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| Attribute | Airtable | Notion |
|---|---|---|
| Type | tool | tool |
| Summary | Airtable is a no-code database platform that combines spreadsheet simplicity with relational database power, enabling ops and product teams to build custom workflows without engineering. | All-in-one workspace for docs, wikis, and projects with AI-powered search and content organization. Notion AI workspace consolidates team knowledge in one searchable hub. |
| Pricing | freemium · See vendor site — sample data | freemium · See vendor site — sample data |
| Free trial | Yes | No / not listed |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | No |
| Editor rating | — | — |
| Categories | Operations, Databases & Data, Workflow Automation | Documentation & Knowledge Management, Team Collaboration, Project Management |
| Key features | Relational tables with linked records, lookups, and rollups for connected data · Multiple view types (grid, kanban, calendar, gallery) on the same data · Built-in automations for common workflows (email, Slack notifications, record creation) · Attachments, rich text, and formula fields for flexible content types · API and Zapier integration for connecting to external tools [verify current integrations on vendor site] | Block-based editor for flexible page layouts without coding · Relational databases with filtering, sorting, and custom views · AI-powered workspace search and content summarization (paid plans) · Real-time collaboration with inline comments and mention notifications · Granular permission controls at page and database level |
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