How we compare
See how Simplicity Labs stacks up against the alternatives, and find the right fit for your needs.
Simplicity vs Zapier / Make
Automation tools vs custom AI solutions
Zapier and Make are great for simple, trigger-based automations. But when you need AI that thinks, learns, or handles complex logic, you need more than if-this-then-that.
Zapier / Make
- Great for simple, linear automations
- You build and maintain it yourself
- Limited AI capabilities (basic GPT add-ons)
- Breaks when workflows get complex
Simplicity Labs
- We build complex AI agents and workflows for you
- Done-for-you setup, ongoing support included
- Full AI capabilities with custom context and memory
- Built for scale and reliability from day one
Best for: Teams who need more than simple automations, AI that actually thinks and integrates deeply with your systems.
Simplicity vs Hiring a developer
Full-time hire vs specialized AI partner
Hiring a developer gives you full control, but finding AI/ML talent is expensive and time-consuming. Plus, you're responsible for keeping them busy and up-to-date.
Hiring a developer
- €60-100k+ salary (plus overhead, benefits, training)
- 3-6 months to hire, onboard, and ramp up
- Single point of failure, what if they leave?
- You manage priorities, holidays, sick days
Simplicity Labs
- €1-2k/month, fraction of the cost
- First prototype in 7 days, production in 2-3 weeks
- Team of experts, no single point of failure
- We manage ourselves, you just see results
Best for: Teams who want AI expertise without the headache of hiring, managing, and retaining specialized talent.
Simplicity vs Traditional agency
Big agency vs lean AI specialists
Traditional agencies bring experience, but also bring overhead. Account managers, project managers, multiple meetings... and bills that reflect all that coordination.
Traditional agency
- €10-15k+ per month (often 6-month minimums)
- Weeks of meetings before any work starts
- Talk to account managers, not the builders
- Change requests = change orders = more bills
Simplicity Labs
- €1-2k/month, up to 10x less expensive
- We ship fast, working prototype in days
- Direct access to the founders who build your solution
- Flexible, iterative, changes are part of the process
Best for: Teams who want agency-quality results without the agency overhead, timeline, and politics.
At a glance
A quick comparison of your options
| Zapier/Make | Hiring a developer | Traditional agency | Simplicity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Time to first result | Hours (DIY) | 3-6 months | 4-8 weeks | 7 days |
| Monthly cost | €20-500+ | €5-10k+ | €10-15k+ | €1-2k |
| AI capabilities | Basic | Varies | Varies | Advanced |
| Ongoing support | Self-serve | You manage | Extra cost | Included |
| Complex workflows | Limited | Possible | Possible | Specialty |
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