Activepieces
Activepieces: A flexible automation builder for teams that need self-hosting and technical control. Ranked #7 of 131 in Workflow Automation Tools by our editors (8.5/10); pricing: Free plan; best for open-source automation with self-hosting.
At a glance
- Editor score8.5 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forOpen-source automation with self-hosting
- Free planYes
- Paid from$20/mo
- Multi-step workflowsYes
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Self-hosting with Docker, Compose, or Helm
- Branching, loops, code steps, retries, and API requests
- AI agents, tables, MCP servers, and unlimited runs on Standard
Where it doesn't
- Unlimited uses annual contracts and custom pricing
- Enterprise governance controls are limited to the Unlimited plan
- Founded in 2022, it has less maturity than established alternatives
Our verdict on Activepieces
Activepieces is a workflow automation platform for business and technical teams. Its visual builder connects application triggers to actions across web and API environments, with self-hosting available for organizations that want deployment control. Workflows can start from webhooks, application events, polling, schedules, or manual actions, then continue through multiple steps, branching, loops, TypeScript code, and HTTP/API requests. Integrations include Gmail, OpenAI, Slack, Notion, and HubSpot.
The published Standard plan is free and includes 10 free active flows, unlimited runs, AI agents, unlimited MCP servers, unlimited tables, and community support. The Unlimited plan uses an annual contract with custom pricing and adds team and personal projects, Piece access controls, global connections, and custom RBAC. That structure makes Activepieces accessible for individual or smaller automation projects while reserving advanced governance features for organizations with broader administrative requirements.
Technical depth is a central strength. Run history records inputs, outputs, and errors, while retry support helps manage failed workflow executions. Tables provide workflow data storage, and MCP servers extend the platform's AI-oriented capabilities. The core is MIT-licensed, and deployment can use Docker, Compose, or Helm. Teams should choose Activepieces when open-source access, self-hosting, code steps, and flexible workflow logic matter more than a long-established product history. Organizations needing custom governance can consider Unlimited, while buyers seeking the maturity of leading established products may prefer an alternative.
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Activepieces fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $20/mo |
| Native connectors | 764 |
| Multi-step workflows | Yes |
| Conditional logic | Yes |
| Webhook triggers | Yes |
| Included task runs | Not verified |
| Minimum run interval | 5_minutes |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web |
| Compliance & security | SOC 2, SSO/SAML, 2FA |
| Support | Community, Email, Tickets, Docs |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 764+ integrations: Gmail, Slack, OpenAI, Notion, Google Sheets, HubSpot … See all → |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | activepieces.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Activepieces integrations
Activepieces lists 764+ integrations on its own site — the 12 named here are the ones its pages call out.
- Gmail
- Slack
- OpenAI
- Notion
- Google Sheets
- HubSpot
- Salesforce
- Airtable
- Google Drive
- Stripe
- Shopify
- Discord
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Alternatives to Activepieces
- ZapierA mature no-code automation platform with exceptional app coverage and flexible workflow logic.9.3
- MakeBroad no-code automation with a free plan, 3,000+ apps, and multi-step routing.9.2
- Microsoft Power AutomateA Microsoft-focused automation platform combining cloud flows, desktop RPA, governance, and Copilot.9.0
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Activepieces is ranked in 11 of our directories; the 6 strongest besides Workflow Automation Tools.
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