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MacroDroid alternatives
MacroDroid compared with 5 alternatives: Tasker, Automate, Apple Shortcuts, IFTTT and Pushcut.
MacroDroid has a free plan. Paid plans start at $1.49 - $10.00 per item in-app; the Pro upgrade is a one-time payment. 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| MacroDroidThis tool | Free plan · from $1.49 | Yes | Android |
| Tasker | Free trial · from $4.49 one-time | Trial only | Android |
| Automate | Free plan · from $4.99 one-time | Yes | Android |
| Apple Shortcuts | Free | Free | macOS, iOS |
| IFTTT | Free plan · from $2.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Pushcut | Free plan · from $1.99/mo | Yes | iOS |
How each one differs from MacroDroid
- Free trial · from $4.49 one-time
Tasker
Android automation app driven by profiles, contexts and tasks
- Tasker starts at $4.49 one-time purchase on Google Play. MacroDroid starts at $1.49 - $10.00 per item in-app; the Pro upgrade is a one-time payment.
- MacroDroid has a free plan. Tasker does not, though it has a free trial.
- MacroDroid also covers templates and no-code.
Suits: Android users who want detailed control over how their phone behaves
- Free plan · from $4.99 one-time
Automate
Android automation app that builds tasks as flowcharts
- Automate starts at $4.99 one-time in-app purchase. MacroDroid starts at $1.49 - $10.00 per item in-app; the Pro upgrade is a one-time payment.
- MacroDroid also covers templates.
Suits: Android users who prefer drawing an automation as a flowchart
- Free
Apple Shortcuts
Free automation app for iPhone, iPad and Mac, built by Apple
- Apple Shortcuts is free. MacroDroid starts at $1.49 - $10.00 per item in-app; the Pro upgrade is a one-time payment.
- Only Apple Shortcuts lists iOS and macOS apps.
- Only MacroDroid lists an Android app.
- MacroDroid can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: iPhone, iPad and Mac owners automating tasks across Apple's apps
- Free plan · from $2.99/mo
IFTTT
Simple trigger-and-action automations for apps and smart devices
- IFTTT starts at $2.99 / month, billed annually ($35.88 per year). MacroDroid starts at $1.49 - $10.00 per item in-app; the Pro upgrade is a one-time payment.
- Only IFTTT lists a web app.
- Only IFTTT lists an iOS app.
- MacroDroid can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- MacroDroid also covers no-code.
Suits: Personal and smart-home automations with one trigger and one action
- Free plan · from $1.99/mo
Pushcut
Smart notifications, widgets and a server for Apple Shortcuts
- Pushcut starts at $1.99 / month for Pro, or $17.99 per year. MacroDroid starts at $1.49 - $10.00 per item in-app; the Pro upgrade is a one-time payment.
- Only Pushcut lists an iOS app.
- Only MacroDroid lists an Android app.
- MacroDroid also covers templates and no-code.
Suits: Shortcuts and HomeKit users who want notifications with action buttons
Limits worth knowing in MacroDroid
- The free version shows ads and allows only 5 macros.
- MacroDroid runs on Android phones and tablets only; its Wear OS companion app needs the phone app.
- Google Play lists in-app purchases at $1.49 to $10.00 per item and does not state the exact price of the Pro upgrade.
- Some features, such as automating UI interactions, rely on Android's accessibility services, which are optional to enable.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to MacroDroid?
The alternatives to MacroDroid in this directory are Tasker, Automate, Apple Shortcuts, IFTTT and Pushcut. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with MacroDroid.
Is there a free alternative to MacroDroid?
Yes. Apple Shortcuts is free to use. Automate, IFTTT and Pushcut have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which MacroDroid alternatives work on macOS?
The MacroDroid listing does not include a macOS app. Apple Shortcuts lists one.
Which MacroDroid alternatives work on iOS?
The MacroDroid listing does not include an iOS app. Apple Shortcuts, IFTTT and Pushcut list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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