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Dataloader.io vs Zapier comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Mar 15, 2026

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Categories and Ranking

Dataloader.io
Ranking in Data Integration
48th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.5
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Zapier
Ranking in Data Integration
25th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
49
Ranking in other categories
Cloud Data Integration (15th), Business Orchestration and Automation Technologies (20th), AI Software Development (22nd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Data Integration category, the mindshare of Dataloader.io is 0.7%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Zapier is 1.0%, up from 0.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Data Integration Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Zapier1.0%
Dataloader.io0.7%
Other98.3%
Data Integration
 

Featured Reviews

reviewer2542599 - PeerSpot reviewer
Lead Database Administrator at a insurance company with 201-500 employees
Integrating external keys seamlessly while has transaction constraints
I find DataLoader's ability to easily integrate with external keys valuable, which is a bit more challenging with DBM. It provides automation for scheduling data loads, and we use the server's functionality for this. Additionally, DataLoader is cost-effective since it is free. As long as I have stable network access, uploading and downloading data is straightforward.
MI
Go High Level Manager at Virtual Worker Now
Automation expertise grows and enhances global collaboration
The most valuable aspect is the ability to integrate with over 20,000 applications, which is a superior feature compared to Make.com that has limited applications access. I use multi-step automation workflows in my tasks, which increases productivity and efficiency. The features such as if-else conditions allow for different branches in automation, making the automation more productive. I utilized conditional logic, text parsing, and formatting. My experience with these advanced features has been excellent. For instance, I once pushed data from Zapier to GoHighLevel while checking the date, and based on that date, I created automation in GoHighLevel that involved various branches, effectively creating a loop. Remote access to Zapier's automated workflows and cloud integration is beneficial. I use cloud services such as Google Drive and Dropbox within Zapier. The remote capabilities are advantageous, allowing us to provide services from Pakistan for businesses based in the USA, reducing company expenses when hiring employees from the USA. The ability to work remotely globally through Zapier is a significant opportunity.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"he product’s most valuable feature is ease of access."
"DataLoader is cost-effective since it is free."
"I find DataLoader's ability to easily integrate with external keys valuable, which is a bit more challenging with DBM."
"Zapier, combined with MailParser, is an essential element of our back-end operations."
"I like the ability to connect one system to another, whereas that wasn’t previously possible without a custom integration."
"The product's most valuable feature is automation."
"Zapier has automated so many of our back-end systems, saving us hours each day in reconciliation and data flow."
"The ability to link Google Sheets to Salesforce is the most valuable feature."
"Zapier’s most valuable feature is its ability to interconnect applications or devices."
"Technical support is very good, I got the proper answer immediately via webchat."
"The ability to connect web applications to trigger actions in another app after having enriched, formatted, delayed, grouped, and filtered is really valuable for many businesses."
 

Cons

"We need help with large data migrations. It only works well for a few thousand records or less than a million records."
"Dataloader has limitations, including constraints with file sizes and transactions. Additionally, at times it can be slow, and when integrating DBM, we find it more complex than Dataloader."
"Not all Zaps work perfectly the first time."
"Zapier can be improved by having more complex running scenarios, such as running code and more custom modules, and maybe multi-router cases which will make the workflows even tighter and more complex."
"So, if I use Zapier and I end up having to code, it loses its sense in my opinion."
"Zapier needs more YouTube or video tutorials or more training for people. That would help a lot. In particular, Zapier should have documentation for every connector. Its documentation needs to be more detailed and visual."
"Zapier could be a little faster, but that might not be possible. I would encourage Zapier to make more API endpoints for each application"
"To make it a complete BPM solution, the UI component needs significant enhancement."
"In our case, very limited actions and limited objects are supported."
"Some colleagues don’t find the chat/email channels that intuitive."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The product is inexpensive and economical."
"There is a free plan that is, of course, limited. However, it allows you to understand and check true scenarios for a while."
"Zapier is a paid service. Its license renews monthly, and Zapier will downgrade your subscription to the free version when your credit card doesn't have funds. That significantly impacts your service because everything halts completely. Zapier doesn't have any hidden costs."
"It's very affordable."
"Zapier's price is good."
"The product is reasonably priced."
"It's very straightforward licensing. There's only one cost you have to pay, and if you want a relevant pricing plan, I think you have two or three different models or packages which include the number of notifications or Zaps, as they call it, that you can program."
"Per task, there is a monthly plan involving 15 euros...Also, in different forms, they just give you the ability to use different features. They charge 18.58 euros for the first standard plan, which includes 750 tasks. So, it is about 25 cents per task."
"The price of Zapier is approximately $75 monthly."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Construction Company
20%
Comms Service Provider
15%
Transportation Company
7%
Insurance Company
7%
Construction Company
16%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Financial Services Firm
9%
University
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
No data available
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business32
Midsize Enterprise10
Large Enterprise7
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Dataloader.io?
Dataloader.io is cost-effective, particularly since it is free.
What needs improvement with Dataloader.io?
DataLoader has limitations, including constraints with file sizes and transactions. Additionally, at times it can be slow, and when integrating DBM, we find it more complex than DataLoader.
What advice do you have for others considering Dataloader.io?
For small to mid-range businesses, DataLoader is perfectly fine, offering everything needed for uploading. On a scale of one to ten, I would rate DataLoader a seven or eight depending on specific n...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Zapier?
The pricing is in accordance with market standards and even lower in some cases. The license setup cost is reasonable.
What needs improvement with Zapier?
Zapier can be improved by having more complex running scenarios, such as running code and more custom modules, and maybe multi-router cases which will make the workflows even tighter and more compl...
What is your primary use case for Zapier?
My main use case for Zapier is that it acts as a no-code automation platform which helps us in automating business platforms and business process automation. It is a tool that we were using prior t...
 

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Sample Customers

UCSF, Box, CareFusion, Unilever, Hershey's
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