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Automation.

Workflow automation tools for integrations, recurring processes and operational handoffs.

270 tools · Source: Utildesk inventory

Workflow automation tools for integrations, recurring processes and operational handoffs.

Use this category as a practical starting point when you want to compare tools by workflow fit instead of vendor language.

How to compare Automation tools

Start with the task you need to solve, then compare pricing, data handling, integrations, export options and how quickly the tool fits into your existing workflow.

What Utildesk checks

Utildesk keeps the catalogue focused on real use cases: what the tool does, who it is useful for, and whether the surrounding metadata is clear enough for people and AI agents.

001

n8n

Developer-oriented workflow automation for APIs, data flows, self-hosting, and controlled AI steps.

Recommend #automation#workflow#integration
Automatisierung Freemium
002

Zapier

SaaS automation for fast app workflows, data handoffs, and agent steps with human approval.

Recommend #ai#devtools#automation
AI Agents Freemium
003

Make (ehemals Integromat)

Make (ehemals Integromat) is a tool for the workflow described here. Before adoption, review data handling, ownership, cost and the provider's official product information.

Not yet rated #AI#assistant#automation
AI Agents Freemium
004

Elicit

Elicit supports literature search, paper screening, evidence tables, and structured research workflows for scientific and analytical work.

Not yet rated #data#analytics#education
AI Plan-based
005

FotoJet

FotoJet is a tool for the workflow described here. Before adoption, review data handling, ownership, cost and the provider's official product information.

Not yet rated #design#image#automation
AI Image Freemium
006

OpenClaw

OpenClaw connects a self-hosted agent with chat channels, skills, and local services. Tight permissions and explicit approval boundaries are essential.

With caveat #ai-agents#automation#self-hosting
AI Agents Open Source
007

OpenAI Codex

OpenAI Codex handles bounded tasks inside a repository, runs commands and tests, and returns a reviewable diff instead of stopping at a code suggestion.

Recommend #ai#devtools#coding
AI Coding Freemium
008

LangChain

Framework and runtime components for LLM applications with tools, state, human approval, tracing, and evaluation.

With caveat #chatbots#automation
AI Chatbots Freemium
009

Google Jules

Google Jules is a tool for the workflow described here. Before adoption, review data handling, ownership, cost and the provider's official product information.

Not yet rated #ai#coding-agent#developer-tools
Entwickler-Tools Free
010

ServiceNow

ServiceNow digitises service, request, and approval processes with audit trails, ownership, and integrations for large organisations.

Not yet rated #workflow#automation#enterprise
Automatisierung Subscription
011

Aide

Aide automates tightly scoped support cases and actions on existing helpdesks. Tested intents, least-privilege access, and reliable escalation are essential.

With caveat #customer-support#automation#productivity
AI Agents Usage-based
012

Airbyte

Airbyte moves business data repeatedly between sources and destinations. Schema control, named ownership, and safe agent access determine whether it is dependable.

Recommend #data#integration#etl
Entwickler-Tools Freemium
013

Apify

Apify runs repeatable web-data and browser workflows as Actors. Its value comes from reviewable datasets, maintenance ownership, and explicit usage rights.

Recommend #web-scraping#automation#developer-tools
Entwickler-Tools Freemium
014

PhantomBuster

PhantomBuster automates bounded web and lead research with prebuilt cloud workflows. Data provenance, platform rules, and human review remain essential.

With caveat #automation
AI Agents Freemium
015

Playwright

Playwright tests critical web journeys in Chromium, Firefox, and WebKit, combining isolation, meaningful assertions, and evidence that explains failures.

Recommend #testing#automation#developer-tools
Entwickler-Tools Open Source
016

D-ID

Short description coming soon.

Not yet rated #video#automation#marketing
AI Plan-based
017

LanguageTool

A multilingual writing assistant for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and style review.

Not yet rated #writing#productivity#automation
AI Writing Freemium
018

Later

Later helps teams plan and publish social content across channels with a visual calendar, feed previews, team approvals, and reporting.

Not yet rated #automation#marketing
AI Freemium
019

Pipedream

Pipedream combines API integrations, triggers, prebuilt actions, and custom code in executable workflows. Its practical value is traceable event handling, not an endlessly long integration list.

Not yet rated #automation#integrations#workflows
AI Agents Freemium
020

Pixlr

Pixlr is a browser-based suite for fast image editing, design, and selected AI generation, with clear boundaries around PSD compatibility and review controls.

Not yet rated #design#image#automation
AI Image Freemium
021

RapidMiner

RapidMiner is a tool for the workflow described here. Before adoption, review data handling, ownership, cost and the provider's official product information.

Not yet rated #API#workflow
AI Coding Subscription
022

WebdriverIO

WebdriverIO automates browser and mobile interface tests for repeatable end-to-end checks in local and CI environments.

Not yet rated #testing#automation#developer-tools
Entwickler-Tools Open Source
023

ActiveCampaign

ActiveCampaign is a tool for the workflow described here. Before adoption, review data handling, ownership, cost and the provider's official product information.

Not yet rated #marketing#workflow
AI Agents Subscription
024

Adalo

Short description coming soon.

Not yet rated #no-code#design#automation
AI Subscription
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