Make vs Roam Research

Make and Roam Research are two of the most popular tools in the productivity category, but they take different approaches to solving the same problems. Make, developed by Make (founded 2012), is described as "visual automation platform for complex workflows.". Meanwhile, Roam Research by Roam Research (founded 2017) "note-taking tool for networked thought with bi-directional links.". In terms of overall user satisfaction, Make edges ahead with a rating of 4.3/5.0, compared to Roam Research's 4.2/5.0 — a difference of 0.1 points. Make's strongest advantages include more powerful than zapier, cheaper, while Roam Research is praised for pioneered networked notes. Both tools are priced around $9/mo, so cost isn't a differentiator here — the decision comes down to capabilities rather than budget. Neither tool is perfect: Make's main drawbacks include steeper learning curve, can be confusing, while Roam Research users typically cite expensive as its biggest limitation. However, Make has an edge in complex automation, which might be the tiebreaker if that's important to you. In terms of target audience, Make is particularly popular among technical users and developers, while Roam Research tends to attract researchers and academics. Our verdict: Make holds a slight edge, but the gap is narrow enough that both tools are worth trying. Start with the free tier of each and see which fits your workflow better.