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Lindy vs LangGraph

Lindy logo

Lindy

AI

AI teammate that automates work across your entire software stack

From
Free
Rated
-
LangGraph logo

LangGraph

AI

Agent runtime and orchestration framework

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Lindy requires per-user subscription, which scales costs with team size; LangGraph steeper learning curve compared to high-level abstractions
  • They diverge on capability: Lindy covers Slack integration, LangGraph covers Human-in-the-loop controls.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Lindy and LangGraph actually diverge.

Attributes where Lindy and LangGraph differ
AttributeLindyLangGraph
Pricing modelPer-user subscription with shared credit poolOpen source and free, with optional managed platform
PlatformsWeb, Slack, Email, MobilePython, JavaScript, Web

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (AI).

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 Lindy

  • Slack integration
  • Email automation
  • Meeting transcription
  • Scheduled routines
  • 1,000+ app integrations
  • Skill library
  • Editable memory
  • MCP support

Only in LangGraph

  • Human-in-the-loop controls
  • Customizable workflows
  • Memory management
  • Token-by-token streaming
  • Low-level control
  • Multi-agent support

What people use each for

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

Lindy

  • Automating email and calendar management across teamsnot LangGraph
  • Transcribing and summarizing meetings automaticallynot LangGraph
  • Updating CRM systems with meeting notes and leadsnot LangGraph
  • Generating daily reports and weekly briefsnot LangGraph
  • Processing structured data from multiple applicationsnot LangGraph

LangGraph

  • Building production AI agents with auditable workflowsnot Lindy
  • Designing multi-agent systems for complex tasksnot Lindy
  • Implementing human oversight in autonomous systemsnot Lindy
  • Creating reliable agentic applications at scalenot Lindy

Where each one falls short

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

Lindy

  • Requires per-user subscription, which scales costs with team size
  • Limited free trial period of 7 days may not allow full evaluation
  • Credit system complexity could be confusing for new users
  • Not designed for technical teams as primary tool

LangGraph

  • Steeper learning curve compared to high-level abstractions
  • Requires understanding of graph-based architecture
  • Debugging complex workflows can be challenging
  • Not optimized for simple, one-off use cases

Pricing, plan by plan

Lindy

Free
  • Free TrialFree
    • 7-day free trial for new team members joining via Slack
  • Plus$29.99/month
    • 3,000 credits per month
    • Slack integration
    • Email automation
  • Pro$99.99/month
    • 15,000 credits per month
    • All Plus features
    • Advanced automation
  • Max$199.99/month
    • 35,000 credits per month
    • All Pro features
    • Priority support

LangGraph

Free
  • Open SourceFree
    • MIT-licensed framework
    • Self-hosted deployment
    • Full API access
  • LangGraph Platform$35/month
    • Managed hosting
    • Enterprise deployment
    • Integrated tooling

Which should you pick?

Choose Lindy if

  • You need slack integration.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Slack, Email, Mobile.
  • You also want email automation.

Choose LangGraph if

  • You need human-in-the-loop controls.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Python, JavaScript, Web.
  • You also want customizable workflows.

Questions people ask

Is Lindy or LangGraph better?
Neither clearly leads. Lindy starts at Free and LangGraph at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Lindy or LangGraph?
Lindy starts at Free and LangGraph at Free.
Does Lindy or LangGraph run on more platforms?
Lindy runs on Web, Slack, Email, Mobile. LangGraph runs on Python, JavaScript, Web.
Can I use Lindy for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Lindy best used for?
Lindy is most often used for automating email and calendar management across teams, transcribing and summarizing meetings automatically, updating crm systems with meeting notes and leads, generating daily reports and weekly briefs. Of those, automating email and calendar management across teams and transcribing and summarizing meetings automatically are not what LangGraph is typically brought in for.
What can Lindy do that LangGraph cannot?
Lindy covers Slack integration, Email automation, Meeting transcription, Scheduled routines. LangGraph covers Human-in-the-loop controls, Customizable workflows, Memory management, Token-by-token streaming.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Lindy: How does Lindy maintain data privacy and security?

Lindy is SOC 2 Type II, GDPR, HIPAA, and PIPEDA compliant. Data is encrypted in transit and at rest. The platform never sells your data or uses it to train models. Enterprise plans include signed BAAs and audit logs.

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LangGraph: Is LangGraph free to use?

Yes. The core LangGraph framework is MIT-licensed and completely free. You only pay if you use the optional managed LangGraph Platform for hosting.

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Lindy: Can we start with a free trial?

New team members joining through Slack receive a 7-day free trial before being billed. Direct signups are charged immediately. There is no permanent free tier after the trial.

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LangGraph: What programming languages does LangGraph support?

LangGraph provides first-class support for Python and JavaScript, enabling cross-platform agent development.

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Lindy: How many applications can Lindy integrate with?

Lindy connects to over 1,000 applications including Gmail, Notion, HubSpot, GitHub, Stripe, and others, with support for Model Context Protocol servers for custom integrations.

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LangGraph: Can I deploy LangGraph in production?

Yes. LangGraph can be self-hosted on your own infrastructure or deployed through LangGraph Platform with enterprise support and SLA guarantees.

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