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Formstack vs Make
A detailed side-by-side comparison to help you choose the right AI tool for your needs.
Formstack
No-code online form builder with AI-powered form creation and workflow automation
From $99/mo
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Make
Visual no-code automation platform with AI agents and 3,000+ app integrations
Free / $9/mo
Feature Comparison
Core Builder
Feature
Formstack
Make
Visual Workflow Builder
Drag-and-drop interface for building automations
Drag-and-drop scenario builder
Code/Script Execution
Execute custom code (JavaScript, Python, etc.)
JavaScript in code modules
Conditional Logic/Branching
If/else conditions and routing logic
Routers for branching logic
Loops & Iterators
Process arrays and repeat actions
Iterators and Aggregators
Data & Storage
Feature
Formstack
Make
Built-in Data Storage
Store and retrieve data within the platform
Built-in Data Stores feature
Variables & Data Mapping
Map and transform data between steps
Full data mapping capabilities
Triggers & Scheduling
Feature
Formstack
Make
Webhook Triggers
Start automations via HTTP webhooks
Webhook triggers available
Scheduled Triggers
Run automations on a schedule (cron)
Scheduled scenario runs
Event-based Triggers
Trigger from app events (new email, form submit)
Event-based app triggers
Integrations
Feature
Formstack
Make
Pre-built App Integrations
Ready-to-use connectors for popular apps
1500+ app integrations
Custom HTTP/API Requests
Connect to any API endpoint
HTTP module for any API
Database Integrations
Connect to SQL, NoSQL databases
SQL and NoSQL connectors
Advanced Features
Feature
Formstack
Make
Error Handling & Retries
Automatic retries and error recovery
Error handlers and retry logic
Sub-workflows/Reusable Modules
Create reusable automation components
Limited sub-workflow support
Version Control
Track changes and rollback workflows
Blueprint cloning only, no true versioning
AI/LLM Integration
Built-in AI capabilities or LLM nodes
OpenAI, Claude, and AI modules
Deployment
Feature
Formstack
Make
Self-hosting Option
Deploy on your own infrastructure
Cloud-only platform
Cloud Hosted
Fully managed cloud solution
Fully managed cloud
Collaboration
Feature
Formstack
Make
Team Collaboration
Multiple users can work on workflows
Teams feature available
Role-based Access Control
Control permissions by user role
Role permissions in Teams plans
Audit Logs
Track all changes and executions
Available in Teams/Enterprise
Pros & Cons
Formstack
Pros
- Extensive integration ecosystem with 250+ connectors including deep Salesforce native support
- Full workflow suite combining forms, document generation, and eSignatures in one platform
- HIPAA-compliant data collection for healthcare and sensitive information use cases
- No-code theme editor with advanced CSS customization for branded forms
- AI-assisted form creation for faster setup
Cons
- Starting price of $83/month (annual) is relatively high compared to simpler form builders
- Only 1 builder user included in the base Forms plan; additional users require higher tiers
- Salesforce-specific features require a separate custom-priced plan
- No free tier available—only a free trial
Make
Pros
- Visual drag-and-drop builder makes complex multi-step workflows easy to understand and debug
- Massive library of 3,000+ verified app integrations covering virtually every SaaS tool category
- Generous free tier with no time limit allows users to start automating without financial commitment
- Built-in AI agent capabilities and 350+ AI app integrations reduce need for separate AI orchestration tools
- Supports custom JavaScript and Python code execution for advanced logic when no-code isn't enough
Cons
- Credit-based pricing can become expensive at scale as each module action consumes credits
- Complex automations with many steps consume credits quickly, making costs harder to predict
- The visual builder, while accessible, has a learning curve for building advanced conditional logic and error handling
- Feature differentiation between Core and Pro tiers is not immediately clear from the pricing page
Our Verdict
Based on features, Make offers more capabilities with 18 out of 21 features. It's particularly great for non-technical teams needing to automate multi-app workflows with visual design