# IFTTT vs Zapier

**Leader by vioscaleAI score:** IFTTT

| Attribute | IFTTT | Zapier |
|---|---|---|
| **vioscaleAI score** | 73.6 (54% (medium)) | 60.6 (71% (medium)) |
| 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 subscription-based automation platform that links AI agents, workflows, forms, and data management tools to 9,000+ integrated applications. Supports visual workflow building, custom code execution, and AI-powered actions across both public and embedded implementations. It is indexed under No-Code Automation Tools.","source":"https://zapier.com/pricing","question":"What is Zapier?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Zapier offers a free tier, so you can start without paying. Paid plans are also available: Free, Professional, Team and Enterprise. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.","source":"https://zapier.com/pricing","question":"Is Zapier free?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"Zapier supports the web and a command-line interface. Platforms we have not confirmed are simply not listed here rather than ruled out.","source":"https://zapier.com/pricing","question":"What platforms does Zapier support?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have only confirmed a cloud / SaaS deployment for Zapier, so it appears to be vendor-hosted. If a self-hosted option exists we have not found it documented publicly.","source":"https://zapier.com/pricing","question":"Can Zapier be self-hosted?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have confirmed 14 integrations for Zapier, including NetSuite, Salesforce, HubSpot, Slack, ChatGPT, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Microsoft Teams and Zendesk, plus 6 more. This is what we could verify from public sources, so the vendor may support others we have not indexed.","source":"https://zapier.com/pricing","question":"What does Zapier integrate with?","confidence":0.6},{"answer":"We have independently confirmed SOC 2 and GDPR for Zapier. Certifications we do not list are ones we have not been able to verify from public sources, which is not the same as Zapier not holding them. Always confirm compliance directly before you rely on it.","source":"https://zapier.com/pricing","question":"What security certifications does Zapier have?","confidence":0.6}]` |
| 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 platform that automates work across 9,000+ business applications with AI integration, task-based consumption, and team collaboration controls. |
| 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,"code_steps":true,"rbac_audit":true,"app_builder":true,"soc2_type_ii":true,"pricing_model":"freemium_with_task_credits","error_handling":true,"pricing_metric":"task","visual_builder":true,"branching_logic":true,"prebuilt_connectors":"9,000+ applications","custom_http_connector":true,"builder_ui_architecture":"visual_node_canvas","environments_versioning":true,"custom_http_webhook_catch_and_triggering":true,"native_llm_nodes_anthropic_openai_gemini":true,"sub_workflow_calling_and_reusable_templates":true,"human_in_the_loop_approval_steps_via_slack_email":true}` |
| integrations.count | 1,000 | 9,000 |
| 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":"NetSuite"},{"name":"Salesforce"},{"name":"HubSpot"},{"name":"Slack"},{"name":"ChatGPT"},{"name":"Microsoft Dynamics CRM"},{"name":"Microsoft Teams"},{"name":"Zendesk"},{"name":"Jira Software Cloud"},{"name":"Any.do"},{"name":"Jotform"},{"name":"Dropbox"},{"name":"Claude","native":true},{"name":"Cursor","native":true}]` |
| market.availability | `{"primaryMarkets":[],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` | `{"primaryMarkets":[],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` |
| platform.support | `{"ios":true,"web":true,"android":true}` | `{"cli":true,"web":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":"usage","plans":[{"free":false,"name":"Team","features":["Shared app connections","Shared workspace","Priority support","24/7 email support","Weekday live chat"],"description":"Shared app connections, shared workspace, priority support for team collaboration","contactSales":false},{"free":false,"name":"Enterprise","features":["Advanced admin permissions","Single sign-on","Custom data retention","Priority support","Screen-share support (6am-6pm EST, M-F)","Technical Account Managers"],"description":"Advanced security, governance, monitoring, SSO, custom data retention, screen-share support, Technical Account Managers","contactSales":true}],"summary":"Task-based usage model. Zapier SDK free during beta.","freeTier":true,"sourceUrl":"https://zapier.com/pricing","retrievedAt":"2026-10-02T16:18:39.213Z"}` |
| 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 | yes |
| security.certifications | - | `[{"name":"SOC 2 Type II","level":"Type II","status":"active"}]` |
| security.disclosure_policy | - | yes |
| security.gdpr | yes | yes |
| security.soc2 | - | yes |

## Capabilities (No-Code Automation Tools)

| Capability | IFTTT | Zapier |
|---|:--:|:--:|
| **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 | 9,000+ applications |
| Custom HTTP connector | ✓ | ✓ |
| **Deployment** |  |  |
| Hosting | Cloud only | Cloud only |
| **Governance** |  |  |
| Environments + version control | - | ✓ |
| RBAC + audit log | - | ✓ |
| **Pricing** |  |  |
| Pricing metric | Flow | Task |
| Free tier | ✓ | ✓ |

*Source: vioscaleAI. Generated 2026-10-23T09:40:15.841Z. "-" = undocumented, not absent.*