0
928
Compatibility
Not enough data
7.8
321
Not enough data
7.8
319
Not enough data
7.3
307
Agentic AI - Enterprise Search Software
Not enough data
7.1
172
Not enough data
7.1
174
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
320
Not enough data
7.7
311
Not enough data
7.4
309
Not enough data
7.7
311
Not enough data
8.1
321
AI powered search - Enterprise Search Software
Not enough data
7.4
99
Not enough data
7.2
98
Not enough data
7.1
98
Functionality
Not enough data
8.0
316
Not enough data
7.3
315
Not enough data
7.6
322
Compatibility - Enterprise Search Software
Not enough data
7.6
103
Not enough data
7.5
101
Not enough data
7.4
97
Functionality - Enterprise Search Software
Not enough data
7.7
100
Not enough data
7.4
98
Not enough data
7.3
98
Search Queries - Enterprise Search Software
Not enough data
7.6
92
Not enough data
7.5
94
Not enough data
7.7
96
Not enough data
7.6
94
Responses
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Automation - AI Agents
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
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Autonomy - AI Agents
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
Customization - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Functionality - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data and Analytics - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integration - AI Agent Builders
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
8.8
7
7.8
484
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
Agentic AI - AI Agents
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
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Microsoft OneNote and Notion are categorized as Note-Taking Software
Unique Categories
Microsoft OneNote has no unique categories
Notion is categorized as AI Chatbots, Knowledge Base, AI Writing Assistant, Enterprise Search Software, Project Management, AI Agent Builders, and AI Agents For Business Operations
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
10.9%
Computer Software
8.2%
Higher Education
5.7%
Education Management
5.0%
Hospital & Health Care
3.8%
Other
66.4%
Computer Software
13.7%
Information Technology and Services
11.5%
Marketing and Advertising
7.2%
Higher Education
6.4%
Financial Services
4.7%
Other
56.5%
Discussions
How do I save my one note and open it on a new computer?
3 Comments
CL
With a o365 account your notes are always well synchronized Read more
Is there a way to give users edit permission t specific sections/pages within a OneNote document, or do permissions apply to the entire document only?
2 Comments
GF
OneNote is extremely customizable in terms of access/security options- as far as I’m aware, you can allow/password/restrict down to an individual page in...Read more
Are there formatting templates available?
2 Comments
JL
There are pre built templates in onenote for projects and activities. Read more
Are there any tool we can integrate into notion for using AI
2 Comments
AM
Notion AI: Built-in generative AI inside Notion for drafting content, summarizing pages, brainstorming, rewriting text, and autofilling databases. Works...Read more
When would you start with the NPO/NGO discount plan?
2 Comments
AM
I am a student , and notion is free for every studentsRead more
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