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Power Automate vs Macro Recorder: catalog facts
Power Automate	Macro Recorder
Freemium Free tier available, with paid plans for premium connectors and higher usage.	Paid Commercial software sold through the developer's pricing page.
Windows, Web	Windows
Desktop flow designer can automate legacy Windows applications, not just web services Backed by deep integration with the Microsoft 365 ecosystem	No coding needed to record macros IF-THEN and repeat logic in macros
Full desktop automation is Windows-only Advanced connectors and higher run volumes require paid licensing	Windows only Paid licence
Downloadable app, Web application	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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