ActivePieces vs Make
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Automation Platforms (Zapier Alternatives) (2026). Last verified June 3, 2026.
The short answer
Make ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #10) for Operators automating workflows across SaaS. The best for visual builders who need to create complex, non-linear automations with advanced logic.
At a glance
| ActivePieces | Make | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #10 / The 11 Best Automation Platforms (Zapier Alternatives) (2026) | #1 / The 11 Best Automation Platforms (Zapier Alternatives) (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 7.2 | 9.2 |
| Best for | Modern open-source automation | Complex visual workflow building |
| Pricing | $ ($0 to $500+/mo) | $$ ($9 to $299+/mo) |
| HQ | Wilmington, USA | Prague, Czech Republic |
| Founded | 2022 | 2012 |
ActivePieces
A user-friendly and modern open-source alternative for self-hosted or cloud automation.
www.activepieces.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Automation Platforms (Zapier Alternatives) (2026)
Make
The best for visual builders who need to create complex, non-linear automations with advanced logic.
www.make.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Automation Platforms (Zapier Alternatives) (2026)
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