Microsoft Power Automate
Automate workflows and connect apps without coding
What it does well
- Extensive pre-built connectors (600+) covering popular business applications
- Seamless integration with Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, and Azure services
- Low-code/no-code interface accessible to non-technical users
- Affordable pricing with flexible licensing options for different use cases
Where it falls short
- Complex workflows can require advanced formula knowledge and troubleshooting
- Desktop automation (RPA) can be unreliable with frequent UI changes
- Premium features and advanced connectors significantly increase licensing costs
Core Features
| Cloud Flows | Yes |
| Desktop Flows (RPA) | Yes |
| Real-time Notifications | Yes |
| Mobile App Support | Yes |
| Approval Workflows | Yes |
| Scheduled Cloud Flows | Yes |
Integrations
| 500+ Connectors | 500+ |
| Microsoft 365 Integration | Yes |
Content
| Pre-built Templates | 1000+ |
AI Capabilities
| AI Builder Integration | Yes |
Analytics
| Process Advisor | Yes |
Security
| Role-based Access Control | Yes |
| Data Loss Prevention | Yes |
Free
Free
- Up to 750 flow runs per month
- Basic cloud flows (cloud, desktop, business process)
- Limited connectors
- Basic automation capabilities
Cloud Flows
$5/mo
- Everything in Free
- Up to 4,500 flow runs per month
- Priority cloud flow support
- Standard connectors included
Desktop Flows
$15/mo
- Everything in Cloud Flows
- Unlimited desktop flow runs
- Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
- Web and desktop automation
- AI Builder credits
Process Advisor
$40/mo
- Process mining and analytics
- Process optimization insights
- Desktop flow analytics
- Capacity planning tools
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