Smartsheet vs Notion
Which project management tool is right for you? Compare features, pricing, and user reviews to make the best choice.
Smartsheet
From $9Free plan
G2 4.4 · 22,733 reviewsTeams that think in spreadsheets and want Gantt-based project plans, with Business suited to teams that need unlimited automations and guests.
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Notion
From $10Free plan
G2 4.6 · 13,876 reviewsTeams that want docs, wikis and flexible databases in one workspace, with Business for teams that want built-in AI and granular database permissions.
Side by side
| Smartsheet |  Notion | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Paid from $9/member/month; 30-day free trial | Free; paid from $10/member/month (billed annually) |
| G2 Rating | 4.4 (22,733 reviews) | 4.6 (13,876 reviews) |
| Best For | Teams that think in spreadsheets and want Gantt-based project plans, with Business suited to teams that need unlimited automations and guests. | Teams that want docs, wikis and flexible databases in one workspace, with Business for teams that want built-in AI and granular database permissions. |
Pros and cons
Smartsheet
Pros
- Gantt view included on every plan
- Unlimited sheets, forms and reports on all plans
- Unlimited automations and free guests on Business
- 30-day trial with no credit card
Cons
- No free plan
- Pro is capped at 10 members and 250 automations per month
- Timeline view and workload tracking require Business
Notion
Pros
- Free plan is unlimited for individuals
- Databases with relations, rollups and many views on every plan
- Custom database automations and forms from Plus ($10/member annual)
- Business includes Notion AI agent, meeting notes and enterprise search
Cons
- Free plan limits blocks for teams of 2+ and keeps only 7 days of history
- Full AI features require Business at $20/member/month annual
- Custom Agents cost extra via Notion credits ($10 per 1,000)
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