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Notion vs Zoho Projects comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 19, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Categories and Ranking

Notion
Ranking in Project Management Software
14th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
15
Ranking in other categories
Knowledge Management Software (4th), Document Automation Software (3rd)
Zoho Projects
Ranking in Project Management Software
15th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.4
Number of Reviews
17
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the Project Management Software category, the mindshare of Notion is 2.5%, up from 0.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Zoho Projects is 1.3%, up from 0.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Project Management Software
 

Featured Reviews

Iván Fanego - PeerSpot reviewer
Creates customizable systems and improve team collaboration
Notion is a very flexible and customizable platform, allowing users to create whatever they need. The most impactful feature for project management is the ability to invite multiple client stakeholders without complication. Once I understand the basics, it's easy to use despite an initial learning curve. It also significantly improves team collaboration through customized views and visualizations of data.
Sainath Racherla - PeerSpot reviewer
Project coordination has improved with excellent integration and support, though more comprehensive training and version control are needed
The adaptation process can be enhanced with training sessions and templates. There is potential for improvement in version control, particularly in integration with Zoho Docs. Providing small bite-sized instructional videos, like how to create a bug, and customizable help icons would be beneficial. Additionally, I should be able to cross-link bugs between projects.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The ability to create and organize notes, plans, and technical content in a single platform is the product's most valuable feature."
"The initial setup is easy."
"Notion is a great tool for note-keeping and note-sharing."
"Notion is an all-in-one product, allowing us to do many things in a single place."
"Notion has very strong integration capabilities."
"The product is easy to use and has good responsiveness."
"We can install it on mobile phones, making it feasible to manage productivity."
"It is easy to use and very intuitive compared to Microsoft Project."
"The timeline features are excellent."
"Zoho Projects stands out due to its easy adaptation, allowing me to learn and use it quickly compared to other tools."
"We can integrate Zoho Projects with Zoho CRM."
"It integrates so well with other Zoho applications, and that really helps to extend the features of Zoho Projects."
"Zoho Projects is very flexible and user-friendly."
"The most valuable feature of Zoho Projects is all integrated into one. We don't have to start using multiple tools, such as Projects, CRM, Marketing, Automation, Finance, and setting up Meetings. It's all in one solution. I don't have to go to multiple different platforms to have all the features I need."
"The product is very easy to understand."
"I would rate the overall solution ten out of ten."
 

Cons

"The main problem with Notion is that it's not flexible enough for all of the use cases we intend to address. For instance, it is challenging to focus on a single KPI as it's mandatory to have a chart for this purpose, complicating some of our use cases."
"The linked view of database, along with the sharing and permission settings, are areas with shortcomings in the solution that need improvement."
"There could be an automation feature included in the product."
"The only problem I experience is that it often hangs."
"It is complicated to connect Notion with external systems."
"The product could be integrated with external platforms."
"User management needs improvement. It's difficult to determine what information is private. It's a bit complicated for me."
"The only problem I experience is that it often hangs. I might find myself trying to load a new page, but I am unable to move from one page to another due to frequent hanging."
"Its template management feature could be easier to use."
"If given the opportunity, I would focus on improving automation within Zoho Projects. While attempting to integrate with other platforms, users often encounter errors. The integration capabilities of Zoho Projects could be enhanced. Currently, the integration options are categorized as either easy or customized, with the latter requiring deluge code, which might pose challenges due to its lesser-known usage."
"The tool should add live chat, live call, and live meeting features where clients can communicate."
"The only room for improvement over here is a feature related to the trend, like AI-related things that we can expect need to be introduced."
"The price of Zoho Projects has increased significantly over time. Initially, it was an affordable option for early adopters, but the price has risen four to five times."
"The solution’s interface should be improved."
"Sometimes the solution does not work."
"The adaptation process can be enhanced with training sessions and templates."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Notion is free to use."
"I pay around $100 per year."
"The pricing structure is quite reasonable, and the basic plan covers the most essential features."
"It's pretty affordable."
"The product's pricing depends on the usage plans."
"Notion offers a free plan that covers most functionalities. Clients are only prompted to upgrade if they require AI capabilities, priced at $10 for unlimited usage, or if they need to add team members, typically around $10 per member."
"I rate the product's pricing a three out of ten. We only need to pay for it if we use it in the workspace."
"The product is affordable compared to other platforms."
"Zoho Projects' costs are yearly and affordable."
"The solution is cheap."
"Zoho Projects is cost-effective."
"The product has different pricing models for different regions."
"The product is fairly priced."
"The solution is not very expensive."
"The price for Zoho Projects is seven GBP per user per month."
"The Enterprise version costs INR 630 per user per month."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
18%
Comms Service Provider
8%
University
8%
Media Company
7%
Educational Organization
82%
Manufacturing Company
3%
Financial Services Firm
2%
Comms Service Provider
1%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Notion?
I like the high level of customization in Notion.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Notion?
It's affordable and offers community support if I get stuck. I can find help through community forums like Google, where people share insights on navigating problems. Many people understand it, off...
What needs improvement with Notion?
It is easy to use, and I love its UI. The only problem I experience is that it often hangs. I might find myself trying to load a new page, but I am unable to move from one page to another due to fr...
What do you like most about Zoho Projects?
While integrating a voice solution with Zoho Projects, the focus was on creating a unified interface for voice and customer engagement across various platforms like Facebook, social media, and emai...
What needs improvement with Zoho Projects?
At the portfolio management level, Zoho Projects has some issues. Managing multiple projects in the project presents challenges.
What is your primary use case for Zoho Projects?
I use Zoho Projects ( /products/zoho-projects-reviews ) for managing the routine management of projects and for sharing with my colleagues.
 

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Sample Customers

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