Comparison
Alternative to Microsoft Power Automate
Independence from the Microsoft ecosystem
In a nutshell
Power Automate is powerful if you are 100% Microsoft. Otherwise, n8n + JAIKIN offers greater flexibility and independence.
Why look for a Power Automate alternative?
Power Automate works very well within the Microsoft ecosystem, but:
**Microsoft lock-in** — Only optimal if you use M365, Dynamics, Azure...
**Limited third-party connectors** — Integrations outside Microsoft are often basic.
**Complex licensing** — Partially included in M365, but premium connectors are expensive.
Comparison with Microsoft Power Automate
| Criterion | Microsoft Power Automate | JAIKIN + n8n |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Included with M365 (basic) or €15/user/month (premium) | Company-wide package, not per user |
| Flexibility | Excellent with Microsoft, limited elsewhere | Agnostic, connects everything |
| GDPR Compliance | Azure EU available | Self-hosted wherever you choose |
| Support | Standard Microsoft support | Dedicated expert + strategy |
| Scalability | Scales with Microsoft licences | Independent scaling |
Choose JAIKIN if...
- You are not 100% Microsoft
- You want to avoid vendor lock-in
- Your premium connectors cost too much
Stay with Microsoft Power Automate if...
- You are fully committed to Microsoft
- Power Automate is already included in your licences
- Your needs are Microsoft-only
Migration from Microsoft Power Automate
1
Audit
Analysis of your current workflows and identification of improvements
2
Migration
Progressive transfer with zero service disruption
3
Support
Post-migration guidance and continuous optimisation