Workato's platform comes with a usage-based pricing model that can become complex and costly as your automation needs grow. In contrast, Relay.app offers straightforward per-user pricing, which supports automation growth without the unpredictability of escalating costs. This pricing model makes Relay.app the smarter choice for businesses seeking financial clarity and control.
Why people choose Relay.app over Workato
Workato is a comprehensive automation platform, excellent for complex workflows across large enterprises. However, if your business prioritizes ease of use, transparent pricing, and the seamless integration of AI and human decision-making into workflows, Relay.app stands out as the more accessible and cost-effective choice.
How do Relay.app and Workato compare?
Relay.app has all the basic features you expect out of a no-code workflow automation tool–plus a few super useful extras. All in a beautifully designed, friendly user interface.
Relay.app is the next generation of workflow automation
Relay.app redefines what businesses can expect from their automation tools. Beyond matching the integration capabilities of platforms like Workato, Relay makes automation accessible to all team members, not just those with technical expertise. It's built on the principle that powerful automation should be within reach, enabling businesses to harness AI and human insights without navigating complex interfaces or unpredictable costs.
What makes Relay.app great
Predictable pricing without surprises
Automation with human insights and oversight
While Workato excels in automating complex workflows across apps, Relay.app enriches automated flows with human-in-the-loop actions. You can embed crucial human decisions, quality checks, and approvals directly in your workflows. This functionality ensures that Relay.app's automations are not just efficient, but also intelligently aligned with your organizational standards and adaptable to changing needs, offering a new level of customization and oversight to purely automated systems.
Built-in team collaboration
Workato serves the enterprise market with robust automation solutions, but Relay.app shines in facilitating seamless teamwork. Designed with collaboration at its core, Relay offers collaborative playbook editing, task assignments, and role-based access control tailored for collective input and effort. This approach not only makes complex workflows manageable, but also nurtures the team dynamics essential for thriving organizations, helping make Relay.app the go-to platform for teams that value collaborative success.
Dedicated support from an expert team
Relay.app prides itself on offering exceptional customer support, a commitment that extends beyond the typical assistance provided by enterprise-focused platforms like Workato. Our team of in-house experts is available and ready to offer personalized guidance and timely support. We are committed to listening to your needs, solving any issues quickly, and constantly evolving our product to better support your automation needs.
Fast-growing companies save time with Relay.app
"Relay.app has completely transformed how we approach onboarding for new employees. In addition to reducing the time we spend on manual tasks by over 70%, Relay gives us the right tools to build positive interactions between employees, managers, and new hires–improving the onboarding experience for everyone."
Frequently asked questions
Is Workato ever a better choice?
Workato can be an excellent choice for large enterprises that have dedicated technical teams to manage and deploy extensive automation strategies. Its strength lies in handling highly complex integrations across numerous applications and systems.
Is Workato an ETL tool?
Workato is more than just an ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) tool; it's a comprehensive integration and automation platform. While it can perform ETL tasks, Workato also connects apps, automates workflows, and enables businesses to streamline processes across various applications and data sources. Its strength lies in its ability to not only extract, transform, and load data, but also to facilitate complex workflows and integrations that go beyond traditional ETL functions. It's a versatile tool for organizations looking to automate and integrate their systems comprehensively.
Does Relay charge per operation?
Nope. Relay's pricing is based on the number of users, not operations. This model encourages you to automate as much as possible without worrying about additional costs. See more details at relay.app/pricing.
What if Relay doesn’t have an integration I need?
Just request it! We're constantly expanding our integrations based on customer feedback. Let us know what you need, and we'll prioritize accordingly.
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