Bench test · AI Automation
Lindy vs Shortcuts (Apple)
Same rack, same rubric, four independent agents. Here's how they measure up — and which we'd pick.
| Lindy | Shortcuts (Apple) | |
|---|---|---|
| consensus | score7.0/10 | score7.0/10 |
| agents won | 1 / 4 | 3 / 4 ▲ |
| from | Free | Free |
| free tier | yes | yes |
| category | AI Automation | AI Automation |
Agent panel — head to head
| Anthropic | 7.2 | 7.6 ▲ |
| OpenAI | 7.4 | 7.9 ▲ |
| Gemini | 7.0 | 9.3 ▲ |
| Grok | 6.2 ▲ | 3.2 |
Lindy
- ✓Easy to use without programming knowledge
- ✓Reduces manual repetitive work significantly
- ✓Flexible integration with existing tools
- —Limited documentation for complex workflows
- —May require setup assistance for enterprise use
- —Pricing scales with automation volume
No-code AI agent builderMulti-app integration and API connectionsAutonomous task execution and schedulingNatural language workflow configurationData processing and automationCustom trigger and action workflows
Shortcuts (Apple)
- ✓Native integration across Apple ecosystem
- ✓No programming knowledge required
- ✓Free with iOS/macOS
- —Limited to Apple devices only
- —Steep learning curve for complex automations
- —Inconsistent app support and reliability
Visual workflow builder with drag-and-drop interfaceIntegration with 1000+ apps and Apple servicesVoice automation via SiriConditional logic and variablesScheduling and automation triggersCross-device synchronization
Free · free tier
Try Lindy ▸Free · free tier
Try Shortcuts (Apple) ▸Verdict
Dead heat — both land at 7. Pick on price and fit.