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IFTTTMost similar to Zapier in what it does, its category and its price.
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IntegratelyHas a free plan, rated 4.5 out of 5.
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MakeFrom $9/mo, against from $19.99/mo for Zapier.
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LindyRated 4.5 out of 5 in our review, against 4.5 for Zapier.
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At a glance
Green means better than Zapier, red means worse. Prices are starting prices per month.
| Tool | Our rating | Starts at | Free plan | Best for | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.5 | $19.99/mo | Yes | Still the widest app library after more than a decade | ||
| 4.2−0.3 | $2.99/mo$17 less | Yes | The original trigger-action automation, running since 2010 | vs Zapier | |
| 4.3−0.2 | $19/mo$0.99 less | Yes | A one-time lifetime payment instead of a recurring subscription | vs Zapier | |
| 4.5Same | $20/mo$0.01 more | Yes | Thousands of one-click automations, pre-built and ready to run | vs Zapier | |
| 4.3−0.2 | $15/mo$4.99 less | No | Cloud flows and desktop RPA under one Microsoft roof | vs Zapier | |
| 4.5Same | $9/mo$10.99 less | Yes | Circular flow diagrams instead of a simple linear list | vs Zapier | |
| 4.5Same | $29.99/mo$10 more | No | Build a named AI employee instead of an abstract workflow | vs Zapier | |
| 3.9−0.6 | Not listed | No | No-code platform for building internal business apps, forms, and workflows with AI-assisted automation. | vs Zapier | |
| 4.4−0.1 | $19/mo$0.99 less | Yes | No-code building with a real code editor available mid-workflow | vs Zapier |
The alternatives in detail
In order of how closely each one matches Zapier.

IFTTT
4.2$2.99/mo
vs Zapier$17 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

Pabbly Connect
4.3$19/mo
vs Zapier$0.99 less−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

Integrately
4.5$20/mo
vs Zapier$0.01 moreSame
Thousands of one-click automations, pre-built and ready to run.
- Library of over 100,000 pre-built, one-click automations
- Fast setup for common app-to-app integrations
- Custom workflow builder available for non-standard needs
Extremely fast setup for common, standard integrations
Pre-built templates offer less customization than building from scratch

Microsoft Power Automate
4.3$15/mo
vs Zapier$4.99 less−0.2
Cloud flows and desktop RPA under one Microsoft roof.
- Cloud flows for SaaS app integration
- Desktop RPA for legacy software automation
- AI-generated steps layered into traditional flows
Combines cloud integration and desktop RPA in one platform
Per-user pricing adds up for larger teams

Make
4.5$9/mo
vs Zapier$10.99 lessSame
Circular flow diagrams instead of a simple linear list.
- Circular flow-diagram visual builder
- Owned by Celonis since a 2020 acquisition
- Visible data structure at each workflow step
Visual flow diagrams make complex branching logic easier to debug
Flow-diagram interface has a steeper learning curve than simpler tools

Lindy
4.5$29.99/mo
vs Zapier$10 moreSame
Build a named AI employee instead of an abstract workflow.
- Pre-built AI employee templates for common business roles
- Email, scheduling, and call-handling automation
- Multiple Lindys can collaborate on handoffs
AI-employee framing is intuitive for delegating specific jobs
Higher starting price than general-purpose workflow builders

Jestor
3.9Not listed
vs Zapier−0.6
No-code platform for building internal business apps, forms, and workflows with AI-assisted automation.
- Visual no-code builder for relational databases, forms, and workflows
- Workflow automation triggers layered on top of custom data tables
- Built-in analytics for tracking activity across internal tools
Y Combinator-backed with real staying power since its 2020 founding
Ongoing pricing is not published; budgeting requires a sales conversation

Latenode
4.4$19/mo
vs Zapier$0.99 less−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
FAQ
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Is Zapier free?
Zapier has a free plan, and paid plans start from $19.99/mo.
What is the best free alternative to Zapier?
Integrately is the highest-rated alternative here with a free plan (4.5 out of 5). Other free options: Make, Latenode, Pabbly Connect.
What is the cheapest alternative to Zapier?
Among paid plans, IFTTT has the lowest starting price (from $2.99/mo). If you need it free, start with Integrately.
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.
