ConvertKit vs Notion
A detailed, side-by-side comparison of ConvertKit and Notion. We compare features, pricing, ease of use, and value for money to help you make the right choice in 2026.
Reviewed by the Ikaroa team Β· Last updated: March 2026
Quick Verdict
Notion edges ahead overall with a rating of 4.4/5. However, ConvertKit (4.3/5) may be the better fit if you prioritise Creators, bloggers, and podcasters who want simple but powerful email automation. Read on for the full breakdown.
ConvertKit vs Notion at a Glance
ConvertKit
β 4.3ConvertKit is an email marketing platform built specifically for creators, bloggers, podcasters, and online course makers. It focuses on simplicity and deliverability, with powerful tagging and automation features that help creators build and monetise their audiences without needing a technical background.
Starting from: Β£0/month
Best for: Creators, bloggers, and podcasters who want simple but powerful email automation
Read full review βNotion
β 4.4Notion is a flexible workspace for notes, wikis, and databases. While not a traditional CRM, many teams build custom CRM systems using its database features.
Starting from: Β£0/month
Best for: Teams wanting a flexible workspace that can be moulded into a custom CRM
Read full review βConvertKit vs Notion Feature Comparison
Here is how ConvertKit and Notion compare across the features that matter most. We have tested both platforms extensively across client implementations.
| Feature | ConvertKit | Notion |
|---|---|---|
| Free Plan Available | Yes | Yes |
| Starting Price | Β£0/month | Β£0/month |
| Best For | Creators, bloggers, and podcasters who want simple but powerful email automation | Teams wanting a flexible workspace that can be moulded into a custom CRM |
| Our Rating | 4.3/5 | 4.4/5 |
| Mobile App | Limited | Yes |
| Email Marketing | No | No |
| Automation | Yes | Limited |
| Reporting | Yes | Basic |
| Integrations | Extensive | Extensive |
| API Access | Limited | Yes |
| Ikaroa Exclusive Discount | N/A | N/A |
ConvertKit vs Notion Pricing
Pricing is often the deciding factor. Here is a full breakdown of what each platform charges at every tier:
ConvertKit Pricing
Newsletter
Β£0/month
- β10,000 subscribers
- βUnlimited broadcasts
- βLanding pages
- βBasic automation
Creator
Β£25/month
- β1,000 subscribers
- βAutomated sequences
- βVisual automations
- βThird-party integrations
Creator Pro
Β£50/month
- β1,000 subscribers
- βSubscriber scoring
- βAdvanced reporting
- βNewsletter referral system
Notion Pricing
Free
Β£0/month
- βUnlimited pages
- β7-day page history
- β10 guests
Plus
Β£7/user/month
- βEverything in Free
- βUnlimited file uploads
- β30-day page history
- β100 guests
Business
Β£12/user/month
- βEverything in Plus
- βSAML SSO
- β90-day page history
- β250 guests
Enterprise
Custom
- βEverything in Business
- βAdvanced security
- βAudit log
- βUnlimited page history
Not sure which to pick?
Our team has implemented both ConvertKit and Notion for clients. We can help you decide based on your specific needs.
ConvertKit Pros and Cons
βPros
- β’Built specifically for creators and bloggers
- β’Excellent deliverability rates
- β’Clean, simple interface
- β’Powerful tagging and segmentation
- β’Free plan for up to 10,000 subscribers
βCons
- β’Limited design customisation for emails
- β’No built-in CRM functionality
- β’Reporting is basic compared to competitors
- β’Higher pricing per subscriber than Mailchimp
- β’Limited e-commerce features beyond digital products
Notion Pros and Cons
βPros
- β’Extremely flexible and customisable
- β’Beautiful, clean interface
- β’Combine docs, databases, and wikis
- β’Active template community
- β’Good free plan
βCons
- β’Not a dedicated CRM (requires building your own)
- β’No automation without third-party tools
- β’No email integration by default
- β’Can become slow with large databases
- β’Learning curve for advanced features
Our Verdict: ConvertKit vs Notion
Both ConvertKit and Notion are solid options, but they serve different needs. Having implemented both for multiple clients, here is our recommendation:
Choose ConvertKit if you need Creators, bloggers, and podcasters who want simple but powerful email automation. With a starting price of Β£0/month and a rating of 4.3/5, it offers built specifically for creators and bloggers.
Choose Notion if you need Teams wanting a flexible workspace that can be moulded into a custom CRM. Starting at Β£0/month with a 4.4/5 rating, it excels at extremely flexible and customisable.
Still not sure? Talk to the Ikaroa team. We have helped hundreds of businesses make this exact decision, and we are happy to point you in the right direction.
π Get either product at a discount through Ikaroa Partners
Consider Open Doors Instead
Why choose between ConvertKit and Notion? Open Doors gives you the best features of both in one platform, for less. It is an all-in-one CRM with email marketing, SMS, funnels, booking, invoicing, automation, and more, starting at just Β£97/month with unlimited contacts.
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