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Head to head

Make vs Zapier

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Make
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2 wins

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1 wins

VS

Our verdict

In our side-by-side, Make edges it — it comes out on top in 2 of the 7 things we checked.

Money-wise, Make is the friendlier option ($9 vs $19.99).

  • Go with Make if you’re watching the budget and you hop between devices.
  • Go with Zapier if you prefer the crowd favourite.

Make vs Zapier: side by side

CriteriaMakeZapier
Pricing modelFreemiumFreemium
Starting price$9 ✓$19.99
Free planYesYes
User rating——
Reviews00
APIYesYes
Platformsweb, ios, android, browser-extension ✓web, desktop
Popularity66k pts87k pts ✓

Make features

  • ✓ Visual scenario builder with routers and filters
  • ✓ Run history showing data at every module
  • ✓ AI modules for language-model steps
  • ✓ Iterators, aggregators and error handlers

Best for

  • • Syncing orders between a store and accounting app
  • • Building multi-branch lead routing workflows
  • • Processing batches of files or records on schedule
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Zapier features

  • ✓ Trigger-and-action workflows across thousands of apps
  • ✓ Natural-language builder that drafts automations
  • ✓ AI agents and AI steps inside workflows
  • ✓ Built-in tables, forms and multi-step paths

Best for

  • • Sending new form leads straight into a CRM
  • • Posting daily summaries to a team chat channel
  • • Routing support emails to the right person
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FAQ

Should I use Make or Zapier?+

We lean towards Make — it wins more of our checks. That said, Zapier is the better fit for non-technical teams who want reliable automations without coding.

Is Make cheaper than Zapier?+

Yes — Make starts at $9, Zapier at $19.99.

Do Make and Zapier have free plans?+

Make: Free · from $9/mo. Zapier: Free · from $19.99/mo.

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