Can it connect to Salesforce?

Technically yes, but why would you?

IFTTT Review

★ 3.7

Consumer-grade automation for things like 'Turn on the lights when I get home.' Too simple for business workflows. $3.99/month for Pro.

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IFTTT pioneered simple automation for consumers. Here's how it fits in 2024's automation landscape.

The Pioneer's Position

IFTTT ("If This Then That") created the consumer automation category. While Zapier and Make serve businesses, IFTTT's bread-and-butter remains smart home and personal productivity.

Key Features

Applets (Pre-built Automations)

One-click enable from thousands of pre-configured automations. No setup required for common use cases.

Smart Home Focus

Strong integration with IoT devices—Philips Hue, Nest, Ring, smart speakers. Perfect for home automation.

Simple Interface

The simplest automation tool to use. No learning curve—pick a trigger, pick an action, done.

Mobile App

Excellent mobile experience for managing automations on the go. Location-based triggers work seamlessly.

Limitations to Consider

Single action limit: Free plan allows only 1 trigger → 1 action per applet
No multi-step workflows: Not designed for complex business processes
Slow execution: Free tier may have 15-60 minute delays
Business integrations: Limited compared to Zapier for business apps

Pricing

Free

2 applets
Single-step only
Standard speed

Pro+

$14.99/mo

Unlimited applets
Multi-action applets
Faster polling

Who Is This For?

Good Fit:

Smart home enthusiasts
Personal productivity automation
Non-technical users wanting simplicity

Probably Not For:

Business workflow automation
Complex multi-step processes
Time-sensitive automation needs

The Bottom Line

IFTTT remains excellent for smart home and simple personal automations. For business use cases, look at Zapier or Make instead—they're built for that purpose.

Frequently asked questions

Is it free?: There is a limited free tier.
Can it connect to Salesforce?: Technically yes, but why would you?