Codeium vs Notion

The AI sidekick that writes code faster than you can think, but sometimes thinks it's smarter than you meets the swiss army knife of productivity tools—if you don't mind spending hours organizing your tools. Here's our take.

Codeium

Nice Pick

The AI sidekick that writes code faster than you can think, but sometimes thinks it's smarter than you.

Pros

• Real-time, context-aware suggestions that actually make sense
• Seamless integration with VS Code, JetBrains, and other popular editors
• Free tier with generous usage limits for solo developers

Cons

• Can generate overly verbose or boilerplate-heavy code
• Struggles with niche or legacy codebases

Notion

The Swiss Army knife of productivity tools—if you don't mind spending hours organizing your tools.

Pros

• Flexible block-based editor for endless customization
• All-in-one workspace combining notes, databases, and project management
• Great for collaboration with real-time editing and sharing
• Free tier is generous for personal use

Cons

• Can feel overwhelming with too many options and setup time
• Offline mode is clunky and unreliable

The Verdict

Use Codeium if: You want real-time, context-aware suggestions that actually make sense and can live with can generate overly verbose or boilerplate-heavy code.

Use Notion if: You prioritize flexible block-based editor for endless customization over what Codeium offers.

The Bottom Line

Codeium wins

The AI sidekick that writes code faster than you can think, but sometimes thinks it's smarter than you.