Make.comFreemium
Visual automation platform that connects thousands of apps with no-code workflows.
Automation comparison
Make.com vs Zapier
Pricing, pros, cons, and ideal use cases — side by side.
ZapierFreemium
The most widely used automation platform — connects 6,000+ apps with simple triggers.
At a glance
| Make.com | Zapier | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | FreemiumFree plan with 1,000 credits a month and 2 active scenarios. Core $12/month on annual billing ($16 monthly), Pro $21 ($28 monthly), Teams $38 ($51 monthly), each with 10,000 credits a month; Enterprise custom. The billing unit is now credits, one per module action, rather than operations. As read on the vendor's pricing page in early October 2026. | FreemiumFree plan available (100 tasks/month). Paid from $19.99/month. |
| Category | Automation | Automation |
| Ideal for | Any SMBAgenciesRecruitersEcommerce | Any SMBLaw FirmsAccountantsInsurance |
Pros & cons
Make.com
Pros
- Visual drag-and-drop builder
- More powerful than Zapier
- Generous free tier
- Handles complex logic
Cons
- Steeper learning curve than Zapier
- Debugging can be complex
Zapier
Pros
- Easiest to learn
- 6,000+ app integrations
- Reliable and battle-tested
Cons
- Expensive at scale
- Limited logic compared to Make
- Each step counts as a task
Which should you choose?
Both Make.com and Zapier are solid options in this category — the best pick depends on your existing stack, budget, and team experience.
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