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Zapier vs Make
Both connect apps to automate tasks and both have free plans.
Quick verdict by use case
- Simplest setup for beginners: Zapier.
- More free volume: Make's free plan lists 1,000 credits a month vs Zapier's 100 tasks.
- Paid price: Zapier Professional from $19.99/month; Make's price depends on the credits you buy.
Pricing and free tier, side by side
| Zapier | Make | |
|---|---|---|
| What it does | Connects thousands of apps to automate tasks, including with AI steps. | A visual automation builder for connecting apps. |
| Is it actually free? | Free tier with limits | Free tier with limits |
| Free plan limits | Free forever: 100 tasks a month, two-step Zaps, Tables and Forms. | Free plan: 1,000 credits a month (from Make's pricing FAQ). |
| Pricing | Free; Professional from $19.99/month; Team and Enterprise higher. | Check pricing: paid tiers (Core, Pro, Teams) depend on how many credits you buy. |
| Best for | Small businesses automating simple app-to-app tasks. | Visual, multi-step automations at a lower cost per task. |
| Not great for | High-volume automations on the free plan. | Total beginners: the builder has a learning curve. |
| Last checked | 2026-10-13 | 2026-10-13 |
Official site: zapier.com ↗ Official site: make.com ↗
Strengths and weaknesses
Zapier
Good for: Small businesses automating simple app-to-app tasks.
Not great for: High-volume automations on the free plan.
Make
Good for: Visual, multi-step automations at a lower cost per task.
Not great for: Total beginners: the builder has a learning curve.
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Lindy
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Sources
- Zapier: zapier.com pricing ↗ (checked 2026-10-13)
- Make: make.com pricing ↗ (checked 2026-10-13)