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PipedreamMost similar to Make in what it does, its category and its price.
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ZapierHas a free plan, rated 4.5 out of 5.
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IFTTTFrom $2.99/mo, against from $9/mo for Make.
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ParabolaRated 4.4 out of 5 in our review, against 4.5 for Make.
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At a glance
Green means better than Make, red means worse. Prices are starting prices per month.
| Tool | Our rating | Starts at | Free plan | Best for | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 MakeBaseline | 4.5 | $9/mo | Yes | Circular flow diagrams instead of a simple linear list | |
| Pipedream | 4.6+0.1 | $29/mo$20 more | Yes | Real code inline, built by and for developers | vs Make |
 Pabbly Connect | 4.3−0.2 | $19/mo$10 more | Yes | A one-time lifetime payment instead of a recurring subscription | vs Make |
| Zapier | 4.5Same | $19.99/mo$10.99 more | Yes | Still the widest app library after more than a decade | vs Make |
| Parabola | 4.4−0.1 | $80/mo$71 more | Yes | Built for ops teams wrangling messy spreadsheets and feeds | vs Make |
 Langflow | 4.2−0.3 | Free | Yes | DataStax-owned, but still free, open, and framework-agnostic | vs Make |
 Latenode | 4.4−0.1 | $19/mo$10 more | Yes | No-code building with a real code editor available mid-workflow | vs Make |
| IFTTT | 4.2−0.3 | $2.99/mo$6.01 less | Yes | The original trigger-action automation, running since 2010 | vs Make |
 Botpress | 4.3−0.2 | $89/mo$80 more | Yes | A visual flow builder for chatbots, with open-source roots | vs Make |
The alternatives in detail
In order of how closely each one matches Make.
Pipedream
4.6$29/mo
vs Make$20 more+0.1
Real code inline, built by and for developers.
- Inline Node.js, Python, Go, and Bash code in any workflow step
- No-code options available alongside full code access
- Built specifically with developers as the primary audience
Genuine first-class code access, not a limited escape hatch
Less approachable for non-technical users than pure no-code platforms
Pabbly Connect
4.3$19/mo
vs Make$10 more−0.2
A one-time lifetime payment instead of a recurring subscription.
- One-time lifetime payment option, unusual in this category
- Standard app-to-app trigger-and-action automation
- Conditional logic and multi-step workflows
Lifetime payment option avoids indefinite recurring billing
Lifetime option requires a larger upfront payment
Zapier
4.5$19.99/mo
vs Make$10.99 moreSame
Still the widest app library after more than a decade.
- Largest app integration library in this category
- Original popularizer of the trigger-action automation pattern
- AI-assisted Zap creation and generative workflow steps
Largest integration library gives the best odds of supporting any given app
Per-task pricing can grow higher-priced at higher automation volume
Parabola
4.4$80/mo
vs Make$71 more−0.1
Built for ops teams wrangling messy spreadsheets and feeds.
- Visual data-transformation pipeline builder
- Built for messy spreadsheet, email, and feed data
- Strong fit for e-commerce and logistics operations
Purpose-built for messy, inconsistent real-world data, not just clean APIs
Higher starting price than general-purpose automation tools
Langflow
4.2Free
vs Make−0.3
DataStax-owned, but still free, open, and framework-agnostic.
- Open-source visual builder for LangChain-based RAG and agent apps
- Acquired by DataStax in 2024, remains free and open
- Integration with DataStax Astra DB available optionally
Free and open source despite being corporately owned
Corporate ownership raises long-term independence questions for some users
Latenode
4.4$19/mo
vs Make$10 more−0.1
No-code building with a real code editor available mid-workflow.
- Visual no-code workflow builder
- Built-in JavaScript code editor within any step
- Hybrid no-code and low-code workflow design
Genuine code access removes no-code platforms' usual ceiling
Code editor requires real JavaScript knowledge to use effectively
IFTTT
4.2$2.99/mo
vs Make$6.01 less−0.3
The original trigger-action automation, running since 2010.
- Original trigger-action "applet" automation pattern
- Strong focus on smart-home and personal device integration
- AI-assisted applet creation from plain-language descriptions
Pioneered the trigger-action pattern most later automation tools still use
Less suited to complex, multi-step business workflows
Botpress
4.3$89/mo
vs Make$80 more−0.2
A visual flow builder for chatbots, with open-source roots.
- Visual flow builder for structured conversation design
- LLM integration for open-ended generative responses
- Multi-channel deployment (web, WhatsApp, Slack, and more)
Granular flow control suits complex, structured conversation needs
Higher entry price than simpler chatbot builders
FAQ
Questions people ask
Is Make free?
Make has a free plan, and paid plans start from $9/mo.
What is the best free alternative to Make?
Pipedream is the highest-rated alternative here with a free plan (4.6 out of 5). Other free options: Zapier, Parabola, Latenode.
What is the cheapest alternative to Make?
Among paid plans, IFTTT has the lowest starting price (from $2.99/mo). If you need it free, start with Pipedream.
How did you pick these alternatives?
We match tools on what they do, their category and their price, using the details in our directory. Ratings come from our reviews and reader reviews.