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Apache Airflow alternatives with a Mac app

The Apache Airflow listing does not include a Mac app. 13 of the 134 other automation tools in this directory list a Mac app.

Apache Airflow is free to use. 11 of them are free or have a free plan.

13 tools · Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

The 12 closest to Apache Airflow

  1. Apache Camel

    Open-source Java framework for integration routes

    • Apache Camel is free. Apache Airflow is free.
    • Only Apache Camel lists Linux, macOS and Windows apps.
    • Only Apache Airflow lists a web app.
    Apache Camel vs Apache AirflowApache Camel pricing and details

  2. Apache NiFi

    Open-source system for routing and processing data flows

    • Apache NiFi is free. Apache Airflow is free.
    • Only Apache NiFi lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
    Apache NiFi vs Apache AirflowApache NiFi pricing and details

  3. Rundeck

    Runbook automation and job scheduling for IT operations

    • Only Rundeck lists Windows, Linux and macOS apps.
    • Rundeck also covers job scheduling.
    Rundeck vs Apache AirflowRundeck pricing and details

  4. UiPath

    Enterprise platform for RPA, AI agents and process orchestration

    • UiPath starts at $25 per month (Basic plan; billing basis not stated). Apache Airflow is free.
    • Only UiPath lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
    • Apache Airflow is open source, according to its own site.
    • UiPath also covers AI agents.
    UiPath pricing and details

  5. Axiom.ai

    Browser automation and web scraping bots, built without code

    • Axiom.ai starts at $15 / month for 5 hours of runtime. Apache Airflow is free.
    • Apache Airflow has a free plan. Axiom.ai does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only Axiom.ai lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only Axiom.ai lists a browser extension.
    Axiom.ai pricing and details

  6. Ui.Vision

    Open-source browser and desktop automation with computer vision

    • Ui.Vision starts at €11.90 / month for AI PRO (introductory price); PRO Edition is US$299 / year. Apache Airflow is free.
    • Only Ui.Vision lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
    • Only Ui.Vision lists a browser extension.
    • Only Apache Airflow lists a web app.
    Ui.Vision pricing and details

  7. Robomotion

    RPA platform for building workflows, AI agents and apps

    • Robomotion starts at $49 / month for Solo, or $40.83 / month billed annually. Apache Airflow is free.
    • Only Robomotion lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
    • Apache Airflow is open source, according to its own site.
    • Robomotion also covers templates, AI agents and forms.
    Robomotion pricing and details

  8. Knime

    Open-source visual workflows for data analysis and automation

    • Knime starts at €99 per month for 3 seats and 120 execution credits. Apache Airflow is free.
    • Only Knime lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
    • Apache Airflow is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Knime also covers no-code.
    Knime pricing and details

  9. Apple Shortcuts

    Free automation app for iPhone, iPad and Mac, built by Apple

    • Apple Shortcuts is free. Apache Airflow is free.
    • Only Apple Shortcuts lists iOS and macOS apps.
    • Only Apache Airflow lists a web app.
    • Apache Airflow is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
    Apple Shortcuts pricing and details

  10. Macro Recorder

    Records mouse and keyboard actions for replay on Windows and Mac

    • Macro Recorder starts at $99.95 one-time for the Standard edition, with 12 months of updates. Apache Airflow is free.
    • Only Macro Recorder lists Windows and macOS apps.
    • Only Apache Airflow lists a web app.
    • Macro Recorder can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    Macro Recorder pricing and details

  11. Automation Anywhere

    RPA and agentic process automation for enterprises

    • Only Automation Anywhere lists Windows and macOS apps.
    • Only Apache Airflow lists a web app.
    • Apache Airflow is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Automation Anywhere also covers AI agents and documents.
    Automation Anywhere pricing and details

  12. FME

    No-code data integration platform with spatial data support

    • Apache Airflow has a free plan. FME does not.
    • Only FME lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
    • Apache Airflow is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • FME also covers no-code.
    FME pricing and details

1 more that list a Mac app

All 13 in one table

Common questions

Which Apache Airflow alternatives have a Mac app?

Apache Camel, Apache NiFi, Rundeck, UiPath, Axiom.ai, Ui.Vision, Robomotion, Knime and 5 more list a Mac app.

Does Apache Airflow have a Mac app?

The Apache Airflow listing does not include a Mac app. It lists Web.

Which of these automation tools are free?

Apache Camel, Apache NiFi, Rundeck, UiPath, Ui.Vision, Robomotion, Knime, Apple Shortcuts and 3 more are free or have a free plan.

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to Apache Airflow: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.