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Motion vs Workflowy

Motion and Workflowy are both Productivity tools in our directory. This side-by-side comparison covers pricing, user ratings, supported platforms, key features and open-source status so you can decide which one fits your needs.

Side-by-side comparison

AttributeMotionWorkflowy
VendorMotionWorkFlowy
Rating★ 4.4★ 4.6
PricingPaidFreemium
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidWeb, Desktop, iOS, Android
Key featuresAuto-scheduling of tasks into your calendar, Automatic re-planning on slippage, Project & workload views for teamsInfinite outline, Zoom, Search
HeadquartersSan Francisco, USASan Francisco, USA
Founded20192010
Open sourceNoNo

Key differences

  • Workflowy has a higher user rating (4.6★ vs 4.4★).
  • Motion is Paid, while Workflowy is Freemium.
  • Motion runs on Web, iOS, Android; Workflowy runs on Web, Desktop, iOS, Android.

Frequently asked questions

Is Motion or Workflowy better?

By user rating, Workflowy scores higher (4.6★ vs 4.4★). Both are capable Productivity tools, so review the feature comparison for your use case.

Which is cheaper, Motion or Workflowy?

Motion is Paid and Workflowy is Freemium. Check each product page for current plan details.

Are Motion and Workflowy open source?

No — neither Motion nor Workflowy is open source.

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