⚡ Automation
Connect your tools, automate repetitive work, and build workflows without writing code.
Top Pick
Make (Integromat)
Visual automation for power users
Free tier (1K ops), paid from $9/mo
Make lets you build complex automations with a visual drag-and-drop builder. More powerful than Zapier for complex workflows, with a generous free tier.
Pros
- Visual workflow builder
- More powerful than Zapier
- Great free tier
- HTTP module for anything
Cons
- Steeper learning curve
- Can be fragile with complex flows
- Smaller app ecosystem
Best for: Tech-comfortable founders who want powerful automation at a lower price.
Mid Range
Zapier
The easy automation standard
Free tier (100 tasks), paid from $19.99/mo
Zapier is the most widely used automation platform with 6,000+ app integrations. Simple trigger-action setup, but costs grow quickly as your usage increases.
Pros
- Largest app ecosystem
- Very easy to use
- Multi-step zaps
- Reliable
Cons
- Expensive at scale
- Limited free tier
- Less flexible than Make
Best for: Non-technical founders who want quick, reliable automations.
Budget
n8n
Self-hosted, open-source automation
Free (self-hosted), cloud from $20/mo
n8n is an open-source workflow automation tool you can self-host for free. Full control, no per-task pricing, and a code-friendly approach.
Pros
- Self-host for free
- No task limits
- Open source
- Code-friendly
Cons
- Requires server to self-host
- Smaller community
- Steeper learning curve
Best for: Technical founders who want full control and no per-task costs.