Are Notion’s Paid Plans Worth the Upgrade?
So, you’ve started using Notion and you’re already loving how it can organize your tasks, notes, and subscriptions in the same place. Now you might be looking to take it a step further.
You may have even heard about Notion’s paid plans and wondered, “Is it really worth the upgrade?”
Well, this article covers just that.
If you’re curious if making the upgrade is worth it, or want to know what comes with Notion’s Free, Plus, Business, and Enterprise plans, let’s get started.
The Free Plan Is A Powerhouse on Its Own
First things first—Notion’s free plan is incredibly generous. It’s built to give you everything you need to manage your personal and professional life without ever feeling like you’re missing out.
Here’s what you get for free:
- Unlimited Pages
- Unlimited Blocks
- Unlimited Databases
- Unlimited File Uploads (5MB max/file)
- Unlimited Published Pages
- Up to 10 Guests
- Permission Groups
- Real-Time Collaboration
- Real-Time Sync Across All Devices
- Basic Integrations (Slack, GitHub, etc.)
- Basic Automations (Buttons, Slack)
- 7-day Page History
- Notion Calendar
So, the free plan covers everything you need for most users, especially individuals.
Whether you’re organizing your life, planning projects, or taking notes, the free plan gives you plenty of room to grow and explore. Paid plans come in when you’re looking for a bit more power and sharing.
When to Consider a Paid Plan
The only time it makes sense to upgrade is if you need extended features. If you use Notion more than any other tool, or if you work with a team, you may want to consider upgrading.
Here’s what you get with Notion’s paid plans:
- More Guests (up to 100)
- Unlimited File Uploads (5GB max/file)
- Unlimited Charts
- Priority Support
- 30-day Page History
Biggest Benefits of the Paid Plan Features
Upgrading to a paid plan means you’ll never worry about file size limits with unlimited file uploads and 5GB per file. It’s without a doubt the most convenient way to get files from any device to another without a question.
Plus, inviting up to 100 guests means you really don’t have to ever page for more than one account–just share a page with someone (or 100 someones) and they have access for free. Very convenient.
Creating unlimited charts is a great way to make data easier to see and understand. If that’s for you, Plus is the plan with that feature included.
Who Should Upgrade?
If you’re someone who loves the flexibility of Notion and doesn’t need to manage files bigger than 5MB, the free plan will be just fine. The Plus plan is when conveniences like larger file sizes, more people, and longer page recover is what you’re looking for.
Depending on your needs, the added features like unlimited file uploads, massive 5GB file storage, version history, and extended 100 guest limit can make be a well worth it convenience.
The Notion’s Plus plan comes in at $12/month for all of the mentioned features.
And if you need even more advanced features, there’s a Business plan available for $15/month that provides business-oriented features such as company-wide sign-ons (SAML SSO), 90 day version history, and the ability to invite up to 250 guests vs. 100 on plus and 10 on the free plan.
Enterprise solutions are also available on a case by case basis. Feel free to reach out to me or Notion for support if you’re unsure which plan is best for you.
No Pressure, Just Options
You likely have your answer by now, but let’s circle back to the question in the beginning:
“Is it really worth the upgrade?“
Short answer: Without a doubt!… For some users.
In fact, about 70% of Notion users happily stick to the free plan because it’s more than enough for their personal uses.
Think of Notion like any tool in real life—you have the choice between a simple digital screwdriver or the entire toolkit from Home Depot’s aisle 6.
If you DIY around your house, a basic drill and bit set could be all you ever need. If, on the other hand, you build skyscrapers in New York, you probably need something a bit more powerful.
So, if you’re happy with what you’ve got, there’s no need to spend a dime. Just pick the right tool for your job, and you won’t be let down.
If You’re Interested In AI, Notion Has That Too
Notion has something to take your experience even further. Notion AI is now linked with OpenAI’s ChatGPT-4. If you haven’t seen the amazing things AI can do, it’s without a doubt the easiest way to get started and brainstorm ideas. Just add your own flair and you’re good to go!
If you’re interested, I wrote and article about how Notion AI works and why it could be the change you were looking for. Check it out here.
Ready to explore more? You can check out Notion’s paid plans here and see if the upgrade makes sense for you.
