Fortra's Automate vs Robocorp comparison

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Fortra and Sema4.ai are both solutions in the Robotic Process Automation (RPA) category. Fortra is ranked #4 with an average rating of 8.7, while Sema4.ai is ranked #31. Fortra holds a 2.7% mindshare in RPA, compared to Sema4.ai’s 1.1% mindshare. Additionally, 97% of Fortra users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 84% of Sema4.ai users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Feb 15, 2026

Fortra's Automate and Robocorp are two leading automation solutions competing in the automation category. Fortra's Automate seems to have the upper hand for smaller enterprises due to its ease of use and cost-efficiency, while Robocorp appeals to developers with its flexibility and support for complex tasks.

Features: Fortra's Automate offers a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface, robust error handling, and centralized management. It is beneficial for smaller businesses seeking simple automation without coding expertise. Robocorp, leveraging Python, facilitates custom library creation and diverse integrations, making it ideal for developers aiming for advanced automation opportunities.

Room for Improvement: Fortra's Automate could improve its interface navigation, cloud functionality, and integration capabilities. Enhancements in error reporting and community support would also be advantageous. Robocorp should focus on developing more user-friendly interfaces and optimizing deployment and documentation to assist developers and users better.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Fortra's Automate supports primarily on-premise deployments, with some cloud options and is praised for effective customer service, although a modernized interface is desired. Robocorp, favoring cloud-centric deployment, offers flexibility for cloud-native businesses and has responsive technical support, though detailed documentation could be improved.

Pricing and ROI: Fortra's Automate provides competitive pricing with a one-time licensing fee advantageous for smaller enterprises seeking predictable costs and swift ROI. Robocorp's pay-as-you-go model offers cost-efficiency with no upfront costs but requires diligent budget management to maximize ROI and accommodate scaling operations.

To learn more, read our detailed Fortra's Automate vs. Robocorp Report (Updated: September 2026).

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Automation Anywhere

Mindshare comparison

As of September 2026, in the Robotic Process Automation (RPA) category, the mindshare of Automation Anywhere is 5.2%, down from 9.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Fortra's Automate is 2.7%, up from 2.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Robocorp is 1.1%, down from 1.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Automation Anywhere	5.2%
Fortra's Automate	2.7%
Robocorp	1.1%
Other	91.0%

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Featured Reviews

Venkat Sivaprakash

Management Consultant at Accenture

Has significantly improved document-driven workflows and reduced processing time across finance and HR functions

Automation Anywhere has evolved significantly and upgraded itself to provide agentic AI and AI-based automation solutions for document automation. The product has matured considerably over time. We can create workflows that can call an API. We can include prompts in particular workflows for ChatGPT-related functions, connecting to an LLM and RAG to perform tasks. For document automation, modern features are available to train documents, ensuring high accuracy and repeatability over time. The system is very easy to use. I recently completed a course in document automation, typically designed for people involved in coding and technical aspects. Though I understand coding comprehensively, I don't do actual coding. The course was very accessible. Currently, extensive coding isn't necessary due to the hybrid model incorporating GenAI aspects, low-code, no-code capabilities, APIs, and numerous pre-built objects in Automation Anywhere. The features include GenAI-driven prompting methods and workflow creation capabilities. In these workflows, we can create decision boxes and call APIs without coding. We simply pull objects, drop them, connect them, and add minimal coding when needed. The most crucial aspect isn't coding but rather sizing the automation and fleshing out the details. Automation Co-pilot takes notes and performs automated analysis. It can extract details from videos, summarize conversations, and provide detailed information. During calls, it identifies instructions and performs tasks such as preparing reports and reconciliation. Automation Anywhere can also connect with Microsoft Co-pilot. Through Co-pilot, real-time operations can be executed, allowing direct interaction between vendors and automation through this component.

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Jane Rachma Kiniti

IT Project Manager at Labo des histoires

Automate has streamlined workflows and increased efficiency with powerful automation

The best features of the solution are the flexible automation features, it is rich with beautiful connectors, and it is easy to use with little to no coding knowledge required to get started, so anybody can use the tool. The intuitive interface of Automate has an intuitive design, which makes it easy to learn and use even without a strong technical background, and it has a drag-and-drop interface, which makes everything so easy and straightforward. The error handling capabilities in complex automation tasks are powerful, as it handles all types of tasks, whether complex or simple. I've never faced any problems even when dealing with complex tasks, so everything is super smooth and highly reliable, even when dealing with big tasks, as it has never slowed down. Automate's compatibility with existing IT infrastructure has impacted our business operations positively by providing smooth integration with other software that we use, such as Gmail, Jira, and Microsoft 365 apps, which gives us a unified platform instead of having to keep switching from one software to another, saving a lot of time and streamlining the whole workflows. The automated analytics have helped improve our business processes since it has increased our efficiency by automating our everyday tasks, freeing up time for us to focus more on strategic activities such as analyzing data and developing new business strategies. It is also cost-saving. By minimizing manual labor, it decreases human errors that can lead to costly mistakes. By automating the tasks, it helps to save costs, and it also improves our accuracy by reducing these errors to ensure that tasks are done almost perfectly.

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Mohammed Zaman

Senior Lead Developer at a tech services company with 201-500 employees

It's easy to create Python libraries and custom scripts for a particular client and general use cases

We've had conversations with the head of Robocorp over Slack about things we want to improve. We want to introduce some packages, but the authentication tokens and many other things are not there. We can do it in Python, but the custom packages are unavailable. We would also like an integrated PDF reader and better integration with custom solutions. The built-in Excel customization is limited, but we can still accomplish what we want using Python. We must rely on Python to customize processes in Robocorp. I don't know about the latest IDE from Robocorp, but the old one doesn't have a lot of activities. I don't know if they have updated the UI in the latest version, but they could improve that. The UI selector isn't that great. It would be nice to take elements from the console and customize parts. Everything is based on command lines, which I do not like. A flow chart with block items would be good for optimizing code. I would also like more support tools for developers so it's easier to understand when passing code to others.

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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"We have benefitted a lot now, but expect that we will benefit even more in the future as we get better at using intelligence."

"I would rate Automation Anywhere overall a nine out of ten."

"The tutorials that are available from Automation Anywhere are very helpful for newbies to learn the platform and get going with the tool."

"Scalability is one of the best things about most of the RPA bots. Once you create one, scalability is just about multiplying them."

"The CyberArk integration and setup are really amazing and it helps us to win deals for new projects."

"It removes demotivating, repetitive work from our teams."

"Workbench, which is a development tool, is very friendly. It is complete. Compared to Power Automate, Automation Anywhere is much more comprehensive and easy to understand."

"Automation Anywhere provides the best application to use for RPA and other automation requirements. It's very easy to use and easy to understand. It's UI(user interface) which is so friendly and easily understand by the user, it is very easy to install automation anywhere product simply click on next to install, it is easy to develop bot and no coding knowledge is required to develop"

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"Since using Fortra's Automate, I save roughly five to seven hours a week on routine tasks, and I have seen fewer errors from manual processing."

"The best features of the solution are the flexible automation features, it is rich with beautiful connectors, and it is easy to use with little to no coding knowledge required to get started, so anybody can use the tool."

"I find it very user-friendly. Our IT department and other departments can seamlessly collaborate without requiring extensive training. As a business department, we particularly value this aspect, as our team doesn't consist of many IT users. However, we couldn't solely rely on a drag-and-drop approach to implement and utilize the solution within our departments."

"It's very easy to use. That's a big selling point for it. It has got a drag-and-drop interface, so you can quickly deploy bots."

"The most valuable feature is the drag-and-drop interface, which is very Windows-like."

"This tool has machine learning and voice recognition and computer vision, which are both quite useful aspects. These aren't available in other tools. It's a good addition to this tool and it gives the solution an edge on the market."

"Fortra's Automate positively impacts my organization by reducing costs, errors, and time because I can create any automation for saving time."

"I actually quite liked the no-coding functionality."

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"Time complexity is reduced and the execution speed is much higher."

"It offers high scalability and enables automation in ways that haven't been possible before."

"Robocorp is based on Python, so you can use Python scripts and create libraries for your use cases. Building libraries and custom scripts for a particular client and general use cases is easy. We can reuse those scripts for other clients, so we start seeing benefits quickly."

"I can use it as a library by importing Python scripts, allowing me to access its many features while working with coding."

"The ability to create separate organizations on this platform makes it easier to bill each of the clients separately."

"I like the fact that it's very fast. The processing speed is good, and that's what matters to me. I also like that we don't have to bother with the infrastructure setup. We don't have to care about the status of the data set, as I believe the local group will provide it. We don't care about the licensing model. We only have to care about how long we are using it."

"I have worked with UiPath and Automation Anywhere previously. Robocorp offers an improved development style and support as well as flexibility of its tools. You can easily develop custom libraries in Robocorp."

"The solution is based on Python which makes it very valuable."

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Cons

"I would like to see a comment feature that allows you to embed comments/notes into an action sidebar, without having to actually take up a line of code in order to write such a statement."

"Pricing with respect to the competitors is more."

"I would like it to have AI and ML capabilities."

"One area where I think there's an opportunity to do things a lot better is in the analytics function. They do have a concept or product called Bot Insights. It hasn't worked for us. It isn't as plug and play as we were led to believe, which is unfortunate. I can absolutely understand the value, and the demonstrations that I've seen of Bot Insights are sensational. But, we just haven't been able to make it work. We've invested a lot of time and effort trying to make it work to no avail."

"We are still looking into some of its current capabilities, like IT Bot."

"Automation Anywhere is troublesome for some people because of the way it is organized."

"The overall product in Automation Anywhere is good, but they need to improve a little bit on the overall architecture side."

"An option should be provided to disable the flow and dual-mode since those are not used often by the developers, and hence take up extra space on the screen."

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"There are many things that need to be improved. The security needs to be improved."

"The technical support could be better. We suffer from language barriers, as we are in Argentina."

"There are newer AWS services such as Lambda or Security Hub that security analysts use to detect malicious traffic or alerts, but the integration is not available for these, so we still rely on custom scripting because there are no options for drag-and-drop with these newer services."

"We aren't completely satisfied with the stability; the system can slow down and the program occasionally crashes and closes."

"I would like to see some better web automation, a wizard like the one in the product WinAutomation would be very nice."

"I believe we need to test various OCR tools that assist in evaluating, let's say, six different customer resyncs. We analyze their spending patterns and documentations, but current OCR support has limitations, requiring highly standardized documents, which isn't always the case. With a more advanced OCR system, we could improve processes related to credit risk management and legal matters. We're exploring how to integrate Fortra's Automate with our CRM platform, taking cues from instances where Salesforce seamlessly merged with Automate. However, we use a different CRM, Insight for New Enterprise, and we're seeking ways to connect the automation process within our CRM. We aim for the automation to continue smoothly, even in instances where traditional automation methods might face hurdles."

"If Fortra's Automate could add more logging in jobs, that could be helpful."

"Areas for improvement in Automate would be a more modern web-based workflow designer, an enhanced real-time monitoring dashboard, and built-in API integration tools for REST and SOAP."

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"An additional feature I'm looking for in Robocorp is SAP automation."

"Robocorp is still in development, so most of the keywords are a bit confusing. I have to alter lots of automation steps between processing and development. However, Selenium is due for an update soon, and Robcorp is addressing some of the limitations caused by the previous Selenium version."

"The standard libraries in Robocorp should be more advanced."

"It would be better if it were more user-friendly for non-technical users. It would be better if they had some drag-and-drop features to create logic."

"The deployment process is complex and not straightforward, especially for legacy modernization."

"The platform's documentation could be better."

"There are certain libraries in Python, such as those dealing with PDF automation and word files, that require the presence of certain external dependencies in the environment to be successfully used."

"We would also like an integrated PDF reader and better integration with custom solutions. The built-in Excel customization is limited, but we can still accomplish what we want using Python. We must rely on Python to customize processes in Robocorp. I don't know about the latest IDE from Robocorp, but the old one doesn't have a lot of activities."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Roughly, as of today, it is around $250,000 annually."

"Our advice is that anybody interested in this product should negotiate product bundles in order to reduce the cost of installation and setup."

"Pricing is affordable and I would recommend beginning with the Starter Package."

"Automation Anywhere is thought to be quite expensive, especially for smaller organizations."

"The setup cost depends on multiple factors, so you need to get details before choosing."

"We are not receiving the right information about their features, e.g. Automation Anywhere University, or anything that they are selling. They need to improve their documentation."

"The cloud-based version comes at an increased cost, although our clients are happy with the new features and have not complained about the pricing."

"When you compare the cost of Automation Anywhere with UiPath and Blue Prism, those others are much less. Licensing-wise, UiPath wins the deal."

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"From a distributor's perspective, one of the biggest selling points of Automate is its price point."

"I like the way this solution is priced because you can buy a license, or you can buy the software outright."

"It has gone up in price. The price of Fortra's Automate has increased since we first started using it. It does a lot but also costs a lot. It was a lot more affordable before Fortra owned the software."

"Once you buy the software, you just pay for the support for backend help."

"It comes with a package that costs approximately $20,000 USD per year."

"From a distributor's side, one of the biggest selling points is its price point. Without going into any numbers, compared to UiPath, Automation Anywhere, and Blue Prism, we're significantly cheaper. The main difference is that other competitors usually charge you per process. However, in Automate's case, it's priced per bot. So, a bot can run multiple processes at the same time, but you are only priced for a single bot."

"The cost is a bit high for a small business like ours, but we manage with Fortra's Automate."

"I'm only involved in running the product and maintaining the systems, so I can't speak to the cost."

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"It's a cost-effective solution."

"The product has good pricing."

"The price is cheaper than other competitors. I would rate the cost as one out of five."

"You don't have to pay for the license. You have to pay for the time you use it."

"In terms of licenses, there is a return on investment in that area."

"The solution is a very affordable price."

"Robocorp is much better in terms of pricing compared to UiPath."

"The pricing is fine."

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Top Industries

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Outsourcing Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

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Computer Software Company

Manufacturing Company

17%

Financial Services Firm

15%

Computer Software Company

10%

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Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Small Business	161
Midsize Enterprise	82
Large Enterprise	558

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Small Business	33
Midsize Enterprise	14
Large Enterprise	11

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Small Business	6
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	4

Questions from the Community

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It depends on your use case. Is it simply to automate a couple of processes? Is it to augment a human team? AA is ver...

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It is a highly preferred RPA tool. You can check my Automation Anywhere Review to know more.

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The setup cost is free, but I believe it is a little expensive.

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Also Known As

Automation Anywhere, Testing Anywhere, Automation Anywhere Enterprise, Agentic Process Automation System (Now Certified for WorkSpaces)

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Overview

Automation Anywhere offers ease of use, robust system connectivity, and GenAI-driven document automation through a cloud-native platform, significantly enhancing productivity across multiple industries with advanced AI features.

Delivering a comprehensive suite of tools designed for easy integration and rapid deployment, Automation Anywhere drives efficiency by reducing costs and automating repetitive tasks. Its cloud-native platform supports broad industry adoption, including advanced AI features like process automation and Co-Pilot, streamlining complex workflows with minimal technical skills required. Users benefit from robust integration capabilities, which facilitate seamless interaction with multiple systems. However, there is room for improvement in areas such as user-friendliness for beginners, stability, flexible licensing, and enhanced OCR functionality. Organizations in sectors such as banking, finance, manufacturing, and healthcare gain from the improved operational efficiency and ROI Automation Anywhere offers.

What are the important features of Automation Anywhere?

Ease of Use: Simplifies automation tasks with a user-centric interface.
Robust Connectivity: Provides seamless integration with multiple systems.
GenAI-Driven Document Automation: Leverages AI to automate document management.
Process Automation & Co-Pilot: Enhances workflow automation with advanced AI.
Cloud-Native Platform: Enables rapid deployment and integration.

What benefits should be evaluated in reviews?

Time Savings: Automation drastically reduces manual processing time.
Cost Efficiency: Decreases overall operational costs by automating tasks.
Productivity Enhancement: Streamlines workflows with AI-driven tools.
Improved Integration: Enhances ability to work with multiple systems.
Scalability: Supports growth with a flexible cloud-native architecture.

In the insurance industry, Automation Anywhere is utilized for automating processes such as enrollment management and compliance checks. Its applications extend to supply chain management, financial transactions, and business performance monitoring across sectors like banking, finance, manufacturing, and healthcare, helping organizations to automate routine tasks, improve efficiency, and reduce costs.

Automation Anywhere

Fortra's Automate offers a user-friendly platform for task automation, featuring a drag-and-drop interface that aids in scheduling, file management, and integrating with services like Azure and AWS.

Fortra's Automate provides substantial ease in automating complex tasks through its intuitive design. It offers seamless integration capabilities, especially with Azure and AWS, and comes equipped with strong error handling. Cost-effective and requiring minimal coding, it supports a broad range of industries by effectively automating tasks such as HR operations, invoice management, and data processing across servers.

What features stand out in Fortra's Automate?

Drag-and-Drop Interface: Simplifies task setup and automation without deep coding expertise.
Scheduling and File Management: Ensures efficient, automated handling of tasks and file transfers.
Integration Capabilities: Works with platforms like Azure and AWS for enhanced performance.
Error Handling: Offers solid solutions to manage and resolve task execution errors.
Minimal Coding: Facilitates automation with limited coding requirements, broadening accessibility.

What benefits should users consider in reviews?

Cost-Effectiveness: Provides affordable licensing options for diverse businesses.
Operational Efficiency: Enhances productivity by automating repetitive tasks, reducing manual errors.
Versatility: Adapts well across sectors like banking, healthcare, and transportation.
Robust Support: Offers extensive assistance with automation features.
IT Compatibility: Easily integrates into existing IT infrastructures.

In industries such as healthcare and transportation, Fortra's Automate facilitates the automation of client management, HR operations, and data processing, boosting efficiency. Banks utilize it for managing extensive invoice workflows, while distribution sectors rely on its capabilities for insurance checks and system support. Its applicability across servers makes it a valuable tool for any sector seeking to reduce manual workload and improve task accuracy.

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Robocorp offers a developer-friendly platform that integrates Python-based RPA solutions for seamless deployment and fast processing, enhancing automation efforts across industries.

Robocorp's strength lies in its API-based deployment, robust debugging, and Python architecture, making it easy to integrate with third-party applications. Users value its affordability and enhanced development style, supporting custom libraries and efficient data management. Challenges include a need for simplified navigation, better IP handling, and region selection options. Improvements are desired in CPU storage consumption and overall stability, with calls for more external package integration, intuitive IDE, and drag-and-drop features. Deployment, documentation, and library enhancements are priorities for better end-user support, including advanced SAP automation capabilities.

What are the key features of Robocorp?

Seamless Deployment: Easily deploy RPA processes through APIs.
Python-Based Architecture: Leverage Python for automation tasks.
Custom Libraries: Create tailored libraries for specific needs.
Separate Billing: Flexibility in client billing arrangements.
Data Management: Efficient handling of sensitive information.

What benefits do users typically highlight in reviews?

Affordability: Cost-effective solution for businesses.
Fast Processing: Quick execution of automated processes.
Developer Friendly: Easy integration with existing systems.
Flexible Orchestration: Enhanced control over automation tasks.

Robocorp supports diverse industry applications, primarily in RPA process development for insurance, financial services, and banking portal management. It also caters to test automation, data processing, payroll management, and cloud-based deployments. The platform's open-source library, Python integration, and cross-platform support facilitate tasks like data entry, invoice and order processing, and ETL operations, generating valuable financial insights efficiently and at scale.

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Sample Customers

Google, Linkedin, Cisco, Juniper Networks, DellEMC, Comcast, Mastercard, Quest Diagnostics

Aldergrove Financial Group, Preferred Health Professionals, Mindbeam Technologies, First Credit Union in British Columbia, Vestcom International, Prime Liberty Benefits, University of Tampa, CNLBancshares, World Precision Instruments, BJ's Restaurants, Globe Pequot Press, Accudata Technologies, Norton Healthcare, Pacific Toxicology Laboratories

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