The verdict
On the data we hold, Zapier Agents comes out ahead. Here is why, point by point.
What the data says
- Both cover 2 of the 2 features we compared.
- Both have a free plan, so you can try each before you pay.
- Both have an API and an MCP server, so either works with AI employees.
- In our AI agents ranking, Zapier Agents places 6 and Gemini 7 of 11.
Side by side
| 6 points compared | ||
|---|---|---|
| Starts at | Not known yet | $33.33/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| MCP server | Yes | Yes |
| Document/source grounding | Yes | Yes |
| No-code builder | Yes | Yes |
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Plans and pricing
Gemini
- Free TierFree input and output tokens on limited models with lower rate limits; data may be used to improve Google products.Free
Zapier Agents
- Agents FreeFree forever: 400 agent activities per month.Free
- Agents Pro$400 billed annually ($33.33 per month): 1,500 agent activities per month.$400/yr
Prices as the vendors list them. They change often; the final price is on their sites.
Who each is for
Choose Gemini if…
Development teams who want to add Google's Gemini models to a product through an API and prefer to start on a free tier before committing spend to production.
Choose Zapier Agents if…
A team that already runs Zapier and wants AI agents to handle tasks such as lead qualification, ticket handling or research across its connected apps.
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