Top 5 Zapier Alternatives: Make, Tray.io, and More

For those who want to increase productivity, Zapier is a popular choice. This effective tool helps users automate workflows, connect apps and software platforms, and get things done quicker, easier, and with less back-and-forth. Of course, Zapier is popular but it’s not the only tool of its kind. Several alternatives exist that may be less well-known, but still have their own list of features that are quite impressive. 

Whether you are looking for something free, checking to make sure that you get the best tools, or just aren’t into Zapier for whatever reason, you’re in the right place. With so many services and solutions available today, you don’t have to limit yourself to the most popular or the one that “everyone else is using” if it’s not right for you. With that in mind, let’s take a look at five alternatives to Zapier, their features, and other details. 

Once you review this list, you’ll have the information that you need to make the right decision about your workflow automation and productivity tools. Whether that’s one of the tools on this list or another one entirely is up to you. Before we get to the list, let’s take a quick look at Zapier’s features and costs. 

What is Zapier?

Zapier is an application that was designed to save time and effort by automating all kinds of daily tasks. Users can choose from pre-created workflows or create their own, known as Zaps, to help improve productivity. Zapier has five different pricing plans available for various size organizations, with costs ranging from free to $799 per month, with billing done on an annual basis. There’s a 15% discount for nonprofits, too, so that’s worth noting. 

You can use Zapier to connect over 5,000 apps, create Zaps with the workflow editor or select built-in apps and workflows, and get access to extensive support and assistance from the Zapier team. For premium users, multi-step workflows are available, as are collaboration tools for teams and larger organizations. 

So, if you’re not into Zapier, what are your other options? Here are five good alternatives to consider. 

1. Make

Make is an advanced automation platform with more than half a million users, including the likes of Adidas, Spotify, Meta, and others. It integrates with tons of apps and services, includes a visual editor for easy workflow creation, and comes with hundreds of pre-loaded templates so that you can get started right away. 

Make allows up to 1,000 operations per month on the free plan, which is 10 times that of Zapier. It’s also got connections to more apps and tools available for free and their pricing is much more affordable in general. 

• Free Option: Yes 
• Starting Cost: $10.59/month 
• No-code automation 
• Visual workflow editing
• Many integrations available

2. Tray.io

Tray.io is another great tool that can deliver all the resources that you need to automate workflows and streamline processes. This cloud-based automation tool focuses on low-code automation so that you can build workflows without having to know code. It includes enterprise-grade support and security for all users and comes with a simple user interface that makes getting started a breeze. 

Tray.io does require you to contact them for pricing, but they are readily available and will be upfront and transparent to those who do reach out. 

• Free Option: No
• Starting Cost: Custom quote
• Low-code automation
• Premium support 
• Scalable platform for growing businesses

3. Workato

Workato provides an intuitive interface and an easy-to-use platform where you can set up all kinds of “recipes” with more than 225,000 available in the community that can be set up in minutes. You can customize the pre-built workflows or create your own, or even use the existing recipes as-is for your own productivity needs. The app has premium security and smart triggers that make managing workflows easier than ever. 

Workato is also scalable and although they now require you to contact them for pricing, the platform still makes many of the top lists for Zapier alternatives, including ours. 

• Free Option: Discontinued
• Starting Cost: Custom pricing
• No coding required
• Utilizes machine learning
• Lots of pre-built connections

4. Automate.io

Automate.io has affordable options that include a free plan, with top-rated customer service and reports that the platform is easy to use. This cloud-based platform offers a simple drag-and-drop interface that makes building workflows easy. It also includes security features and a host of software options, along with educational resources, which is something you don’t find in every automation tool. 

Automate.io has more than 30,000 customers, including Adobe, Uber, Vonage, and Intel. They only support English customers for now, but that’s likely to change as the demand grows. 

• Free Option: Yes
• Starting Cost: $9.99/month 
• Drag-and-drop workflow creation means no coding
• Several software choices
• Organized task flows and a simple user interface

5. IFTTT

IFTTT is the last on the list, but it’s certainly not the “least” in any capacity. With this platform, users will be able to automate an unlimited number of workflows, and the app is available on Google Play and the iOS App Store so that you can access your automation tools on the go. It connects with over 7000 apps, business tools, email providers, cloud platforms, and more. 

IFTTT also offers Smart automation features with home appliances and other devices, voice assistants, and more, which is something Zapier doesn’t offer. 

• Free Option: Yes 
• Starting Cost: $5 per month
• Easy setup and no coding
• Mobile support available
• Several pre-built recipes

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