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Layer8 Systems vs Notion

Notion is a great general-purpose wiki but lacks IT-specific features. NoteTakr is purpose-built for infrastructure teams — with AES-256-GCM encryption, device config versioning, semantic AI search, and deep integration with network maps and asset records.

Why teams leave Notion

  • Notion stores all data unencrypted — not suitable for credentials or device configs
  • No IT-specific structure: configs, runbooks, procedures require manual setup
  • No integration with network topology or ITAM tools
  • AI features require a $10+/user/month upgrade
  • No config version history or diff

Feature comparison

FeatureLayer8 SystemsNotion
AES-256-GCM encryption
Runbooks & SOPsManual setup
Config version history
Linked network nodes
Linked asset records
AI runbook generationNotion AI (paid add-on)
Semantic searchBasic keyword search
Credential storage
Free tier50 notesUnlimited (unencrypted)

Pricing

Layer8 Systems

Free tier (50 notes) · Pro $19 CAD/mo · Team $79 CAD/mo

Notion

Free tier (limited) · Plus $10 USD/user/mo · Business $15 USD/user/mo

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Free tier: 50 notes, 50 assets, 3 network maps

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