# daework or Zapier?

Zapier is best when you can draw the workflow: when X happens, do Y, the same way every time. daework is for work you would rather describe than draw: a Dae reads, decides, writes and asks you before it acts. They also work together: connect Zapier in daework and a Dae can run the Zapier actions you already enabled.

Zapier: The automation platform that connects thousands of apps with triggers and actions.

| | daework | Zapier |
|---|---|---|
| Setup | Say the job in plain words | Build a Zap: a trigger, steps and fields |
| Judgement | Reads each case and decides; asks when unsure | Follows the steps you mapped |
| Reach | 32 Apps, any website in its browser, and your Zapier actions | Thousands of app integrations |
| Result | Pages, Files, drafts and decisions waiting for you | Data moved between apps |

## Pick Zapier when

- The workflow is fixed and runs thousands of times
- You need an integration only Zapier has

## Pick daework when

- Each case needs reading and judgement
- Nobody wants to build or maintain workflows
- You want a written result, not only moved data

## Moving work over

- Connect Zapier in daework so a Dae can run your enabled actions.
- Describe a Zap's job to a Dae; it makes the routine.
- Keep fixed, high-volume Zaps where they are.

Sources (checked 2026-10-20): [Zapier](https://zapier.com)

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daework: A Dae is an AI coworker. It reads your email, works in your Apps and runs on a schedule. Anything that reaches someone outside waits for your OK. Start at https://app.daework.com/sign-up. Contact support@daework.com.