The Block vs Zapier Agents
Zapier Agents is now called AI by Zapier. You build automations yourself across thousands of apps. The Block runs the work for you.
At a glance
| The Block | Zapier | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | One page of questions, each with a recommended answer. The Block does the work after your yes. | Automations and AI steps you build between your apps. |
| Who does the setup | You connect your tools. The Block runs the work, with people on bigger jobs. | You do, with Zapier's Copilot and templates. |
| Price | Plans from $499 a month. | Free for 100 tasks a month. Professional from $19.99 a month. |
| Approval | Nothing is sent or spent without your yes. | You can require approval before an agent runs a step, set per tool. |
| Connections | Inbox, calendar, files, ads, payments, reviews and social accounts. | 9,000+ apps. |
Pick Zapier if
- You need to connect apps The Block doesn't support.
- You enjoy building and fixing workflows yourself.
- You want the lowest monthly cost.
Pick The Block if
- You don't want to build or maintain workflows.
- You want each reply drafted in your tone and shown to you first.
- You want people to take on bigger work, such as your website.
Questions
What happened to Zapier Agents?
Zapier says Zapier Agents is now AI by Zapier, with agents rebuilt as AI steps inside Zaps.
Can I use Zapier and The Block together?
Yes. Zapier can keep moving data between apps while Runway handles the questions that need you.
Sources
Public pages read on October 14, 2026. Prices and features change; check each site before you choose.
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