NotionLock vs Potion.so
Potion = SEO-optimized Notion site. NotionLock = protected Notion site.
Potion.so is another solid player in the "turn Notion into a website" space. Like Super.so, it works on the public side: performant hosting, SEO, custom domain, design tweaks. It has a limited free plan and reasonable paid tiers.
Here too, the difference with NotionLock isn't "quality" — it's purpose. I won't sell you "we're better" — we're not in their job. They're just different tools.
Quick feature comparison
| Feature | Potion.so | NotionLock |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Public SEO-friendly site | Private protected site |
| Password protection | ❌ No | ✅ Native |
| Custom domain | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Loading speed | ✅ Optimized (static) | ➖ Good but live proxy |
| Custom SEO meta tags | ✅ Yes | ➖ Limited (it's private) |
| Email capture for access | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Max views / expiration | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Permanent free plan | ➖ Limited | ✅ Yes |
| Entry price | $10/month | $0/month |
| Paid price (launch) | $20-40/month | €48 one-time (Lifetime) |
What Potion does well
If you're publishing a Notion blog that you want to rank on Google, Potion does an excellent job. They care about performance, image optimization, redirects, and offer a visual editor to tweak CSS without coding. If you're a creator blogging on Notion, it's a natural pick.
What NotionLock does that Potion doesn't
Anything related to privacy and monetization: password protection, paywall, email gate, access control by expiration or view count, full custom branding inside the viewer, custom domain for protected pages.
If your business model is "pay = enter", Potion isn't the choice. If it's "rank on Google = traffic = leads", NotionLock isn't the choice.
Recommended stack
For a Notion-first creator who wants both public content marketing and a private membership: Potion (or Super.so) for the public blog/landing → SEO traffic → conversion to NotionLock for the protected area. $10/month on Potion + €48 one-time on NotionLock Lifetime (during launch) covers the full setup. Equivalent with Webflow + Memberstack: $50-100/month recurring.
Verdict
They're not direct competitors. They're complementary. If your choice is "Potion or NotionLock", you probably haven't figured out what you're building yet. If it's "Potion + NotionLock", we're on the right track.
Frequently asked questions
Is Potion better for SEO than NotionLock?▾
Yes, if your goal is ranking on Google with public content. Potion optimizes Core Web Vitals and meta tags specifically for public sites. NotionLock isn't an SEO choice because it serves private pages.
Can I sell courses with Potion?▾
No, Potion has no paywall or password. For paid courses use NotionLock + Stripe Payment Link. Or go for a traditional course platform (Teachable, Kajabi).
Does Potion have a free plan?▾
Yes but limited (1 site, Potion branding visible, no custom domain). NotionLock instead has a generous permanent free plan with 5 protected pages.
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