Bench test · AI Automation
Make vs Power Automate
Same rack, same rubric, four independent agents. Here's how they measure up — and which we'd pick.
| Make | Power Automate | |
|---|---|---|
| consensus | score8.3/10 | score8.3/10 |
| agents won | 1 / 4 | 2 / 4 ▲ |
| from | $10/mo ▲ | $15/mo |
| free tier | yes | yes |
| category | AI Automation | AI Automation |
Agent panel — head to head
| Anthropic | 7.8 | 7.8 |
| OpenAI | 8.4 ▲ | 8.2 |
| Gemini | 8.8 | 8.9 ▲ |
| Grok | 8.0 | 8.3 ▲ |
Make
- ✓No coding required; accessible to non-technical users
- ✓Powerful AI capabilities reduce manual work
- ✓Large library of app integrations
- —Steep learning curve for complex workflows
- —Pricing scales quickly with usage and scenarios
- —Limited AI customization compared to dedicated AI platforms
Visual workflow builder with drag-and-drop interfaceAI-powered automation steps for intelligent task handlingMulti-app integration and data mappingConditional logic and branching workflowsPre-built templates and scenariosReal-time monitoring and error handling
Power Automate
- ✓Seamless Microsoft 365 integration and easy setup
- ✓Extensive app connector library
- ✓Cost-effective automation for business users
- —Steep learning curve for complex workflows
- —Pricing can escalate with premium connectors
- —Limited offline capabilities
Low-code/no-code workflow builderPre-built connectors for 1000+ appsCloud and desktop RPA capabilitiesConditional logic and approval workflowsReal-time alerts and notificationsIntegration with Microsoft 365 ecosystem
$10/mo · free tier
Try Make ▸$15/mo · free tier
Try Power Automate ▸Verdict
Dead heat — both land at 8.3. Pick on price and fit.