Notion
Productivity
Obsidian
Productivity
Notion vs Obsidian in Singapore — which is right for your business?
Both are productivity tools used by Singapore businesses. Here is a side-by-side comparison covering SGD pricing, PSG eligibility, PDPA compliance, and local context to help you decide.
Singapore-specific comparison
| Criterion | Notion | Obsidian |
|---|---|---|
| SGD pricing (incl. 9% GST) | S$22.07/mo | S$22.07/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| PSG grant eligible | Checking | Checking |
| PDPA compliant | No | No |
| SG / APAC data centre | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| GST / InvoiceNow ready | No | No |
| PayNow / local bank feeds | No | No |
| CPF payroll support | No | No |
| SkillsFuture eligible | No | No |
Stackd verdict
Notion
Singapore businesses prioritising PSG grants, PDPA compliance, SGD local billing, InvoiceNow GST compliance, and APAC data residency will need to verify Notion's capabilities in these areas, as the search results do not confirm them.
Obsidian
For Singaporean businesses, Obsidian offers a strong solution for managing proprietary information locally, which can be advantageous for data residency concerns. Its potential PSG eligibility, though unconfirmed, could offer significant cost savings for local SMEs.
Pros & cons — Singapore view
Notion
Pros
+Helps meet various business needs
+Provides detailed information on pricing and reviews
+Can improve business productivity and organization
+Highly customizable for various needs
Cons
–PSG eligibility unconfirmed for Notion
–PDPA compliance unconfirmed for Notion
–SGD local billing support unconfirmed
Obsidian
Pros
+Secure, local data storage
+Customizable for various business needs
+Enhances team knowledge sharing
+Offline-first data ownership
Cons
–Lacks enterprise-grade collaboration features
–Requires self-hosting for shared vaults
–Potential data sync complexities for large teams
Who should choose which
Choose Notion if...
›SMEs
›Startups
›MNCs
›Freelancers
Choose Obsidian if...
›Consulting Firms
›R&D Teams
›Knowledge-intensive SMEs
›Researchers
Singapore FAQ
Is Notion available in Singapore?
Yes, Notion is available in Singapore as evidenced by its listing on Capterra Singapore.
Does Notion support SGD pricing?
The provided search results do not confirm if Notion supports SGD local billing. This is a crucial factor for many Singapore businesses.
Is Notion PSG-eligible?
The search results do not confirm if Notion is eligible for the Singapore Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG). Businesses often seek PSG-approved solutions for up to 50% funding support.
Is Notion PDPA compliant?
The search results do not confirm if Notion is compliant with Singapore's Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA). PDPA compliance is mandatory for all organizations collecting, using, or disclosing personal data in Singapore.
Want to explore each tool further?
Read our full Singapore reviews before deciding.