Quick Verdict
Choose Upstash if:
You need serverless or edge functions
Choose Notion if:
You need startups or remote teams
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Upstash | Notion |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Starting price | Custom | $8/mo |
| G2 Rating | 4.7/5 | 4.7/5 |
| API Available |
Pricing Comparison
Monthly Cost by Team Size
* Pricing estimates based on standard paid plans. Actual costs may vary.
Upstash
Pros
- Serverless
- Great free tier
- Edge-ready
- Simple pricing
Cons
- Limited to Redis/Kafka
- Cold starts
- Newer platform
Notion
Pros
- All-in-one workspace
- Great template library
- Strong API
- Real-time collaboration
Cons
- Can be slow with large databases
- Learning curve
- Limited offline mode
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