Notion vs Evernote: The Second Brain Battle
The ultimate productivity showdown. Notion is the all-in-one workspace for builders, while Evernote remains the king of quick capture and document storage.
The Verdict
If you want to build a system (wiki, project tracker, database), Notion is lightyears ahead. If you just want to take notes and save web clips without thinking about structure, Evernote is still the best filing cabinet.
Pros
- ✓Infinite flexibility
- ✓Database capabilities
- ✓Beautiful formatting
Cons
- ✕Steep learning curve
- ✕Mobile app can be slow
Pros
- ✓Best-in-class Web Clipper
- ✓Powerful search (OCR)
- ✓Offline access is solid
Cons
- ✕Free plan is very restricted
- ✕Feature bloat over years
Deep Dive Analysis
Notion is 'LEGOs for productivity'. You can build anything, but you have to build it. Evernote is a 'File Cabinet'. You open a drawer and throw stuff in. The mental models are completely different. Notion's database features allow for relational data (connecting projects to tasks), which Evernote simply cannot do. However, Evernote's search inside PDFs and images (OCR) is superior.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Notion free?
Can I import Evernote into Notion?
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