Uchiflow vs Zapier
Zapier pioneered no-code automation. But their AI features are bolted on, not built in. Uchiflow is AI-native from the ground up.
Key differences
What sets Uchiflow apart from Zapier
Uchiflow is built around AI analysis. Every workflow step understands context. Zapier treats AI as just another integration.
Switch between Claude, GPT, and Gemini with a dropdown. Zapier locks you into specific AI apps with limited model choice.
Full history on every prompt change. Rollback in one click. Zapier offers no prompt versioning.
See exactly what each AI call costs. No surprise bills. Zapier bundles AI costs into opaque task pricing.
Feature comparison
Side-by-side comparison of capabilities
| Feature | Uchiflow | Z Zapier |
|---|---|---|
KeyAI-native architecture | ||
Multi-model support (Claude, GPT, Gemini) | Limited | |
KeyPrompt version control | ||
Per-run cost tracking | ||
Scheduled workflows | ||
Webhook triggers | ||
Data source integrations | 10+ | 5000+ |
Visual workflow builder | ||
Team collaboration | ||
Error handling & retries | ||
Custom API endpoints | ||
Enterprise SSO | ||
BYOK (Bring Your Own Keys) | Enterprise | |
Output formatting control | Limited |
Pricing comparison
How costs compare at different tiers
| Tier | Uchiflow | Z Zapier |
|---|---|---|
| Free | 100 runs/mo | 100 tasks/mo |
| Starter | $29/mo (1,000 runs) | $29.99/mo (750 tasks) |
| Professional | $79/mo (5,000 runs) | $73.50/mo (2,000 tasks) |
| Enterprise | Custom | Custom |
Uchiflow uses run-based pricing. 1 workflow execution = 1 run, regardless of steps.
Fair assessment: use cases where Zapier may be the better choice
- Connecting 5000+ apps with pre-built integrations
- Simple trigger-action automations without AI
- Teams already invested in the Zapier ecosystem
- Use cases that need specific niche integrations
Areas where Zapier falls short
- AI features feel bolted-on, not integrated
- No prompt versioning or rollback
- Opaque pricing for AI tasks
- Task-based pricing punishes complex workflows
- Limited control over AI model selection
Switch to Uchiflow if...
Reasons to make the move from Zapier
You need AI analysis, not just AI as a step
Prompt version control matters for your team
You want transparent, predictable AI costs
Multi-model flexibility is important
You prefer run-based over task-based pricing
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