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Head-to-Head Specification Audit
Linear vs Notion
Software Development Project Management · Global
Specification Matrix
| Metric | Linear | Notion |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/moBetter | $10/mo |
| API Rate Limit | 200 req/min | N/A |
| Target Country | Global | Global |
| Category | Project Management | Project Management |
| Compliance | SOC2, GDPR | GDPR, CCPA, SOC2 |
| Hosting Regions | US-East, EU-West | US-East, EU-West |
| Native Integrations | 6 listed | 8 listedBetter |
Linear — Key Specs
- ✓Fastest issue tracker — keyboard-first, sub-100ms UI
- ✓Linear AI: auto-triage, write issue descriptions, find duplicates
- ✓SOC 2 Type II, GDPR compliant
- ✓Best product for engineering teams at seed to Series B
Notion — Key Specs
- ✓All-in-one workspace: docs, databases, wikis, and project tracking in one tool
- ✓Notion AI generates meeting notes, summaries, and action items automatically
- ✓Flexible database views: table, kanban, calendar, gallery, and timeline
- ✓Free tier includes unlimited pages and blocks for individuals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is cheaper, Linear or Notion?+
Linear starts at $8/mo, which is lower than Notion at $10/mo.
Which tool is better for compliance — Linear or Notion?+
Both support SOC2, GDPR. Notion additionally supports CCPA.
Which tool is better suited for Global?+
Linear is evaluated for Software Development Project Management in Global with hosting regions: US-East, EU-West. Notion has hosting regions: US-East, EU-West. For data residency in Global, check each vendor's data processing agreements.
Data last verified: 26 June 2026
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