# IFTTT vs Microsoft Power Automate

**Leader by vioscaleAI score:** IFTTT

| Attribute | IFTTT | Microsoft Power Automate |
|---|---|---|
| **vioscaleAI score** | 73.6 (54% (medium)) | 59.3 (35% (low)) |
| content.faq | `[{"answer":"A platform that automates tasks by linking different apps and devices together through trigger-based workflows called Applets. Users can enable pre-built automations or create custom ones in minutes by selecting triggers and actions from an ecosystem of thousands of services. It is indexed under No-Code Automation Tools.","source":"https://ifttt.com/plans","question":"What is IFTTT?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"IFTTT offers a free tier, so you can start without paying. Paid plans start at $2.99 per month. Prices are published openly on the vendor's own pricing page. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.","source":"https://ifttt.com","question":"Is IFTTT free?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"IFTTT supports the web, iOS and Android. Platforms we have not confirmed are simply not listed here rather than ruled out.","source":"https://ifttt.com/plans","question":"What platforms does IFTTT support?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have only confirmed a cloud / SaaS deployment for IFTTT, so it appears to be vendor-hosted. If a self-hosted option exists we have not found it documented publicly.","source":"https://ifttt.com/plans","question":"Can IFTTT be self-hosted?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed 42 integrations for IFTTT, including Spotify, Weather Underground, Google Calendar, Google Tasks, Google Sheets, Google Business Profile, Google Assistant and Todoist, plus 34 more. This is what we could verify from public sources, so the vendor may support others we have not indexed.","source":"https://ifttt.com/plans","question":"What does IFTTT integrate with?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have independently confirmed GDPR for IFTTT. Certifications we do not list are ones we have not been able to verify from public sources, which is not the same as IFTTT not holding them. Always confirm compliance directly before you rely on it.","source":"https://ifttt.com/explore/quickbooks-online-pricing","question":"What security certifications does IFTTT have?","confidence":0.6}]` | `[{"answer":"A business automation platform that enables organizations to streamline operations through low-code workflow design and artificial intelligence capabilities. It is indexed under No-Code Automation Tools.","source":"https://powerautomate.microsoft.com/golf/etc.clientlibs/onecloud/clientlibs/clientlib-product-pricing.ACSHASHde5a77dc6cdb73df9c3096397924a3f0.min.css","question":"What is Microsoft Power Automate?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Microsoft Power Automate offers a free tier, so you can start without paying. Paid plans start at $15 per user per month. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.","source":"https://powerautomate.microsoft.com/golf/etc.clientlibs/onecloud/clientlibs/clientlib-product-pricing.ACSHASHde5a77dc6cdb73df9c3096397924a3f0.min.css","question":"Is Microsoft Power Automate free?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Microsoft Power Automate supports the web and Windows. Platforms we have not confirmed are simply not listed here rather than ruled out.","source":"https://powerautomate.microsoft.com/golf/etc.clientlibs/onecloud/clientlibs/clientlib-product-pricing.ACSHASHde5a77dc6cdb73df9c3096397924a3f0.min.css","question":"What platforms does Microsoft Power Automate support?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have only confirmed a cloud / SaaS deployment for Microsoft Power Automate, so it appears to be vendor-hosted. If a self-hosted option exists we have not found it documented publicly.","source":"https://powerautomate.microsoft.com/etc.clientlibs/onecloud/clientlibs/clientlib-product-pricing.ACSHASHde5a77dc6cdb73df9c3096397924a3f0.min.css","question":"Can Microsoft Power Automate be self-hosted?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed 6 integrations for Microsoft Power Automate, including SAP, Dataverse, Microsoft Teams, Excel, SharePoint and Power BI. This is what we could verify from public sources, so the vendor may support others we have not indexed.","source":"https://powerautomate.microsoft.com/golf/etc.clientlibs/onecloud/clientlibs/clientlib-product-pricing.ACSHASHde5a77dc6cdb73df9c3096397924a3f0.min.css","question":"What does Microsoft Power Automate integrate with?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Microsoft Power Automate is available worldwide. Its primary market is the United States.","source":"https://powerautomate.microsoft.com/golf/etc.clientlibs/onecloud/clientlibs/clientlib-product-pricing.ACSHASHde5a77dc6cdb73df9c3096397924a3f0.min.css","question":"Where is Microsoft Power Automate available?","confidence":0.5}]` |
| deployment.options | `{"cloud":true}` | `{"cloud":true}` |
| description.long | IFTTT is a connectivity platform that enables users to create automations (called Applets) connecting multiple apps and devices. It simplifies task automation for individuals and small businesses through a visual, no-code interface. | A business automation platform that enables organizations to streamline operations through low-code workflow design and artificial intelligence capabilities. |
| features.capabilities | `{"hosting":"cloud","ai_steps":true,"free_tier":true,"code_steps":true,"pricing_metric":"flow","visual_builder":true,"branching_logic":true,"prebuilt_connectors":"1000+ app and device integrations with millions of ready-made Applets","custom_http_connector":true}` | `{"hosting":"cloud","ai_steps":true,"free_tier":true,"visual_builder":true,"branching_logic":true}` |
| integrations.count | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| integrations.list | `[{"name":"Spotify"},{"name":"Weather Underground"},{"name":"Google Calendar"},{"name":"Google Tasks"},{"name":"Google Sheets"},{"name":"Google Business Profile"},{"name":"Google Assistant"},{"name":"Todoist"},{"name":"Monzo"},{"name":"Evernote"},{"name":"TikTok"},{"name":"Instagram"},{"name":"X"},{"name":"Discord"},{"name":"Facebook Lead Ads"},{"name":"Blogger"},{"name":"Telegram"},{"name":"Raindrop.io"},{"name":"Toodledo"},{"name":"Microsoft To Do"},{"name":"ChatGPT"},{"name":"Anthropic Claude"},{"name":"YouTube"},{"name":"Twitch"},{"name":"RSS"},{"name":"Webhooks"},{"name":"AI Summarizer"},{"name":"AI Social Creator"},{"name":"AI LinkedIn Assistant"},{"name":"AI Prompt"},{"name":"MyQ"},{"name":"Garageio"},{"name":"Wyze"},{"name":"Qapital"},{"name":"Slack","native":true,"category":"chat"},{"name":"Twitter","native":true,"category":"social"},{"name":"Tumblr","native":true,"category":"social"},{"name":"Buffer","native":true,"category":"social"},{"name":"Siri","native":true,"category":"smart_home"},{"name":"iOS Photos","native":true},{"name":"GE Appliances","native":true,"category":"smart_home"},{"name":"Claude","native":true,"category":"ai"},{"name":"Cursor","native":true,"category":"ai"},{"name":"GitHub","native":true,"category":"code","direction":"bidirectional"},{"name":"Reddit","native":true,"category":"social","direction":"bidirectional"},{"name":"iOS Shortcuts","native":true,"direction":"bidirectional"},{"name":"Govee","native":true,"category":"smart home","direction":"bidirectional"},{"name":"Rust","native":true,"category":"gaming","direction":"outbound"},{"name":"NASA","native":true,"category":"content","direction":"outbound"},{"name":"BrainyQuote","native":true,"category":"content","direction":"outbound"},{"name":"Facebook","native":true,"category":"social","direction":"outbound"},{"name":"PDF.co","native":true,"category":"document","direction":"outbound"}]` | `[{"name":"SAP"},{"name":"Dataverse"},{"name":"Microsoft Teams"},{"name":"Excel"},{"name":"SharePoint"},{"name":"Power BI"}]` |
| market.availability | `{"primaryMarkets":[],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` | `{"primaryMarkets":["US"],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` |
| platform.support | `{"ios":true,"web":true,"android":true}` | `{"web":true,"windows":true}` |
| pricing | `{"type":"subscription","plans":[{"free":true,"name":"Free","summary":"Free forever","features":["2 Applets","Standard Applet speeds","DIY or use published Applets","Unlimited Applet runs","Free mobile app access","Simple no-code integrations","30-day onboarding support"],"components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":0,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}],"description":"Get started with automation","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"applets":"2","applet_speed":"Standard"}},{"free":false,"name":"Pro","summary":"$2.99/month or $35.88/year (save 40% on annual)","features":["20 Applets","Fastest Applet speeds","Multi-action Applets","Twitter Applets","Increased rate limits","Exclusive triggers and actions","Customer support"],"commitment":"monthly","components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":2.99,"period":"month","currency":"USD"},{"kind":"fixed","amount":35.88,"period":"year","currency":"USD"}],"description":"Tools for smart home and productivity","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"applets":"20","applet_speed":"Fastest"}},{"free":false,"name":"Pro+","summary":"$8.99/month or $107.88/year (save 40% on annual)","features":["Unlimited Applets","Everything in Pro","AI services","Connect multiple accounts","Use queries and filter code","Prioritized customer support"],"commitment":"monthly","components":[{"kind":"fixed","amount":8.99,"period":"month","currency":"USD"},{"kind":"fixed","amount":107.88,"period":"year","currency":"USD"}],"description":"Limitless possibilities for small business owners","contactSales":false,"includedLimits":{"applets":"Unlimited"}}],"summary":"Free tier available. Pro at $2.99/month, Pro+ at $8.99/month. Save 40% on annual billing.","currency":"USD","freeTier":true,"sourceUrl":"https://ifttt.com/plans","retrievedAt":"2026-09-23T13:27:32.570Z","startingPrice":{"amount":2.99,"period":"month","currency":"USD"},"billingPeriods":["month","year"]}` | `{"type":"subscription","plans":[{"free":true,"name":"Free","description":"Experience Power Automate, including premium features, free for 30 days.","contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"Premium","summary":"$15.00/user/month, paid yearly","features":["Cloud flows","Attended desktop flows","Premium connectors","Process mining"],"components":[{"kind":"per_unit","unit":"user","amount":15,"period":"month","currency":"USD"}],"description":"Scale workflows with cloud and attended desktop flows enhanced with premium connectors, process mining, and more.","contactSales":false}],"summary":"Free 30-day trial. Premium from $15.00/user/month billed yearly.","currency":"USD","freeTier":true,"sourceUrl":"https://powerautomate.microsoft.com/golf/etc.clientlibs/onecloud/clientlibs/clientlib-product-pricing.ACSHASHde5a77dc6cdb73df9c3096397924a3f0.min.css","retrievedAt":"2026-08-13T09:39:11.462Z","freeTrialDays":30,"startingPrice":{"amount":15,"period":"month","currency":"USD"},"billingPeriods":["year"]}` |
| pricing.free_tier | yes | yes |
| pricing.model | freemium | freemium |
| pricing.price_level | low | low |
| pricing.starting_price | `{"amount":2.99,"currency":"USD"}` | - |
| pricing.transparent | yes | no |
| reliability.status_page | yes | - |
| security.gdpr | yes | - |

## Capabilities (No-Code Automation Tools)

| Capability | IFTTT | Microsoft Power Automate |
|---|:--:|:--:|
| **Builder** |  |  |
| Visual flow builder | ✓ | ✓ |
| Inline code steps (JS/Python) | ✓ | - |
| Branching / conditionals | ✓ | ✓ |
| Loops / iteration | - | - |
| Error handling / retries | - | - |
| AI / LLM actions | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front-end app builder | - | - |
| **Connectors** |  |  |
| Pre-built connectors | 1000+ app and device integrations with millions of ready-made Applets | - |
| Custom HTTP connector | ✓ | - |
| **Deployment** |  |  |
| Hosting | Cloud only | Cloud only |
| **Governance** |  |  |
| Environments + version control | - | - |
| RBAC + audit log | - | - |
| **Pricing** |  |  |
| Pricing metric | Flow | - |
| Free tier | ✓ | ✓ |

*Source: vioscaleAI. Generated 2026-10-16T19:19:40.319Z. "-" = undocumented, not absent.*