Alternatives · Automation
Blue Prism alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Blue Prism alternative is Microsoft Power Automate (2.8 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Blue Prism compared with 5 alternatives: UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Microsoft Power Automate, Workato and Nintex.
Blue Prism's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 3 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue PrismThis tool | Free trial | Trial only | Web |
| UiPath | Free plan · from $25/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Automation Anywhere | Free plan | Yes | macOS, Windows |
| Microsoft Power Automate | Free plan · from $15/mo | Yes | Web, Windows |
| Workato | Paid | No | Web |
| Nintex | Free trial | Trial only | Web |
How each one differs from Blue Prism
UiPath
Enterprise platform for RPA, AI agents and process orchestration
- UiPath starts at $25 per month (Basic plan; billing basis not stated).
- UiPath has a free plan, which Blue Prism lacks.
- UiPath also lists Windows, macOS and Linux apps.
- UiPath is self-hostable, according to its own site.
- UiPath also covers AI agents.
Suits: Enterprises automating work across legacy desktop applications
Automation Anywhere
RPA and agentic process automation for enterprises
- Automation Anywhere has a free plan, which Blue Prism lacks.
- Automation Anywhere also lists Windows and macOS apps.
- Automation Anywhere lists no web app, which Blue Prism has.
- Automation Anywhere also covers AI agents and documents.
Suits: Students and developers learning RPA free
Microsoft Power Automate
Cloud workflows and desktop RPA in the Microsoft Power Platform
- Microsoft Power Automate starts at $15 per user / month, paid yearly.
- Microsoft Power Automate has a free plan, which Blue Prism lacks.
- Microsoft Power Automate also lists a Windows app.
- Microsoft Power Automate also covers templates.
Suits: Organizations already licensed for Microsoft 365 or Dynamics 365
Workato
Enterprise integration and automation platform with AI agents
- Workato also covers AI agents.
Suits: Large companies connecting many business systems
Nintex
Workflow, process and document automation platform
- Nintex also covers documents and forms.
Suits: Microsoft and Salesforce-centered organizations
Limits worth knowing in Blue Prism
- No prices or plans are published, and a guessed pricing address returns not found.
- It is sold to enterprises; the site's main call to action is Contact Us.
- The pages we read do not list supported operating systems or whether a browser is the main way to build automations.
- The product is branded SS&C Blue Prism, and the parent company is SS&C Technologies.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Blue Prism?
The alternatives to Blue Prism in this directory are UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Microsoft Power Automate, Workato and Nintex. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Blue Prism.
Is there a free alternative to Blue Prism?
Yes. UiPath, Automation Anywhere and Microsoft Power Automate have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Blue Prism alternatives work on Windows?
The Blue Prism listing does not include a Windows app. UiPath, Automation Anywhere and Microsoft Power Automate list one.
Which Blue Prism alternatives work on macOS?
The Blue Prism listing does not include a macOS app. UiPath and Automation Anywhere list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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