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Best Automation in 2026

Automation tools help you build and run workflows that connect tasks, services, or business steps. This list is for people comparing budget options for web, API, self-hosted, iOS, Android, or Windows use.

26 apps
Research read 7 Oct 2026
How the order is worked out

1

Flowable

Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+3

Choose Flowable if your case and process work needs standards-based engines, AI-agent controls, or Java deployment options.

9.1 Free plan · 30-day trial Visit site
2

Activepieces

Free plan APISelf-hostedWeb

Activepieces combines workflow automation, agent building, and a broad integration catalog, with cloud and self-hosted deployment options.

7.6 Free plan · paid from $20/mo Visit site
3

Albato
by Albato
Free plan APIWeb

Albato provides no-code app workflows, AI tools, and embedded integration options. Check transaction limits and plan-specific update intervals against the workflows you need.

7.4 Free plan · paid from $15/mo (annual) · 7-day trial Visit site
4

IFTTT
by IFTTT
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1

IFTTT offers a free entry point and larger Applet allowances on paid plans, with mobile tools and advanced automation options.

7.4 Free plan · paid from $2.99/mo · 7-day trial Visit site
5

Google Cloud Application Integration

Free plan APIWeb

Application Integration combines visual workflow building, connectors, and REST APIs in a managed Google Cloud service.

7.2 Free plan · paid from $0.50 Visit site
6

Google Cloud Workflows

Free plan APIWeb

Workflows provides structured orchestration with connectors, scheduling, and execution monitoring. Its step-based billing and execution limits are important considerations when designing workflows.

7.2 Free plan · paid from $0.01 Visit site
7

Celigo
by Celigo
Free plan Web

Choose Celigo if your team needs to connect a broad range of business systems and manage integrations through several build methods.

7.1 Free plan · 30-day trial Visit site
8

Pipefy
by Pipefy
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1

Pipefy combines workflow organization, automation, integrations, and AI agents in one process platform. Compare the plan-specific allowances and support options before choosing a tier.

7.1 Free plan Visit site
9

Integrately
by Integrately
Free plan Web

Integrately offers workflow automation with task-based plans and listed support for conditions and webhooks.

6.9 Free plan · 14-day trial Visit site
10

n8n
by n8n
Free plan Self-hosted

Choose n8n if you need flexible workflow automation with code support and a choice of deployment models.

6.8 Free plan · paid from €20/mo (annual) · 14-day trial Visit site
11

Pipedream
by Pipedream
Free plan APIWeb

Pipedream brings workflow building, API integrations, and managed authentication into one service.

6.8 Visit site
12

Pabbly Connect
by Pabbly Connect
Free plan Web

6.7 Free plan Visit site
13

Workato Agentic
by Workato Agentic
Free plan APIWeb

Choose Workato Agentic if your organization needs to build agents that act across connected systems, use knowledge, and coordinate workflows with governance controls.

6.7 Free plan · paid from $75/mo Visit site
14

Zoho Flow

Free plan iPhoneWeb

Choose Zoho Flow if your workflows need to connect many apps, use conditional steps, or link cloud services with apps on a private network.

6.6 Free plan · paid from $25/mo (annual) · 15-day trial Visit site
15

Boomi
by Boomi
Free trial APILinuxSelf-hosted+2

Boomi brings integration, automation, data, API, and B2B/EDI functions into one hybrid platform.

6.5 From $99/mo · 30-day trial Visit site
16

Zapier
by Zapier
Free plan Web

Zapier offers app automation at several plan levels, with multi-step workflows and shared team resources on paid plans.

6.5 Free plan · paid from $19.99/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
17

Kissflow
by Kissflow
Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+2

Kissflow combines no-code workflow building with IT administration, routing, analytics, and integration governance. Organizations should contact the maker for pricing and trial availability.

6.2 Pricing on request Visit site
18

Nintex Automation CE
by Nintex Automation CE
Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+1

Choose Nintex Automation CE if your team needs configurable workflows, document automation, and integrations across cloud and on-premises systems.

6.1 Pricing on request Visit site
19

Mule ESB
by Mule ESB
Free trial APISelf-hostedWeb

Anypoint Platform brings API development, integrations and automation into one offering with multiple deployment options.

6.0 From $2,000/mo (annual) · 30-day trial Visit site
20

Microsoft Power Automate

Free trial WebWindows

Power Automate covers cloud and desktop automation, with connectors, AI features, and administrative controls.

5.9 Free plan · paid from $15/user/mo (annual) · 30-day trial Visit site
21

Tray.ai
by Tray.ai
Free trial APIWeb

Tray.ai brings integrations, automation, agents, and MCP controls into one cloud platform.

5.6 Pricing on request Visit site
22

UiPath Agent Builder

Free plan Web

5.6 Free plan · paid from $25/mo · 60-day trial Visit site
23

SS&C Blue Prism Chorus

Paid APISelf-hostedWeb+1

Chorus combines workflow routing, case management, and operational analytics for enterprise processes.

5.5 Pricing on request Visit site
24

Pega RPA
by Pega RPA
Paid Self-hostedWebWindows

Choose Pega RPA if your organization needs to automate manual work across applications, including those without well-defined APIs.

5.4 Pricing on request Visit site
25

IBM Robotic Process Automation

Paid Windows

4.8 From $981/mo · 30-day trial Visit site

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Compare free plans, trial periods, starting prices, no-code builders, multi-step workflows, conditional logic, monthly run limits, templates, and self-hosted deployment. If code access matters, check the open-source licence.

Questions

Do automation tools offer free plans?

Yes. A free plan is offered by items on this list. Check included features, monthly run limits, and conditions before relying on it.

Can I try an automation tool before paying?

Yes. A free trial is offered by items on this list. Check the trial length and what happens when it ends.

What workflow features should I compare?

Compare no-code building, multi-step workflows, conditional logic, monthly run limits, and workflow templates.

Can I run an automation tool myself?

Self-hosted deployment is available from items on this list. Check deployment details and supported platforms before choosing.

How do I compare automation pricing?

Review whether a free plan exists, the paid-from price, trial terms, and monthly run limits for the workflow you need.

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