Make vs Hotjar

Full side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, and use cases to help you pick the right tool.

Bottom line: Make is both cheaper and higher-rated - a strong pick for most teams.

Make

Visual automation platform with more power and lower cost than Zapier

4.6 / 5From $9/mo
Hotjar

Behavior analytics with heatmaps, recordings, and user surveys

4.3 / 5From $32/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanMakeHotjar
FreeYesYes
Starter$9/mo$32/mo
Pro$16/mo$80/mo
EnterpriseCustomCustom

Make is cheaper at the Starter tier ($9/mo vs $32/mo).

Feature Matrix

FeatureMakeHotjar
Visual scenario builderYes-
1,000+ app integrationsYes-
Advanced data manipulationYes-
WebhooksYes-
Error handlingYes-
Heatmaps-Yes
Session recordings-Yes
User surveys-Yes
Feedback widgets-Yes
Funnels-Yes

When to Choose Each

Choose Make if you need...

  • +More affordable than Zapier
  • +More powerful data transformations
  • +Visual flow editor
DevelopersAgenciesSolopreneursStartups

Choose Hotjar if you need...

  • +Visual behavior insights
  • +Easy setup
  • +Good for UX research
MarketersDesignersDevelopersStartups

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Make or Hotjar?

Make scores higher in our review (4.6/5 vs 4.3/5). However, Hotjar may be a better fit depending on your specific needs and budget.

Is Make cheaper than Hotjar?

Yes, Make is cheaper at the Starter tier ($9/mo).

What is the difference between Make and Hotjar?

Make focuses on visual scenario builder and 1,000+ app integrations, while Hotjar emphasizes heatmaps and session recordings. Make is best for Developerss, Agenciess, Solopreneurss, Startupss, while Hotjar suits Marketerss, Designerss, Developerss, Startupss.

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