Contact Sales
Login
When looking for a tool to build automated workflows for Developer-QA collaboration, many factors come to mind. It's not just about the functionality; pricing plays a crucial role too. But is Zapier, a popular choice for automation, really worth its price? Let's compare it with Bika.ai and find out!
Zapier is well-known for enabling task automation between various web apps. However, it has its limitations. The separation of its automation and database functions can make the user experience less seamless. Moreover, each component, such as Tables and automation, has its own cost, which can add up quickly.
Bika.ai is a no-code AI automation database that offers an array of features at an attractive price. It provides an easy-to-use platform with enhanced CRM, marketing automation, project management, BI, and ERP capabilities.
Here's a quick comparison of some key features between Zapier and Bika.ai:
| Feature | Zapier | Bika.ai |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Automation starts at $19.99/month + Database starts at $20/month | Starts at $9.99/month per seat |
| Automation per Month | Starts at 750 tasks/month | Starts at 30,000 runs/month |
| Database Integration | Database separates from automation, additional cost | Integrated visual database with automation |
| Maximum Records | 500,000 records for the highest plan | 1,500,000 records for the highest plan |
| Tables Offered | Up to 50 tables in the highest plan | Unlimited tables |
| Templates | Templates without pre-filled content | Plug-and-play templates with pre-filled content and detailed guides |
| Customization | Limited by app connections and plan limits | Extensive customization with API-first design |
| Integration | Over 6,000 apps | Over 6,000 apps through integrations with Zapier, Make, Pabbly, and others |
| Data Handling | Limited field types and views | 38 field types and 13 node resources |
| Proactive Automation | None | Proactive AI that manages and schedules tasks |
There are several significant differences that make Bika.ai stand out:
Zapier's separation of database and automation leads to a fragmented experience and higher costs for comprehensive solutions. Bika.ai, on the other hand, offers a seamless all-in-one environment.
Bika.ai's visual database is far more powerful and scalable compared to Zapier, especially when dealing with large amounts of data.
Zapier lacks proactive project management and decision support. Bika.ai actively engages and reminds, boosting productivity.
Zapier's templates require more configuration from scratch. Bika.ai's are ready to use with clear guidance.
Bika.ai can integrate with multiple connectors, offering greater flexibility and customization.
Bika.ai offers a more cost-effective solution with generous usage limits.
| Plan | Features | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | 100 tasks per month Zapier automation platform Unlimited Zaps Two-step Zaps AI power-ups | Free |
| Team plan | Starts at 750 tasks per month Multi-step Zaps Unlimited Premium apps Webhooks Email support | starting from $19.99 |
| Business plan | Starts at 2000 tasks per month Unlimited users Shared workspaces Shared app connections Premier Support SSO add-on (contact us) | starting from $69 |
| Enterprise plan | Advanced admin permissions and app controls Annual task limits Observability SAML SSO Designated Technical Support | Contact for pricing |
| Plan | Features | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | 5 Tables 100 fields per table 2,500 records per table 3 views per table | Free |
| Premium | 20 Tables 200 fields per table 100,000 records per table 50 views per table | $20 |
| Advanced | 50 Tables 200 fields per table 500,000 records per table 50 views per table | $100 |
| Plan | Features | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | 5GB of storage 10,000 records per database 200 automation runs Missions Reports AI Summary and more Free Send Bulk 100+ SMS / 1000+ Email OpenAPI Access | Free |
| Plus plan | 50GB of storage 100,000 records per database 30,000 automation runs Permissions control More database fields automation actions More free SMS Reports Missions AI | $9.99 per user per month |
| Pro plan | 200GB of storage 500,000 records per database 60,000 automation runs IM / Email Support Team / Organization Advanced OpenAPI and AI models | $19.99 per user per month |
| Team plan | 800GB of storage 1,500,000 records per database 100,000 automation runs Audit Logs Full integrations automations Advanced Permissions | $39.99 per user per month |
If you need a complete user experience, proactive automation, high scalability, cost efficiency, and plug-and-play templates, Bika.ai is the better choice. It provides an efficient, integrated, and proactive automation platform that grows with your business.
Install this template into your Bika Space. If you need to manage multiple projects simultaneously, you can install this template multiple times. One template corresponds to one project.
The template has created a database "Tickets Collection" and a form "Problem Feedback," you can directly submit data in the form, and the submitted data will be automatically recorded into the database.
The table includes fields such as Problem Description, Reproduction Steps, Expected Results, Related Attachments, Device Information (Computer Version), Device Information (Mobile Version), Contact, Type of Ticket.
Enter the edit interface of the automation task "Automatic Request/BUG Remind," you can modify the trigger conditions and execution actions of the task.
We have already enabled the automation task for the Problem Feedback form by default. You can check if the reminder notification is sent successfully when submitting requirements or bugs via the form.
In the automation task edit interface, click the "Run Now" button to manually trigger the automation task and check if the reminder notification is sent successfully.
In the automation task edit interface, click the "Enable" button to start the automation task. The automation task will be automatically triggered when the form is submitted, sending request/BUG reminders. The task for sending reports will be executed automatically every Friday at 5 PM, sending the AI summary report.
Conclusion: Bika.ai's AI Project Issues and Tickets template is a powerful tool for Developer-QA collaboration. Use it to manage your project issues, tickets, requirements, and bugs effectively and provide timely feedback to users on development progress.
