Make vs ActivePieces

Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Automation Platforms (Zapier Alternatives). 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

MakeActivePieces
Top 11 rank#1 / The 11 Best Automation Platforms (Zapier Alternatives)#10 / The 11 Best Automation Platforms (Zapier Alternatives)
Score (out of 9.4)9.27.2
Best forComplex visual workflow buildingModern open-source automation
Pricing$$ ($9 to $299+/mo)$ ($0 to $500+/mo)
HQPrague, Czech RepublicWilmington, USA
Founded20122022

Make

The best for visual builders who need to create complex, non-linear automations with advanced logic.

www.make.com

See full entry in The 11 Best Automation Platforms (Zapier Alternatives)

ActivePieces

A user-friendly and modern open-source alternative for self-hosted or cloud automation.

www.activepieces.com

See full entry in The 11 Best Automation Platforms (Zapier Alternatives)

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