Workflow automation
Bardeen: review, pricing, data and alternatives
Bardeen helps people build prospect lists using information from web pages. It extracts information, enriches lists, qualifies contacts with AI and transfers the resulting data to a spreadsheet. A free tier exists; the first paid plan costs $10 per month. Access and transparency score: 65/100, #7 of 11 in its category.
| Access | 25/30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Openness | 10/30 | |
| Trust | 30/40 |
What is Bardeen?
Bardeen helps people build prospect lists using information from web pages. It extracts information, enriches lists, qualifies contacts with AI and transfers the resulting data to a spreadsheet.
According to its documentation, Bardeen lets you:
- extract information from web pages
- enrich prospect lists
- qualify contacts with AI
- transfer results to a spreadsheet
We file it under Workflow automation, the category of tools to automate tasks between apps, and it also overlaps with sales and prospecting and aI browsers and extensions. The category lists 11 verified tools on this site.
The publisher is Bardeen, Inc., based in United States. The service launched in 2022, which gives it some track record.
Who is it for?
It is mostly useful to these profiles: sales teams, marketers, and freelancers. The need it covers is simple to state: automate tasks between apps.
Bardeen is a good candidate if:
- you want to try before paying
Before deciding, run a trial on a real task and measure the time saved: it is the only criterion that really counts.
How much does Bardeen cost?
Pricing model: freemium (limited free use, then paid). A free plan is offered, usually limited in volume or features.
The first paid plan costs $10 per month (Basic, billed monthly), according to the pricing page, checked on October 24, 2026.
Per month, that is cheaper than the category median ($17.3 per month, based on tools with a published price).
To estimate what the same work would cost done directly with an AI model, use our API price calculator. Prices change often: always check the official site before subscribing.
Data and privacy
According to its privacy policy, data is processed in several regions depending on the plan.
Exporting your content: CSV et transfert vers Google Sheets. Being able to get your data back makes switching tools easier later.
Three habits apply to every AI tool:
- turn off the use of your content for training if the option exists
- use a work account separate from your personal account
- review everything the tool produces before publishing or sending it
Platforms, languages and API
Bardeen runs on: web browser and browser extension.
Interface languages are not specified.
API availability is not documented.
How we scored it
Our 65/100 score does not judge output quality: it measures what can be publicly verified about access to the tool, its openness and how far the publisher can be trusted.
| Criterion | Points | What counts |
|---|---|---|
| Access | 25/30 | free tier, published price, French interface |
| Openness | 10/30 | API, data export, open code |
| Trust | 30/40 | identified publisher, declared hosting, age, presence in reference lists |
The full calculation is explained on our method page.
Comparison with alternatives
Bardeen against other tools in the workflow automation category:
Verdict
Bardeen is a decent option; compare its price and terms with the category leaders.
Strengths
- Free tier to try it
- Cheaper than its category median
- Established since 2022
Alternatives
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bardeen free?
Yes, a free plan exists, with usage limits. The first paid plan costs $10 per month.
Where is Bardeen data stored?
According to the publisher, in several regions depending on the plan.
Does Bardeen have an API?
It is not documented.
What are the alternatives to Bardeen?
In the same category: n8n, Zapier, Hexowatch, and Shotstack Workflows.
Bardeen or n8n: which one to choose?
Bardeen starts at $10 per month, n8n at €20 per month and our score is 65/100 for Bardeen and 78/100 for n8n. Try both on the same task before paying.
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