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IFTTT vs Power Automate

Side-by-side comparison of AI Automation tools

IFTTT

Simple consumer automation connecting 800+ apps and smart devices.

AI Automation freemium
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Power Automate

Microsoft workflow automation with RPA, AI Builder, and deep Office 365 integration.

AI Automation paid
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Key Features

  • 800+ services
  • Smart home support
  • Multi-step applets
  • AI applet generation
  • Webhooks
  • Filter code
  • Cloud flows
  • Desktop RPA
  • AI Builder
  • 500+ connectors
  • Business process flows
  • Microsoft 365 integration

Pricing

freemium

Free with 2 applets. Pro $3.49/mo. Pro+ $14.99/mo with multi-step and AI.

paid

Per user $15/mo. Per user with RPA $40/mo. Per flow $100/mo. Included in some M365 plans.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • + Very easy to use
  • + Huge service library
  • + Great for smart home
  • + Affordable

Cons

  • Limited complexity
  • Slow execution times
  • Free tier very limited
  • Basic error handling

Pros

  • + Deep Microsoft integration
  • + Desktop + cloud automation
  • + AI Builder included
  • + Enterprise-grade security

Cons

  • Complex licensing
  • Best within Microsoft ecosystem
  • Can be slow
  • UI can feel clunky

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