SureTriggers Review: Is It The Ultimate Website Automation Tool?

Automation is the lifeline of most businesses.

It’s not a case of will you embrace automation, it’s a case of when will you embrace it.

Did you know?

• 88% of small business owners say automation enables competition with larger companies
• Automation is projected to expand to $96 billion by 2030, an annual growth rate of 5.4%
• Automating tasks could save about 240 hours per person per year

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If you’re exploring automation, SureTriggers could be the solution you’re looking for. Especially if you work with WordPress.

Our team has been heavily using it for multiple workflows to save hundreds of hours every week!

We designed it to be easier and cheaper than Zapier while providing the same level of features.

Give us a few minutes of your time, and we’ll demonstrate how SureTriggers could be the automation solution you’re looking for.

We’ll show you:

• How SureTriggers works
• Its key benefits
• How it could revolutionize your business

The Pros and Cons of SureTriggers

SureTriggers is a very accomplished automation solution for WordPress.

Like any product, it has strengths and weaknesses:

Pros	Cons
User-friendly: Intuitive interface ideal for those with limited experience.	Limited integrations compared to competitors: Not as extensive as more established platforms.
Versatility: Offers a variety of automation options, from content publishing to social media scheduling and email marketing.	No self-hosted option: No self-hosted option, yet.
Integration: Seamlessly integrates with popular WordPress plugins and third-party services.
Customization: The flexibility to customize automation workflows.
Time-saving: Save valuable time that can be allocated to other tasks.
Free plan: A generous free plan.
Retry failed automations. If automation fails to run, the plugin will try again until it works.

User Reviews

SureTriggers is both functional and user-friendly. Don’t just take our word for it though.

Here are some of its reviews and testimonials:

SureTriggers Pricing: Affordable Automation

SureTriggers is designed to be affordable as well as usable.

Here’s a breakdown of pricing:

The Free Plan

The Free plan is ideal if you need basic automation or want to experiment before you commit.

Feature	Details
Price	Free
Tasks/month	1,000
WordPress websites to connect	1
Number of workflows	5
Data logs	Access up to 3 days
Premium apps	Incorporates a webhook
Additional features	– 500+ app integrations – Pre-built recipes – Automation templates

The Pro Plan

The Pro plan is perfect for small businesses that need multi-step workflows and extended data logging.

Feature	Monthly	Annual	Lifetime
Price	$12/month	$9/month	$399 (one time)
Tasks per month	5,000	5,000	5,000
Connected websites	5	5	5
Number of workflows	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited
Data logs (days)	15	15	15
Premium apps	Included	Included	Included

The Business Plan

The Business plan is ideal for agencies and teams. It offers extended features like priority support, longer data log retention, and a discounted annual rate.

Feature	Monthly	Annual
Price	$24/month	$19/month
Tasks per month	10,000	10,000
Connected websites	Unlimited	Unlimited
Number of workflows	Unlimited	Unlimited
Data logs (days)	30	30
Premium apps	Included	Included
Team members	10	10
Priority support	Yes	Yes

The Lifetime Access Plan

The Lifetime Access plan is ideal for long-term users who want to fully embrace SureTriggers without the annual renewal fee.

Feature	Pro	Business
Price	$399 (one time)	$699 (one time)
Tasks/month	5,000	10,000
Connected websites	5	Unlimited
Number of workflows	Unlimited	Unlimited
Data logs	15	30
Premium apps	Included	Included
Additional features	– Multi-step workflows – Re-execute failed runs automatically	– 10 team members – Priority support

SureTriggers vs Zapier vs Pabbly Connect

Let’s see how SureTriggers holds up against Zapier and Pabbly, two popular automation tools.

1. Pricing

• SureTriggers: Offers a free plan with 100 tasks/month and 3 triggers. Paid plans start at $9/month for 500 tasks and unlimited triggers.
• Zapier: Offers a limited free plan with 5 Zaps (automations) per month and task limits. Paid plans begin at $19/month for 20 Zaps.
• Pabbly: Offers 10 connections (integrations) and limited tasks. Paid plans start at $15/month for 30 connections.

Verdict: SureTriggers wins for affordability, offering more tasks and unlimited triggers at a lower price point.

2. Ease of Use

• SureTriggers: User-friendly interface with drag and drop functionality.
• Zapier: Intuitive interface, making it easy to connect apps.
• Pabbly: A user-friendly interface similar to Zapier.

Verdict: All three platforms are relatively easy to use. While Zapier and Pabbly are relatively straightforward, SureTriggers’ drag and drop approach is easier for beginners.

3. Data Retention

• SureTriggers: Data retention depends on the chosen plan. Higher tiers offer longer storage durations.
• Zapier: The free plan retains data for 7 days. Paid plans offer longer storage periods.
• Pabbly: The data retention policy is unclear and might require contacting support or checking out Pabbly’s forums.

Verdict: SureTriggers offers a clear advantage, especially if you need long-term data storage.

4. Team Collaboration

• SureTriggers: Provides team collaboration features on higher-tier plans.
• Zapier: Offers team collaboration features on most paid plans.
• Pabbly: Team collaboration features are available on some paid plans.

Verdict: All three platforms offer collaboration features for paid plans so it’s a draw here.

5. App Integrations

• SureTriggers: Supports 500+ popular apps and services, focusing on WordPress integration.
• Zapier: Has the most extensive app integrations (6000+).
• Pabbly Connect: Offers 1500+ integrations to various apps and services.

Verdict: Zapier takes the lead on app integrations, followed by Pabbly. However, SureTriggers might work if your needs are primarily WordPress-focused.

Key Automation Features

SureTriggers offers a robust toolkit to automate repetitive tasks and workflows across applications.

Its features and benefits include:

1. User-friendly Visual Builder

Create workflows intuitively by visually connecting triggers (events that initiate automation) and actions (desired outcomes).

No need to code as the canvas automation builder helps with everything.

2. Multi-step Workflows

Build complex automations that involve multiple steps and conditional logic. Perfect when setting up a sequence of actions based on specific criteria.

3. 500+ App Integrations

Seamlessly integrate SureTriggers with popular applications, including CRM platforms, marketing tools, and social networks.

4. Pre-Built Recipes and Automation Templates

Save time by leveraging pre-built automation templates for everyday use cases across applications.

There are a variety of pre-built templates you can use as a starting point.

This introductory tutorial provides deeper insights into setting up SureTriggers, workflows and advanced features.

Working With SureTriggers

Let’s see just how easy it is to work with SureTriggers and set up simple automations.

Follow this tutorial to set up SureTriggers and we’ll walk you through the dashboard.

The Dashboard

Click on the SureTriggers menu in your SureTriggers dashboard.

You should see the following sections:

• Section 1 at the top left shows the list of organizations you belong to.
• Section 2 shows the left configuration menu.
• Section 3 shows the plans that you’re subscribed to.
• Section 4 at the top right indicates your plan and usage. You can adjust your profile settings by clicking the profile icon to the far right.
• Section 5 in the center shows widgets like Let’s Get Started (which helps you create a workflow), Integrations (which shows available integrations), and Active Workflows, Tasks, and Team Members.
• Section 6 at the bottom left shows available recipes that you can use.

Workflows

Click on the Workflow menu item to reveal the workflow screen. You’ll see a list of available workflows and associated column values.

They include Status (whether it’s active or not), Folder (where it’s stored, total runs, and Actions (which allow you to perform actions like delete, clone, share, and view the history).

Folders

The Folders menu enables you to add new folders to arrange workflows.

Click the New Folder button at the top right to add a folder and select a folder to view the workflows assigned to them.

History

The History menu displays log data according to how you interact with triggers and your workflows.

There’s a filter at the top you can use to drill down to see what you want. The duration of a log depends on the plan you choose.

Apps

The Apps menu displays the apps you’ve chosen (probably during setup) and is actively connected to (meaning you’ve logged in to them).

It also indicates the number of connections and workflows for each app and any related apps you can connect to.

Click on the Create New Connection to add a new app.

Recipes

The Recipes menu lists recipes you can work with according to the number of apps you chose in previous steps.

You can search for apps from the top left drop-down menu or the top right search bar.

As you can see, SureTriggers is logically laid out and intuitive to use.

The dashboard has everything covered and makes it easy to find whatever you’re looking for.

Setting up an automation is equally simple.

This video covers setting up automations with SureTriggers better than we could!

SureTriggers Is Here 🎉 The Easiest Automation Builder WordPress Websites & Apps

Final Thoughts

SureTriggers is changing the game in terms of automation and efficiency.

It’s easy to use, uses a simple drag and drop automation builder and helps you automate all kinds of repetitive tasks.

Right now, we’re working hard on diversifying integrations with third-party services to offer more flexibility.

With over 500 (and counting) automations, it’s quickly catching Zapier while outperforming it in ease of use and affordability.

Now, we’d love to hear your thoughts!

What features of SureTriggers appeal to you most? What areas do you think could be improved? Feel free to leave a comment below.

Frequently Asked Questions for SureTriggers

Who Is SureTriggers For?

SureTriggers is beneficial for a wide range of users, including:

• Freelancers and solopreneurs: Automate repetitive tasks to save time and focus on growing your business.
• Marketing teams: Streamline workflows across marketing channels and applications.
• Sales teams: Automate lead nurturing, follow ups, and data management.
• eCommerce businesses: Simplify order processing, customer communication, and inventory management.
• Agencies: Manage client projects more efficiently with automated tasks and reporting.
• WordPress users: Automate tasks specific to your WordPress website, such as content publishing, social media sharing, and user management.

Is SureTriggers Free?

Yes. SureTriggers offers a free plan that allows you to automate up to 1,000 tasks per month, connect one website, and create up to 5 workflows. This is an excellent option for trying out the platform and seeing if it meets your needs.

Is Uncanny Automator Free?

Yes. Uncanny Automator offers a forever-free license. You can use it on your WordPress site for unlimited tasks.

Do I Need Coding Skills to Create Automations?

No, you don’t need to be a coder to use SureTriggers. The visual drag and drop interface lets you connect triggers (events that initiate automation) and actions (desired outcomes) without coding knowledge.

How Does SureTriggers Compare to Platforms Like Zapier?

Both SureTriggers and Zapier are powerful automation tools. Here’s a quick comparison of the two:

• Similarities: User-friendly interfaces, extensive app integrations, and workflow-building functions.
• SureTriggers advantages: Free plan has generous task limits. It also has unlimited workflows in paid plans (Zapier limits vary by plan).
• Zapier advantages: Superior number of total app integrations (as of May 2024).

How Does SureTriggers Compare to WordPress Automation Plugins?

SureTriggers compares favorably to traditional WordPress automation plugins:

• Cloud-based platform: No software installation is required, ensuring better performance and reliability.
• Extensive integrations: It connects to a broader range of applications outside the WordPress ecosystem.
• User-friendly interface: A drag and drop workflow builder simplifies automations.

Is SureTriggers a Cloud-Based Platform, or a WordPress Plugin?

SureTriggers is a cloud-based platform offering a WordPress plugin that connects with your website. The core functionality runs on SureTriggers’ secure servers, ensuring scalability and reliability.

Some of My Apps Are Not Yet Integrated. Can I Submit a Request?

Yes, you can submit a request! If your desired app isn’t currently listed, you can request it from here.