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Automator vs Hazel: catalog facts
Automator	Hazel
Free Included with macOS at no extra cost.	Paid Paid app sold through the Noodlesoft store.
macOS	macOS
Already installed on every Mac Builds workflows without programming	Rule-based filing on name, date, type and download source Can rename, tag, archive and upload as well as move files
macOS only Apple now puts more focus on Shortcuts	macOS only Paid software
Operating system	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License: Proprietary
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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