Cyclr vs. Zapier
Sophisticated software companies prefer Cyclr
Why choose Cyclr over Zapier?
Zapier, while widely recognized for its automation capabilities, is not purpose-built as an embedded iPaaS. Its platform primarily targets end-user automation rather than providing the full flexibility and abstraction required for embedded integration in SaaS products.
Cyclr, in contrast, has years of experience building purpose-built embedded iPaaS solutions, delivering a mature platform designed to save time and make integration creation and maintenance accessible to both technical and non-technical users. Cyclr provides a higher level of abstraction for ease of use, while remaining flexible enough to offer developer-friendly advanced features when deeper technical control is needed, without imposing complexity on those who do not require it.
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Cyclr and Prismatic Comparison Diagram
Cyclr is a robust and fully developed embedded iPaaS platform, offering extensive pre-built connector coverage, highly flexible deployment options, and the ability to build custom connectors and fully tailored UI components. Its intuitive workflow builder serves both developers and non-developers, making integration creation, delivery, and management accessible across teams, without sacrificing technical depth.
Cyclr is a strong choice whether your integration patterns are standardized or highly complex. It also remains agnostic to connector usage volume, allowing your integrations to scale without unexpected costs.
Zapier, by contrast, is designed primarily for end-user automation rather than embedded integration. While it offers broad connector coverage and straightforward workflow automation, it does not provide the same level of abstraction or flexibility for embedding integrations directly into SaaS products.
Scaling complex or customized integrations in Zapier can be challenging, and its pricing, based on tasks and active workflows, can rise quickly as usage grows, making predictable, cost-effective scaling difficult for SaaS teams seeking a fully embedded iPaaS solution.
Cyclr and Zapier Comparison Table
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| Managed Connector Library Size | 7 | 10 |
| Platform Maturity | 7 | 8 |
| Ease of Operation | 7 | 9 |
| Initial Affordability | 5 | 10 |
| Affordability at Scale | 9 | 3 |
| Multi-Tenancy Capabilities | 10 | 2 |
| White Label Features | 9 | 4 |
| Enterprise Capabilities | 9 | 3 |
The basis for scoring from perspective of embedded use-case.
Why users choose Cyclr over Zapier
“Cyclr provides a great balance of ease of use, and technical flexibility. The amount of connectors provided, and the ability to create your own means there are technically no limitations.
You can create bespoke accounts for clients and embed the builder directly to your own software. This makes things like authentication, and modification easy for everyone, not just the technical managers.”
Otto K, CTO
G2 Reviews“Cyclr allows SaaS products to scale integrations with low-code. They provide fantastic support, onboarding and knowledgable staff.
The Cyclr platform is far more flexibile than other iPaaS providers such as Zapier. It’s intuitive to use but with a great deal of depth under the surface. Customising and integrating new products is now quick and affordable for us.”
Leo H, Senior Product Manager
G2 Reviews“They've got a solution for everything. Usually through simple drag and drop. But if all else fails, scripting can solve just about any use case. Their support is top notch!
Integrations take a lot of time to develop internally. Outsourcing this to Cyclr saves us a ton of time and money.”
Cory B, Co-Founder & CEO
G2 ReviewsNever say “no” to a feedback integration request again.
Simplesat embedded Cyclr to package and send survey data to hundreds of tools, reducing dev burden while scaling its integration offering.
- Seamless feedback flow: Turn survey data into structured integrations with other platforms, third-party vendors or CRMs.
- Self-sufficient teams: Both non-technical and technical staff use Cyclr, support engineers review logs, while product builds new connectors.
- Fast prototyping: Launch new integrations in 1–2 weeks, whether it’s a built-in API connector or a bespoke request.
>100× more integrations
Simplesat grew from ~5–6 integrations to leveraging 600+ pre-built Cyclr connectors.
Every integration your customers need, in one platform
Scale integrations without slowing down product teams, delivering faster onboarding and seamless data syncs across CRMs, email, and marketing tools.
- Connectors: Extend core integrations with 35+ new systems on top of their in-house set.
- Workflows: Standardize onboarding, cut builds from 3 days to 4 hours, and sync customer data in real time.
- Maintenance: Offload connector upkeep and updates to Cyclr, freeing engineers to focus on product.
83% faster
Force24 slashed integration build time from days to hours, supporting 50–60M monthly API calls with ease.
Cyclr is the preferred platform of the discerning SaaS company
See why Cyclr is rated 4.8/5 stars by our customers on G2!
“Being able to integrate with multiple other SaaS products is a critical part of building a wider partnership eco-system.
Cyclr’s powerful embeddable iPaaS platform enabled us to rapidly accelerate this process and build complex, multi-step integration workflows quickly and reliably.”
G2 Review from Cyclr Customer
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