Make vs Zapier for Agencies
| Make | Zapier |
|---|---|
| Visual scenario builder; routers/branching are flexible; usually more operations per dollar; slightly steeper learning curve. | Easiest to start; huge app library; pricing scales by tasks; multi-step Zaps need a paid plan. |
Check each vendor's current pricing page; plans change often.
Agencies recipes using these tools
Contact form spam filter
Use AI to flag spam contact form submissions before they hit your inbox or CRM.
ZapierBeginnerInvoice reminders for overdue clients
Remind clients politely when an invoice passes its due date.
MakeIntermediateNew client onboarding kickoff
When a deal is won, create the project, shared folder and kickoff email draft automatically.
ZapierBeginnerProposal follow-up nudge
Remind yourself to follow up 3 days after sending a proposal if the deal hasn't moved.
ZapierBeginnerTime tracking reminder for team
Remind team members in Slack on Friday to complete timesheets.
ZapierIntermediateWebsite lead to CRM with AI reply draft
Capture website form leads into your CRM and have AI draft a personalized first reply for you to review.
For agencies, we have 2 Make and 4 Zapier recipes. Pick Make if: Visual scenario builder; routers/branching are flexible; usually more operations per dollar; slightly steeper learning curve. Pick Zapier if: Easiest to start; huge app library; pricing scales by tasks; multi-step Zaps need a paid plan.
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