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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (58.3% of reviews)
Mid-Market (36.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$15.00 1 User
Appian
Star Rating
(485)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (58.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
Learn more about AppianMicrosoft Power Automate
Star Rating
(911)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (36.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$15.00 1 User
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Appian excels in Ease of Use with a score of 8.7, as reviewers mention its intuitive interface and user-friendly design, making it easier for teams to adopt and utilize effectively compared to Microsoft Power Automate's score of 8.3.
- Reviewers mention that Appian's Quality of Support is highly rated at 8.5, with users appreciating the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team, while Microsoft Power Automate's support is rated lower at 8.0, indicating potential delays in assistance.
- G2 users highlight Appian's superior Collaboration features, scoring 8.7, which facilitate seamless teamwork and communication, whereas Microsoft Power Automate's score of 7.9 suggests it may lack some collaborative functionalities that users desire.
- Users on G2 report that Appian's Process Design capabilities are robust, earning a score of 8.8, with features that allow for detailed customization and flexibility, while Microsoft Power Automate's score of 8.3 indicates it may not offer the same level of depth in process design.
- Reviewers mention that Appian shines in Adaptive Learning with a score of 9.0, showcasing its ability to evolve and improve based on user interactions, while Microsoft Power Automate's score of 6.4 suggests it may not adapt as effectively to user needs.
- Users say that Appian's Document Approval process is streamlined and efficient, scoring 8.2, which enhances workflow management, whereas Microsoft Power Automate's score of 8.1 indicates it may not be as efficient in handling document approvals.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Appian
No pricing availableMicrosoft Power Automate
Power Automate Premium
$15.00
1 User
Enables licensed users to automate modern applications via API-based digital process automation (cloud flows) and legacy applications via UI-based robotic process automation (desktop flows) in attended mode.
- Unlimited cloud flows (DPA) and desktop flows (RPA) in attended mode
- 50 MB Power Automate Process Mining data storage
- 1 5,000 AI Builder credits
Free Trial
Appian
Free Trial is available
Microsoft Power Automate
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
282
8.5
745
Ease of Use
8.7
339
8.3
753
Ease of Setup
8.5
281
8.6
578
Ease of Admin
8.5
229
8.5
307
Quality of Support
8.5
275
8.1
668
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
232
8.8
293
Product Direction (% positive)
9.0
271
8.8
737
Features by Category
Automation Building
8.6
39
|
Verified
8.3
302
8.2
35
8.1
294
8.2
34
7.8
287
8.4
40
|
Verified
8.1
299
8.7
43
|
Verified
8.0
268
8.3
34
7.9
230
Bot Management & Execution
8.6
38
|
Verified
8.2
275
8.7
36
|
Verified
8.5
283
8.7
36
|
Verified
8.0
284
8.5
32
|
Verified
7.7
256
8.8
37
|
Verified
8.3
224
8.7
41
|
Verified
7.8
230
Intelligent Automation
8.6
33
|
Verified
7.6
220
8.2
29
|
Verified
7.4
221
8.1
30
|
Verified
7.3
214
Agentic AI - Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
8.7
5
8.0
53
8.7
5
7.5
52
8.7
5
7.9
53
9.0
5
7.0
51
8.7
5
7.0
50
8.7
5
7.1
50
9.0
5
7.4
49
Digital Workflows
8.7
70
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
70
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
65
|
Verified
Not enough data
Forms
8.5
66
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
66
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
66
|
Verified
Not enough data
Automation
8.9
69
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
69
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
66
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
57
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Digital Process Automation (DPA)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Process Management
8.2
10
8.4
43
8.0
11
8.6
41
8.0
11
8.7
44
7.7
11
8.4
43
Process Analysis
7.8
10
8.5
44
7.7
10
8.4
44
8.0
10
8.6
44
Automation
7.4
9
8.4
41
7.6
9
8.5
43
Generative AI
8.6
7
8.2
20
Agentic AI - Process Mining
Not enough data
8.7
15
Not enough data
8.5
16
Not enough data
8.3
16
Not enough data
8.2
15
Not enough data
8.5
16
Not enough data
8.0
16
Not enough data
8.1
16
Generative AI
7.7
56
7.4
334
7.7
55
7.3
331
Process Management
8.5
158
8.5
413
|
Verified
8.4
156
8.2
407
|
Verified
8.4
157
8.3
412
|
Verified
7.8
124
7.8
385
8.4
137
7.9
390
8.0
121
7.9
384
8.2
122
8.3
389
Customization
7.6
155
8.1
418
|
Verified
8.8
166
8.4
429
|
Verified
8.5
156
8.2
418
|
Verified
8.1
154
8.4
422
|
Verified
8.6
168
8.5
420
|
Verified
Collaboration
8.4
162
8.2
419
|
Verified
8.4
161
8.2
413
|
Verified
8.5
168
8.5
416
|
Verified
8.7
161
8.3
413
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Business Process Management
Not enough data
7.7
164
Not enough data
7.9
161
Not enough data
8.1
165
Not enough data
7.5
163
Not enough data
7.5
163
Not enough data
7.6
161
Not enough data
7.6
164
Process Development
8.5
130
8.2
385
Functionality - Process Orchestration
7.9
15
Not enough data
9.1
15
Not enough data
9.2
15
Not enough data
9.3
16
Not enough data
8.7
15
Not enough data
Integration & Adaptability - Process Orchestration
8.3
15
Not enough data
9.0
15
Not enough data
9.1
16
Not enough data
8.3
16
Not enough data
9.1
15
Not enough data
8.6
15
Not enough data
8.6
15
Not enough data
8.8
15
Not enough data
Customization - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Functionality - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data and Analytics - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integration - AI Agent Builders
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Workflow Design & Orchestration
9.3
5
8.2
55
9.0
5
8.4
55
Integrations & Connectivity
9.0
5
8.3
54
9.3
5
7.9
53
Automation Execution & Intelligence
9.0
5
7.8
51
9.3
5
8.4
51
Development & Customization
8.7
5
8.8
51
9.3
5
8.4
49
Governance & Security
9.0
5
7.8
52
9.3
5
7.8
50
Reporting & Analytics
9.3
5
8.2
52
9.3
5
8.1
53
Agentic AI - Business Automation Platforms (BAPs)
9.0
5
7.7
31
9.3
5
7.9
34
9.0
5
7.9
34
9.0
5
8.0
33
9.3
5
7.7
33
9.3
5
7.9
33
Agentic AI - Genesys AppFoundry Marketplace
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - AWS Marketplace
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Application Design
7.8
138
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
142
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
147
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
118
Not enough data
9.0
153
|
Verified
Not enough data
Data Control
8.2
145
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
146
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
148
|
Verified
Not enough data
Publishing
8.7
156
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
151
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
152
|
Verified
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Low-Code Development Platforms
8.2
12
Not enough data
8.1
12
Not enough data
8.3
12
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Appian and Microsoft Power Automate are categorized as Business Automation Platforms (BAPs), Process Mining, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), and Business Process Management
Unique Categories
Appian is categorized as Process Orchestration, AWS Marketplace, Genesys AppFoundry Marketplace, Digital Process Automation (DPA), Low-Code Development Platforms, and AI Agent Builders
Microsoft Power Automate has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Appian
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Microsoft Power Automate
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Financial Services
21.1%
Banking
10.3%
Information Technology and Services
7.0%
Computer Software
5.8%
Insurance
5.5%
Other
50.4%
Information Technology and Services
18.3%
Computer Software
9.8%
Financial Services
4.1%
Consulting
3.3%
Accounting
3.2%
Other
61.3%
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Discussions
What is Appian software used for?
3 Comments
JP
Digital Transformation and process automationRead more
How can we user RPA with Appian ?
1 Comment
Official Response from Appian
Hi Mahantesh,
RPA can be used in any Appian process to automate simple, repetitive tasks or connect systems that don't use APIs. Appian has native...Read more
1) How can I automate associating apps with Users and Groups? 2) How can I write multiple rows to a Data a store Entity without using a SmartObject function or widget?
1 Comment
HT
Hi Mark, the best way to get advice on your questions is to head over to our Appian Community, where your peers can share their best practices and...Read more
What is Robotic Process Automation?
2 Comments
Official Response from WinAutomation by Softomotive
Robotic Process Automation is the technology that allows anyone today to configure computer software, or a “robot” to emulate and integrate the actions of a...Read more
Can I transfer a WinAutomation license to another machine?
2 Comments
Official Response from WinAutomation by Softomotive
Yes - A WinAutomation license can be unassigned/de-registered from a machine in order to be assigned/registered to another.
Check out our support portal...Read more
What is Microsoft Power Automate used for?
2 Comments
BV
if you are trying automate some tedious task in your organization you can power automate. For example if you want to send an welcome to the new joiner in...Read more
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