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Trellis vs Notion + Stripe + custom portal
Compare Trellis to a Notion + Stripe + custom portal stack for agency client delivery, permissions, and invoicing.
Notion + Stripe is a popular DIY agency stack: docs and status in Notion, money in Stripe, maybe a light custom portal. It works until permissions, branding, and invoice chasing become a second job.
Comparison table
| Dimension | Trellis | Notion + Stripe |
|---|---|---|
| Client-facing UX | Purpose-built portal apps | Shared Notion pages or custom build |
| Permissions / tenancy | Org/space RLS model | Workspace discipline and manual sharing |
| Invoicing UX | Native invoices tied to spaces | Stripe Customer Portal / Checkout (separate) |
| CRM + leads | Native Lead Gen and CRM | Notion databases or another CRM |
| White-label | Plan-based branding and domains | Depends on custom portal investment |
| Maintenance | Productized apps and workflows | Glue, templates, and internal ops debt |
Where Trellis is the better fit
- You are tired of rebuilding portal/permission patterns per client
- Invoices and project status need to live with the client space
- You want less Zapier/Make glue between docs and money
Where Notion + Stripe may win
- Your team is deeply Notion-native and clients only need light visibility
- You already shipped a custom portal you like
- Tooling seats look cheaper and ops overhead is acceptable
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Next steps
Explore Solutions, check Pricing, and read Security. Trellis is in private beta — join the waitlist from the homepage when you want access.
FAQ
Is Notion + Stripe cheaper than Trellis?
- Seat costs can look lower. Agencies often undercount glue work: access control, status updates, and invoice chasing. Compare total cost of operations, not only subscriptions.
Can I migrate from Notion later?
- Yes. Many teams start with Notion for speed, then move client-facing work into a dedicated portal when the support load grows. Trellis is built for that transition.
Ready to run client work in one system?
Private beta — join the waitlist or compare plans.