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Which AI tool should I use to automate workflows between apps?

Automation platforms trigger actions across apps without code. They differ mainly on price per run and how technical they feel.

  1. Rank 1

    Make

    Verdict The best value visual builder, with branching, loops and 1,000 free credits a month. The canvas has a learning curve compared to Zapier's linear steps.

    Best for
    Multi-step automations on a budget
    Price
    Free tier: yes. $9/mo. Free plan: 1,000 credits/month. Core is $9/mo billed annually ($10.59 monthly).
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  2. Rank 2

    Zapier

    Verdict The easiest to learn and connects to more apps than anyone. It gets expensive fast as task counts grow, and the free plan only allows two-step Zaps.

    Best for
    Non-technical users who want it to just work
    Price
    Free tier: yes. $19.99/mo. Free plan: 100 tasks/month, two-step Zaps. $19.99/mo is Professional billed annually ($29.99 monthly).
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  3. Rank 3

    n8n

    Verdict Unlimited runs if you self-host, plus strong AI-agent nodes and custom code. Self-hosting means you handle updates and uptime; Cloud is priced in euros starting at €24/mo.

    Best for
    Developers and high-volume or privacy-sensitive workflows
    Price
    Free tier: yes. €24/mo. Free via self-hosted Community Edition (you pay for your own server). Cloud Starter €24/mo (€20/mo annually), 2,500 executions.
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