Asana vs Notion
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Quick verdict
Asana edges it overall, winning 2 of 4 rating categories. Notion is cheaper to start ($12 vs $13.49).
Choose Asana if…
You’re growing teams that need clear accountability across projects. A polished project and portfolio management tool built around clear ownership, timelines, goals and workflows, with AI Studio for automating routine work.
Visit AsanaChoose Notion if…
You’re teams and individuals who want notes, docs and projects in one place. An all-in-one workspace for notes, docs, wikis and projects, with Notion AI for writing, search and meeting notes on the Business plan.
Visit NotionSide by side
| Asana | Notion | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 4.4/5 | 4.4/5 |
| Value | 4.1/5 | 4.5/5 |
| Features | 4.6/5 | 4.7/5 |
| Ease of use | 4.5/5 | 4.2/5 |
| Output quality | 4.4/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Category | Project management | Productivity & CRM |
| Free plan | Yes: Personal plan for up to 2 users | Yes, for individuals |
| Cheapest paid plan (monthly) | $13.49/mo | $12/mo |
| Same plan billed yearly | $10.99/mo | $10/mo |
| Top plan | Advanced: $30.49/mo | Business: $24/mo |
| Seats | Per user | Per user |
| Trial / refund | 30-day trial of paid plans | Free plan |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, Mac, iOS, Android | Web, Windows, Mac, iOS, Android |
| Best for | Growing teams that need clear accountability across projects | Teams and individuals who want notes, docs and projects in one place |
Asana: pros & cons
- Clean, focused interface
- Strong portfolios and goals on Advanced
- Up to 18% off billed yearly
- Free plan limited to 2 users
- Advanced tier is pricey per user
Notion: pros & cons
- Extremely flexible pages and databases
- AI included on Business
- Great free plan for individuals
- Takes time to set up well
- Full AI requires Business ($20+/user)
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