Starts atFreemium; Pro US$144/yr per person
- Free plan
- Free trialfree trial of Pro or Business
- No watermark on free exports
Head-to-head
Milanote vs Canva: do you need a planning board or a design tool?
At a glance
Starts atFree plan · paid from $9.99/mo billed yearly
- Free plan
They do different jobs. Milanote is for planning: moodboards, scripts and content ideas on visual boards. Free allows 100 notes, images or links and 10 uploads. Paid is $9.99/month yearly. Canva makes the finished thumbnails, graphics and simple videos. Plan in Milanote, design in Canva.
Quick verdict
Side-by-side comparison
| Detail | Canva | Milanote |
|---|---|---|
| Main job | Design | Planning boards |
| Free plan | Free templates and tools | 100 notes/images/links, 10 uploads, unlimited shared boards, no time limit |
| Paid price | Pro: US$144/year for one person (about $12/month) | $9.99/month yearly, $12.50 monthly. Team: $49/month yearly |
| Exports | Video up to 1080p, no watermark (our data) | Not applicable |
| Best for | Thumbnails and posts | Script and idea planning |
For Shorts, TikTok and Reels
Milanote helps when you batch content: one board per series with hooks, shots and references. Canva makes the cover image or text overlay for each video.
How to choose
- If you need thumbnails now, start with Canva free.
- If your ideas live in scattered notes, try Milanote free.
- Upgrade Milanote only when you pass 100 items.
Common questions
Can Canva replace Milanote?
Canva has whiteboards, but Milanote is built around planning boards and notes.
Is Milanote free?
Yes, with no time limit, for 100 notes, images or links and 10 uploads.
How much is Milanote?
$9.99/month billed yearly or $12.50 monthly per person.
Related: Canva vs Adobe Express, thumbnail tools.
Sources: milanote.com/plans, canva.com/pricing. Canva prices are US prices from canva.com/pricing (checked 16 Oct 2026). Checked on 16 October 2026. Based on published plans and terms, not a hands-on test.