Notes · Head to head
Google Keep vs Notion: which is better?
Short answer
Google Keep costs less in the first year ($0 vs $600). Pick Google Keep for quick notes and checklists; pick Notion for docs, wikis and projects in one workspace.
| Fact | Google Keep | Notion | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Quick notes and checklists | Docs, wikis and projects in one workspace | — |
| Free plan | Yes, free, uses Google account storage (15 GB) | Yes, single-user workspace, limited blocks for teams | Tie |
| Entry plan | — | Plus: $10 / seat / mo | — |
| Mid plan | — | Business: $20 / seat / mo | — |
| Top plan | — | Business: $20 / seat / mo | — |
| 1st year | $0 | $600 | Google Keep |
| Platforms | Web, Android, iOS | Web, Chrome extension | Google Keep |
Edge = the better published number or limit; we do not test the tools hands-on.
Which has the better free plan, Google Keep or Notion?
Neither stands out: Google Keep: Yes, free, uses Google account storage (15 GB); Notion: Yes, single-user workspace, limited blocks for teams.
Should you pick Google Keep or Notion?
Pick Google Keep if
- you want quick notes and checklists
- the free plan is enough (free, uses Google account storage (15 GB))
Pick Notion if
- you want docs, wikis and projects in one workspace
- the free plan is enough (single-user workspace, limited blocks for teams)
Sources
| Vendor page | URL | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Google Keep pricing | workspace.google.com/products/keep/ | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Notion pricing | notion.com/pricing | 27 Oct 2026 |
Prices in USD as published by each vendor, billed yearly where offered. How we compare