Google Analytics vs Notion

The free data black hole that marketers love and developers dread meets the swiss army knife of productivity tools—if you don't mind spending hours organizing your tools. Here's our take.

Google Analytics

Nice Pick

The free data black hole that marketers love and developers dread.

Pros

• Free tier covers most small to medium sites
• Integrates seamlessly with Google Ads and other Google services
• Real-time reporting for quick insights
• Massive community and extensive documentation

Cons

• Privacy concerns and GDPR compliance headaches
• Steep learning curve for advanced features
• Data sampling can skew results on large datasets

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 Google Analytics if: You want free tier covers most small to medium sites and can live with privacy concerns and gdpr compliance headaches.

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

The Bottom Line

Google Analytics wins

The free data black hole that marketers love and developers dread.