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When it comes to finding a tool to build automated workflows for Agile sprint planning, you might immediately think about meeting the functional requirements. But hold on! Is that all there is to it? Pricing, my friends, is a factor that cannot be overlooked. Zapier is often a top choice for automation, but does its pricing really fit your bill? Let's take a deep dive and compare Zapier and Bika.ai on multiple fronts to make a smarter decision.
Zapier is well-known for connecting various web apps to automate tasks. However, it has its limitations. Its "Tables" feature can be a bit of a letdown. Tables and automation functions are separate, making the experience less seamless. This disjointed setup can be confusing and may not meet the expectations of users looking for a more integrated solution. Additionally, each part of Zapier, like Tables and automation, comes with its own cost, which can quickly add up.
Bika.ai, on the other hand, is a no-code AI automation database that offers an incredibly user-friendly platform. It provides AI-Agent-enhanced CRM, marketing automation systems, project management systems, BI, and ERP, all at an attractive price. Bika.ai takes a proactive approach to automation, reducing the need for constant user input and boosting productivity.
Let's take a quick look at how Zapier and Bika.ai stack up against each other on some key features.
| 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 |
When it comes to pricing, Bika.ai really shines. It not only offers a more integrated solution but also gives you more bang for your buck.
| 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 |
There are several compelling reasons to go with Bika.ai.
The Weekly meeting reminder (Slack) template is a game-changer. Here's how to make the most of it:
Install this template into your Bika space station.
Log in to the Slack API website, click "Create your Slack app", and in the pop-up window, select "From scratch". After creation, click "Incoming WebHooks", turn on the switch, then add it to the corresponding channel and copy the generated Webhook URL. For detailed steps, please refer to here.
Enter the editing interface of the "Weekly Meeting Reminder (Slack)" automated task and edit the automated Action in the template. Paste the Webhook URL provided by Incoming Webhook into the Webhook URL field in the template's Action configuration and save.
In the automated task editing interface, click the "Run Now" button at the bottom right to manually trigger the automated task and check if the Slack channel receives the message prompt.
In the automated task editing interface, click the button at the bottom left to start the automated task, which will begin running in the background.
Conclusion
Use Bika.ai's automation templates to solve the specific challenges related to Agile sprint planning and take your team's efficiency to the next level.
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