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IFTTT vs Slack Workflow Builder

IFTTT logo

IFTTT

Software

Automate almost anything with IFTTT

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Slack Workflow Builder logo

Slack Workflow Builder

Software

Automation for team collaboration

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only IFTTT has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: IFTTT free plan limited to only 2 applets total; Slack Workflow Builder limited to Pro and above pricing tiers, requiring paid Slack subscription
  • They diverge on capability: IFTTT covers If-then applets, Slack Workflow Builder covers Workflow builder.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which IFTTT and Slack Workflow Builder actually diverge.

Attributes where IFTTT and Slack Workflow Builder differ
AttributeIFTTTSlack Workflow Builder
Starting priceFreeOn request
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
Founded20112013

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in IFTTT

  • If-then applets
  • Webhooks
  • Smart home integration
  • Social media
  • Email notifications
  • Data logging
  • 650+ services
  • Smart home devices

Only in Slack Workflow Builder

  • Workflow builder
  • App integrations
  • Scheduled workflows
  • Conditional logic
  • Error handling
  • Notifications
  • Analytics
  • 1000+ apps

Both cover

  • OAuth
  • Encryption
  • Cloud deployment
  • Web support
  • Mobile support
  • Multiple language support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

IFTTT

  • Casual automation with up to 2 simple applets via free plannot Slack Workflow Builder
  • Power users requiring 20 applets and multi-action capabilities via Pro plannot Slack Workflow Builder
  • Advanced automation with unlimited applets and AI services via Pro+ plannot Slack Workflow Builder

Slack Workflow Builder

  • Workflow Automationnot IFTTT
  • Data Integrationnot IFTTT
  • Process Automationnot IFTTT
  • App Integrationnot IFTTT
  • API Connectivitynot IFTTT

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

IFTTT

  • Free plan limited to only 2 applets total
  • Free plan applets run at standard speed; fastest speeds require Pro tier
  • Free plan excludes webhooks, multi-action applets, and Twitter integrations
  • Free plan limited to 30-day onboarding support; paid plans offer ongoing customer support

Slack Workflow Builder

  • Limited to Pro and above pricing tiers, requiring paid Slack subscription
  • Maximum 15 conditional branches per workflow, limiting complex logic paths
  • Connectors must be explicitly configured per integration type
  • No native web interface for non-Slack users

Pricing, plan by plan

IFTTT

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the IFTTT review.

Slack Workflow Builder

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Slack Workflow Builder review.

Which should you pick?

Choose IFTTT if

  • You need if-then applets.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want webhooks.
IFTTT review

Choose Slack Workflow Builder if

  • You need workflow builder.
  • You work on Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android.
  • You also want app integrations.
Slack Workflow Builder review

Questions people ask

Is IFTTT or Slack Workflow Builder better?
Neither clearly leads. IFTTT starts at Free and Slack Workflow Builder at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, IFTTT or Slack Workflow Builder?
IFTTT has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for IFTTT and On request for Slack Workflow Builder.
Does IFTTT or Slack Workflow Builder run on more platforms?
IFTTT runs on Web, iOS, Android. Slack Workflow Builder runs on Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android.
Can I use IFTTT for free?
Yes. IFTTT has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Slack Workflow Builder starts at On request.
What is IFTTT best used for?
IFTTT is most often used for casual automation with up to 2 simple applets via free plan, power users requiring 20 applets and multi-action capabilities via pro plan, advanced automation with unlimited applets and ai services via pro+ plan. Of those, casual automation with up to 2 simple applets via free plan and power users requiring 20 applets and multi-action capabilities via pro plan are not what Slack Workflow Builder is typically brought in for.
What can IFTTT do that Slack Workflow Builder cannot?
IFTTT covers If-then applets, Webhooks, Smart home integration, Social media. Slack Workflow Builder covers Workflow builder, App integrations, Scheduled workflows, Conditional logic. Both handle OAuth, Encryption, Cloud deployment, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Slack Workflow Builder: Is Slack Workflow Builder included in all Slack plans?

No, Workflow Builder is only available in Slack Pro, Business+, and Enterprise plans. It is not included in the Free plan.

Source
Slack Workflow Builder: Can Workflow Builder connect to external applications?

Yes, Workflow Builder supports connectors that translate actions in Slack to instant results in third-party tools, allowing workflows to interact with your full application stack.

Source
Slack Workflow Builder: What is the maximum complexity of Slack Workflows?

Workflows support conditional logic with up to 15 conditions, enabling complex decision paths for automation.

Source
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