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Side-by-side breakdowns of the top automation platforms. Find the right fit for your workflow.
A detailed comparison of two popular automation platforms
Written & maintained by the DangWire Editorial Team · Last content review: October 2026 · How we research & update these pages
| Feature | Make | Zapier |
|---|---|---|
| Visual workflow builder | ✅ | — |
| Free tier | 1,000 ops/mo | 100 tasks/mo |
| Pre-built integrations | ~1,500 | 6,000+ |
| Custom API calls | ✅ | Limited |
| Multi-branch logic | ✅ | Via Paths |
| Error handling | ✅ | Basic |
| Sub-scenarios / modules | ✅ | — |
| Data mapping | Advanced | Basic |
| Team collaboration | ✅ | ✅ |
| SSO / SAML | — | Enterprise |
| Tier | Make | Zapier |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 (1,000 ops) | $0 (100 tasks) |
| Starter | $9/mo | $19.99/mo |
| Pro | $16/mo | $49/mo |
| Teams | $29/mo/user | $69/mo/user |
Make:
Visual canvas, steeper learning curve, more powerful
Zapier:
Simple linear flows, faster to start, limited complexity
Make:
Complex workflows, budget-conscious teams, power users
Zapier:
Quick linear automations, non-technical users, large app library
Zapier wins on app breadth and simplicity. Make wins on pricing, visual power, and advanced logic. For form-to-app automations specifically, Make's visual builder and lower costs make it the stronger choice.
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