ActivePieces

ActivePieces is an open source alternative to Zapier, allowing you to self-host your automation infrastructure.

What is Activepieces?

Activepieces is an open-source workflow automation platform designed to help businesses automate repetitive tasks, connect apps, and build powerful workflows—without heavy coding.

It’s often compared to tools like Zapier or Make, but stands out because it offers self-hosting, full customization, and lower costs.

Whether you're a startup, developer, or non-technical user, Activepieces gives you flexibility to automate processes across marketing, sales, and operations.

1. Visual Workflow Builder

• Activepieces provides a drag-and-drop interface that makes automation simple—even for beginners.
• You can create workflows step-by-step with clear labels, logs, and debugging tools.

2. Open-Source & Self-Hosting

• One of its biggest advantages is its MIT open-source license, allowing full control over your data and infrastructure.
• Host it on your own server
• Customize the platform

No vendor lock-in

3. 250+ Integrations (Pieces)

• Activepieces supports hundreds of integrations (called “pieces”) to connect apps and services.
• Includes common tools like CRMs, email platforms, and databases

Custom integrations possible via API or SDK

4. AI & Smart Automation

• The platform supports AI-powered workflows, allowing automation to:
• Analyze data
• Make decisions
• Trigger actions based on context

5. Code + No-Code Flexibility

• You can build workflows using:
• No-code interface (for beginners)

JavaScript/TypeScript steps (for developers)

6. Human-in-the-Loop Workflows

• Activepieces allows manual approvals and checkpoints, making it suitable for sensitive processes or decision-based workflows.

7. Cloud & Self-Hosted Options

• You can choose:
• Managed cloud (easy setup)
• Self-hosted (full control and security)

8. Cost-Efficient Pricing Model

• Unlike many competitors, Activepieces counts tasks per workflow execution instead of per step, making it more cost-effective.