Browserflow
ActiveOverview
Browserflow is a Chrome extension and web-based tool for no-code web scraping and browser automation. It enables users to record and build flows to automate repetitive tasks such as filling forms, extracting data, downloading files, taking screenshots, and interacting with websites. Targeted at individuals and teams needing to handle web data extraction or workflow automation without programming, it stands out with its visual builder, local browser execution to evade bot detection, and cloud scheduling capabilities.35
Key Features
- Web Scraping - Extract data from websites including HTML tables, single-page apps, infinite feeds, and multiple pages.
- Task Automation - Automate actions on websites like form filling, emailing, and interactions at increased speed without errors.
- Google Sheets Integration - Read from and write to Google Sheets, with automatic updates via scheduled cloud flows.
- Cloud Scheduling - Deploy flows to run automatically in the cloud on schedules from every minute to monthly.
- Screenshots and PDFs - Generate screenshots and PDFs of web pages, plus data backups.
- Local Browser Execution - Run automations in personal browser to handle local workflows and avoid bot detection.
- Visual Flow Builder - No-code interface to record and build automations using a library of built-in commands.
- Community Flows - Access and share community-created automation flows.
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Up to 30 minutes of automation per month. |
| Basic | $19/year | 5 hours per month, cloud scheduling, Google Sheets integration. |
| Professional | $49/mo | Higher limits, advanced features for teams and heavy usage. |
Platforms & Requirements
Browserflow runs as a Chrome browser extension and supports cloud execution via web dashboard. Requires Google Chrome browser; no support for other browsers or desktop/mobile apps mentioned. Minimum requirements are standard for Chrome extensions, with local runs depending on user hardware.35
Integrations & Ecosystem
- Google Sheets
- Zapier (via similar tools mentioned)
- Chrome browser APIs
- Community flow sharing
- API for cloud triggers (inferred from scheduling)
Alternatives
| App | Difference |
|---|---|
| Roborabbit | AI-powered with no-code drag-and-drop and 5,000+ app integrations via Zapier, focused on event triggers. |
| Browserbear | Former name of Roborabbit, emphasizes quick data finding with 30+ browser actions. |
| UI.Vision RPA | Open-source browser automation with image-based recognition and scripting options. |
| Axiom.ai | No-code browser automation with cloud execution and direct integrations. |
Reputation
Browserflow receives positive feedback for its ease of use in no-code automation and scraping, with users praising the visual builder for quick flow creation on Product Hunt and reviews. It is used by companies like Slator and SEO Buddy for web tasks. Criticisms are limited in available data, though dependency on Chrome restricts platform flexibility.148
Sources (8)
- https://sourceforge.net/software/product/Browserflow/
- https://slashdot.org/software/p/Browserflow/
- https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/browserflow-web-scraping/hfjnppljknigdnnpocjjgdcfmnodoafe
- https://www.producthunt.com/products/browserflow
- https://browserflow.app
- https://gigazine.net/gsc_news/en/20211121-browserflow/
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMVPSutFDuY
- https://coldiq.com/tools/browserflow