Great docs tool.
Not a project manager.
Notion is powerful for wikis, docs, and flexible databases. But if you find yourself building four linked views just to see what your team is working on this sprint, you might need a tool built specifically for project management. is.team is that tool — where AI agents and your team manage projects together.
Docs-first vs. task-first
is.team is for you if…
- Your primary need is tracking and shipping work
- You want boards, tasks, and assignments front and center
- Built-in voice rooms matter for standups
- You want AI agents that manage tasks alongside your team
- Flat-rate pricing is important at your team size
Stay with Notion if…
- You need a company wiki or knowledge base
- You use Notion databases as a flexible CRM or content calendar
- Docs and project work need to live in the same tool
- You rely on Notion's block-based formulas and database relations
- Your team is already deeply invested in the Notion ecosystem
Feature comparison
Direct and honest — based on publicly available product documentation.
is.team
AI-native project management
Notion
Built for docs and flexible databases
notion.com
Price for a 5-person team
is.team charges per workspace. Notion charges per user — and AI features require the Business plan.
| Plan | Monthly cost (5 users) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
is.team Freeis.team | $0 | Up to 3 members, 2 boards. No credit card required. |
is.team Starteris.team | $8/mo flat | Up to 5 members. Flat rate, no per-seat fees. |
is.team Prois.team | $16/mo flat | Up to 15 members. All AI features. Voice rooms. |
is.team Maxis.team | $39/mo flat | Up to 50 members. Unlimited boards. Priority support. |
Notion Free | $0 | Generous free tier for individuals; limited collaborative features. |
Notion Plus † | $60/mo | $12/user/mo × 5 users. No AI features on this tier. |
Notion Business † | $90/mo | $18/user/mo × 5 users. AI features included. Meeting Notes requires this plan. |
† Notion pricing is per user, billed monthly. Rates are based on publicly listed prices as of March 2026 — visit notion.com for current pricing.
Where Notion genuinely wins
Notion is an excellent product. Here's where it's the right choice — and we'll say it directly.
Docs, wikis, and knowledge bases
Notion is best-in-class for team documentation. If your primary use case is a company wiki, internal handbook, or shared notes, Notion's document features are deeper and more flexible than is.team's.
Flexible databases and relations
Notion's block-based databases with formulas, rollups, and cross-database relations are extremely powerful for teams that need a custom CRM, content calendar, or structured data — not just tasks.
Docs + project management in one place
If your team wants to manage projects and write their documentation in the same tool without switching contexts, Notion combines both. is.team is a dedicated project management tool, not a general-purpose workspace.
Larger free plan
Notion's free plan is generous for individuals and teams getting started. is.team's free plan is designed for solo use, with team features starting on the Starter plan.
If you primarily need documentation and a flexible knowledge base, Notion is the right tool. If you primarily need to track, assign, and ship work — is.team will get out of your way and let you focus on delivery.
Frequently asked questions
Can is.team replace Notion for project management?+
Yes. While Notion is a great docs and knowledge base tool, is.team is purpose-built for project management with kanban boards, an infinite canvas, and AI workflow automation.
Does is.team have a docs/wiki feature?+
is.team has rich-text notes on the canvas. For heavy documentation needs, you can integrate with Google Drive or use Notion alongside is.team.
How does is.team compare to Notion's databases?+
is.team uses visual kanban boards on an infinite canvas instead of databases. Tasks have types, priorities, assignees, and due dates — without the setup complexity of Notion databases.
Is is.team cheaper than Notion?+
is.team plans range from Free ($0 for 1–3 members) to Max ($39/mo for up to 50 members) — all flat-rate. Notion Plus is $12/user/mo. For a 5-person team, is.team is significantly cheaper.
Does is.team have AI features like Notion AI?+
Yes. is.team is AI-native — AI agents join your board as teammates, handling task management, meeting note extraction, and workflow automation through an open API. All AI features are included in paid plans.
Where AI and humans manage projects together.
No database formulas. No linked views. Just boards, tasks, owners, and clear next steps — with AI agents and voice rooms built in.
Feature comparisons are based on publicly available product documentation as of March 2026 and may not reflect recent updates. Pricing is approximate; rates vary by billing cycle and team size — visit each product's website for current details. Notion is a trademark of Notion Labs, Inc. is.team is not affiliated with or endorsed by Notion.
