Zapier
No-code automations across thousands of apps, plus agents.
Overview
Zapier connects apps so that something in one app triggers steps in others, with no code. It connects 9,000+ apps. You can build a workflow (a Zap) in its editor, in code, or from AI tools like Claude or ChatGPT through Zapier MCP.
Best for
Small teams that want to automate work between their apps without code.
Skip it if
Skip it if you have many runs a month and want to self-host; n8n costs less there.
Pricing
Free $0. Professional from $19.99/mo billed yearly ($29.99 monthly). Team from $69/mo billed yearly ($103.50 monthly). Checked Oct 14, 2026 on the official pricing page.
Pros
- Has a free plan.
- 9,000+ apps to connect.
- Filters, paths, scheduling, formatting, looping and webhooks are built in.
Cons
- Paid plans charge by tasks, so busy workflows cost more.
- n8n costs less if you run many automations and can self-host.
How it compares
For no-code automations our Best pick is Zapier. The runner-up is Make, and the free pick is n8n. If you run many automations a month and can self-host, n8n costs less.
Quick start
- Make a free account at zapier.com.
- Build a Zap in the editor.
- Turn it on. Zapier shows each run and retries failed ones.
Verdict
The easy default for connecting apps. Watch your task count as you grow.
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