Zoho Creator vs Power Apps: Low-code Apps Compared (2026)
Zoho Creator and Microsoft Power Apps are low-code app builders.
- Verified 13 Nov 2026Sources are dated on this page
- 4 sourcesLinked, typed and dated
- No winner declaredFit depends on your criteria
- Not tested by Stack18Editorial summary of documented facts
Zoho Creator vs Power Apps: the short answer
Zoho Creator and Microsoft Power Apps are low-code app builders. Zoho Creator is priced from $8 per user a month billed annually; Power Apps Premium is $20 per user a month.
Zoho Creator includes native mobile apps, portals and Deluge scripting and connects to Zoho apps. Power Apps is built on Microsoft Dataverse and connects to Microsoft 365, Dynamics and Azure.
We compare what the dated sources support and mark the rest Unknown. No winner is declared: the better fit depends on your size, budget and how you work.
Choose Zoho Creator if you- Want lower per-user pricing
- Use Zoho apps
- Need customer or partner portals
Choose Power Apps if you- Are standardised on Microsoft 365
- Need Dataverse and Azure integration
- Have large seat counts (volume discount)
Zoho Creator and Power Apps at a glance.
One card per product, drawn from each full profile. Open a profile for features, pricing plans, limits and sources.
Zoho Creator
Zoho Corporation · Low-Code Development Platforms
Zoho Creator is a low-code application development platform from Zoho for building custom business apps, workflows, reports, customer portals and native mobile apps with drag-and-drop builders and the Deluge scripting language, priced per user per month.
- Pricing
- Standard reported at $8 per user a month billed annually.
- Best for
- SMBs building internal tools
Power Apps
Microsoft · Low-Code Development Platforms
Microsoft Power Apps is a low-code platform for building business apps on Dataverse, SharePoint and hundreds of connectors, part of Microsoft Power Platform.
- Pricing
- Premium $20 per user a month (annual, unlimited apps); $12 per user at 2,000+ seats; Dataverse capacity $40/GB a month; Developer Plan free (not production).
- Best for
- Microsoft 365 organisations building internal business apps
Zoho Creator vs Power Apps: feature-by-feature comparison.
Every row is drawn from the two profiles and their sources. Rows that differ are marked, and you can filter the table to show only those.
- YesDocumented
- PartialAvailable with limits or on some plans
- NoDocumented as unavailable
- UnknownNot documented in the sources reviewed
| Dimension |  Zoho Creator |  Power Apps |
|---|---|---|
| Product | ||
| Core model | YesZoho Creator is a low-code application development platform from Zoho for building custom business apps, workflows, reports, customer portals and native mobile apps with… | YesMicrosoft Power Apps is a low-code platform for building business apps on Dataverse, SharePoint and hundreds of connectors, part of Microsoft Power Platform. |
| Product type | YesLow-code application platform (SaaS) | YesMicrosoft low-code |
| Vendor | YesZoho Corporation | YesMicrosoft |
| Pricing | ||
| Pricing model | YesPer user, seat or unit | YesPer user, seat or unit |
| Free planDiffers | NoNo | PartialDeveloper Plan (not production) |
| Free trialDiffers | YesYes (15 days, vendor) | UnknownNot documented |
| Starting price | YesStandard reported at $8 per user a month billed annually. | YesPremium $20 per user a month (annual, unlimited apps); $12 per user at 2,000+ seats; Dataverse capacity $40/GB a month; Developer Plan free (not production). |
| Platform and deployment | ||
| PlatformsDiffers | YesWeb, iOS, Android | YesWeb, iOS, Android, Windows |
| Deployment | YesCloud (SaaS) | YesCloud (SaaS) |
| Key integrations | YesZoho CRM, Books and other Zoho apps; REST APIs; Payment gateways (reported) | YesMicrosoft 365; SharePoint; Dataverse |
| Fit | ||
| Team sizeDiffers | YesSmall teams, Mid-size teams | YesSmall teams, Mid-size teams, Large enterprises |
| Best for | YesSMBs building internal tools | YesMicrosoft 365 organisations building internal business apps |
| Built for IndiaDiffers | YesYes, India-focused | UnknownNot flagged as India-specific in its profile |
| AI | ||
| AI featuresDiffers | YesAI features documented on the profile | UnknownNot documented in the sources reviewed |
Zoho Creator vs Power Apps pricing.
Zoho Creator pricing
Per user per month, billed annually or monthly.
- Starting pointStandard reported at $8 per user a month billed annually.
- Free planNo
- Free trialYes (15 days, vendor)
From the Zoho Creator profile. Checked 13 Nov 2026.
All Zoho Creator plans and sources
Power Apps pricing
Per user, seat or unit
- Starting pointPremium $20 per user a month (annual, unlimited apps); $12 per user at 2,000+ seats; Dataverse capacity $40/GB a month; Developer Plan free (not production).
- Free planDeveloper Plan (not production)
- Free trialNot documented
From the Power Apps profile. Checked 11 Nov 2026.
All Power Apps plans and sourcesZoho Creator Standard is $8, Professional $20 and Enterprise $25 per user a month billed annually. Power Apps Premium is $20 per user a month (annual), $12 at 2,000+ seats. Zoho Creator is cheaper at entry.
List prices rarely tell the whole story. Check minimum terms, user or volume minimums, add-ons and taxes such as GST before comparing totals.
Prices and plans change. Confirm current terms with each vendor before you decide.
Zoho Creator vs Power Apps: implementation, ecosystem, AI and security.
Ease of implementation and trials
We did not test setup or migration for either product. Zoho Creator free trial: Yes (15 days, vendor). Power Apps free trial: Not documented. Pilot one real process in each before committing.
Integrations and ecosystem
Zoho Creator: Zoho CRM, Books and other Zoho apps; REST APIs; Payment gateways (reported). Power Apps: Microsoft 365; SharePoint; Dataverse. Check each integration directory for the tools you actually use.
AI capabilities
Zoho Creator documents AI features on its profile. Power Apps does not document AI features in the sources reviewed. We did not test output quality, so run both against a real task before treating AI as a deciding factor.
Deployment, security and administration
Zoho Creator runs as cloud (SaaS); Power Apps runs as cloud (SaaS). We did not review certifications or data residency in detail. Request current security documentation from both vendors if you are regulated.
Zoho Creator and Power Apps: each option, in balance.
Zoho Creator
Strengths and limitations from the profile
- Per-user pricing from $8 a month billed annually.
- Native mobile apps from one build.
- Deluge scripting for complex logic.
- Portals for customers and partners.
- Deluge has a learning curve.
- Advanced templates need HTML and CSS.
- Support is mainly live chat.
- Implementation can cost thousands with partners.
Power Apps
Strengths and limitations from the profile
- Deep Microsoft integration.
- Simple per-user pricing.
- Free Developer Plan.
- Per-user cost adds up.
- Premium connectors.
- Dataverse lock-in.
Zoho Creator or Power Apps: which fits which situation?
No overall winner is declared. The better choice depends on the criteria that matter most to you, so test both against your own requirements.
Choose Zoho Creator if you…
- Want lower per-user pricing
- Use Zoho apps
- Need customer or partner portals
Choose Power Apps if you…
- Are standardised on Microsoft 365
- Need Dataverse and Azure integration
- Have large seat counts (volume discount)
Switching between Zoho Creator and Power Apps.
Apps do not transfer between Zoho Creator and Power Apps. Export data, document app logic and rebuild key apps first.
- Export a sample of your data and test an import into the other product.
- List the automations, integrations and permissions you would need to rebuild.
- Pilot with one team before a full cut-over.
- Check contract terms and notice periods with both vendors.
General guidance, not specific to either vendor. Confirm migration options with the vendors.
Zoho Creator vs Power Apps: questions and answers
What is the difference between Zoho Creator and Power Apps?
Zoho Creator and Microsoft Power Apps are low-code app builders. Zoho Creator is priced from $8 per user a month billed annually; Power Apps Premium is $20 per user a month. Zoho Creator includes native mobile apps, portals and Deluge scripting and connects to Zoho apps.
Is Zoho Creator cheaper than Power Apps?
Yes at entry: Zoho Creator Standard is $8 per user a month billed annually, against $20 for Power Apps Premium.
Which has better mobile apps?
Both build mobile apps. Zoho Creator generates native iOS and Android apps from the same build.
Do they need coding?
Both are low-code. Zoho Creator uses Deluge for advanced logic; Power Apps uses Power Fx formulas.
Which is better for small businesses, Zoho Creator or Power Apps?
Zoho Creator is documented for small teams, mid-size teams; Power Apps for small teams, mid-size teams, large enterprises. Choose Zoho Creator if you want lower per-user pricing; choose Power Apps if you are standardised on Microsoft 365.
What are the alternatives to Zoho Creator and Power Apps?
Both are listed in Stack18’s Low-Code Development Platforms directory. See the Zoho Creator alternatives guide and the Power Apps alternatives guide for sourced shortlists of competitors.
Where this comparison comes from.
- All Zoho Creator Plans & Pricing Costbench Third-party Accessed 13 Nov 2026
- Zoho Creator Software Pricing, Alternatives & More 2026 Capterra Third-party Accessed 13 Nov 2026
- Best Power Apps Alternatives in 2026 (updated 22 August 2026) Rework Third-party Accessed 11 Nov 2026
- Best OutSystems Alternatives in 2026 (26 August 2026) Rework Third-party Accessed 11 Nov 2026
Comparison rows summarise the sources listed and the two profiles. Confirm current details with each vendor. Stack18 has not tested either product.
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