Make vs Zapier
Make and Zapier are the two dominant no-code automation tools. Make offers a visual canvas for complex multi-step workflows at a lower price. Zapier is simpler and has a larger app library but costs more at scale. Teams choosing between them weigh complexity versus ease.
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Visual automation platform (formerly Integromat) vs Automation for everyone.
| Feature | Make | Zapier |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing from | Free, paid from $9/mo | Free, paid from $19.99/mo |
| Primary use case | Complex visual multi-step workflow automation | Simple linear automations between cloud apps |
| Pricing | Free plan; Core at $9/mo | Free plan; Starter at $19.99/mo |
| Ease of use | Visual canvas is powerful but has a learning curve | Linear interface; easiest automation tool for beginners |
| Key strength | Advanced routing, data transformation, and lower cost | 6000+ app integrations; fastest to set up for simple flows |
| Key weakness | Steeper learning curve; fewer native integrations than Zapier | Expensive at scale; limited branching logic |
| Team features | Team workspaces, scenario versioning, history | Team plans with shared Zaps and task history |
The third option most teams miss
Picking between Make and Zapier isn't the only choice.
Make is more powerful and cheaper than Zapier for complex workflows - but for automation that lives inside your own app, Appaca builds it all together from a description.
- No code, no deployment, no devops
- Built-in database, dashboards, team access
- Refine with chat as your needs change
- Free to start, no per-seat pricing surprises
Common questions
Yes. Integromat rebranded to Make in 2022. The platform is the same, with the same visual canvas for building complex automations.
Make is significantly cheaper per operation. At 10,000 operations per month, Make costs around $9/mo while Zapier can cost $49/mo or more for equivalent tasks.
Zapier has more native integrations (6000+). Make has fewer but its HTTP module lets it connect to any API, making it highly flexible for technical users.
Appaca is a third option for teams that don't want to choose between two existing tools. Instead of forcing your workflow into someone else's product, Appaca builds a custom app from a description - with built-in database, hosting, and team access. Try it free at appaca.ai.