Zapier
ZapierThe connective tissue between apps, now with AI steps.
Zapier vs Make
The connective tissue between apps, now with AI steps. On the other side: visual automation with real branching, cheaper than the alternative.
Entry priceFree tier; paid plans from about $20/moFree tier; paid from about $9/mo
Free tierFree tierFree tier
Deciding factorYou want the widest integration list and the shortest path to a working zap.versus: Your process has branches, iterators, or enough volume that per-task pricing h
Bottom line
Start with Zapier; move to Make when the bill or the branching demands it.
The short answer
Zapier is easier for the first workflow and more expensive at volume; Make is harder for the first hour and cheaper per operation, with real branching. The trap is picking Zapier for a prototype and then rebuilding everything in Make a year later when the task count grows.
Facts
| Option | Pricing | Free tier | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zapier | Free tier; paid plans from about $20/mo | Free tier | Check pricing ↗ |
| Make | Free tier; paid from about $9/mo | Free tier | Check pricing ↗ |
Pick Zapier if
You want the widest integration list and the shortest path to a working zap.
Pick Make if
Your process has branches, iterators, or enough volume that per-task pricing hurts.
What would change our mind
A pricing change or a free-tier removal flips this comparison faster than any feature release. Both pages are re-checked weekly, and the date above tells you how much to trust the numbers.
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