ETL/ELT has been transformed by the modern data stack: extract/load tools (Fivetran, Airbyte, Stitch, Hightouch) load raw data into warehouses; transformation happens in SQL via dbt. Traditional all-in-one ETL is increasingly legacy. ## Top 3 ETL & data pipelines tools 1. [MuleSoft](https://toolradar.com/tools/mulesoft) #1 Top pick Unify apps, data, and devices across cloud and on-premisePricingContact sales4.4 /5 across SourceForge, G2 and Capterra · 1,468 ratings, Sep 2026Our takeBest overall[Read the review](https://toolradar.com/tools/mulesoft) 2. [Boomi](https://toolradar.com/tools/boomi) #2 Integration platform and iPaaSPricingUsage-based4.4 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 779 ratings, Sep 2026[Read the review](https://toolradar.com/tools/boomi) 3. [Qlik](https://toolradar.com/tools/qlik) #3 AI-powered analytics and robust data integration solutions for enterprise organizations.Starting priceFrom $300 /moCheapest paid plan, monthly, as of October 20264.4 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 1,191 ratings, Sep 2026[Read the review](https://toolradar.com/tools/qlik) ## 10 top ETL & data pipelines tools compared | Tool | Our take | Starting price (Oct 2026) | Rating | Watch out for | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [MuleSoft](https://toolradar.com/tools/mulesoft) | Best overall | Price: Contact sales | 4.4 out of 5, from 1,468 ratings across SourceForge, G2 and Capterra G2 4.4 · Capterra 4.4 | Watch out: Overage fees for exceeding Automation Credits | | [Boomi](https://toolradar.com/tools/boomi) | | Price: Usage-based | 4.4 out of 5, from 779 ratings across G2 and Capterra G2 4.4 · Capterra 4.4 | Watch out: Boomi Message overage fees can escalate quickly. | | [Qlik](https://toolradar.com/tools/qlik) | | Price: $300/mo | 4.4 out of 5, from 1,191 ratings across G2 and Capterra G2 4.4 · Capterra 4.5 | Watch out: Standard tier requires 20 full users minimum. | | [Skyvia](https://toolradar.com/tools/skyvia) | Best free tier | Price: Free + paid | 4.8 out of 5, from 437 ratings across G2 and Capterra G2 4.8 · Capterra 4.9 | Watch out: Potential for overage if not on unlimited plans | | [Logstash](https://toolradar.com/tools/logstash) | | Price: Free | 4.6 out of 5, from 553 ratings across SourceForge and G2 G2 4.4 · SourceForge 5.0 | n/a | | [Fivetran](https://toolradar.com/tools/fivetran) | | Price: $500/mo | 4.3 out of 5, from 855 ratings across G2 and Capterra G2 4.3 · Capterra 4.4 | Watch out: Usage-based pricing on MAR can lead to overages | | [Jitterbit](https://toolradar.com/tools/jitterbit) | | Price: Not published | 4.5 out of 5, from 629 ratings on G2 G2 4.5 | Watch out: Overage fees for exceeding transaction limits | | [Cleo](https://toolradar.com/tools/cleo) | Most affordable | Price: $2.99/mo | 4.6 out of 5, from 533 ratings on G2 G2 4.6 | n/a | | [SnapLogic](https://toolradar.com/tools/snaplogic) | | Price: Not published | 4.1 out of 5, from 481 ratings across Trustpilot, TrustRadius, PeerSpot and more G2 4.4 · PeerSpot 3.9 | Watch out: Potential for high minimum contract values. | | [Census](https://toolradar.com/tools/census) | | Price: $800/mo | 4.4 out of 5, from 406 ratings across G2 and SourceForge G2 4.5 · SourceForge 4.3 | n/a | ## ETL & Data Pipelines pricing compared | Tool | Cheapest paid plan | Free plan | Billing basis | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [MuleSoft](https://toolradar.com/tools/mulesoft) | Cheapest paid plan: Not published | Free plan: No | Billing: Not published | | [Boomi](https://toolradar.com/tools/boomi) | Cheapest paid plan: Not published | Free plan: No | Billing: Not published | | [Qlik](https://toolradar.com/tools/qlik) | Cheapest paid plan: Starter, $300/mo (billed yearly) | Free plan: No | Billing: Billed yearly | | [Skyvia](https://toolradar.com/tools/skyvia) | Cheapest paid plan: Not published | Free plan: Yes | Billing: Not published | | [Logstash](https://toolradar.com/tools/logstash) | Cheapest paid plan: No paid plan | Free plan: Yes | Billing: Free | | [Fivetran](https://toolradar.com/tools/fivetran) | Cheapest paid plan: Standard, $500/mo | Free plan: No | Billing: Billed monthly | | [Jitterbit](https://toolradar.com/tools/jitterbit) | Cheapest paid plan: Not published | Free plan: No | Billing: Not published | | [Cleo](https://toolradar.com/tools/cleo) | Cheapest paid plan: Grow, $2.99/mo | Free plan: No | Billing: Billed monthly | | [SnapLogic](https://toolradar.com/tools/snaplogic) | Cheapest paid plan: Not published | Free plan: No | Billing: Not published | | [Census](https://toolradar.com/tools/census) | Cheapest paid plan: Growth, $800/mo | Free plan: Yes | Billing: Billed monthly | Toolradar pricing data, last verified October 2026. Prices are the cheapest paid plan converted to a monthly figure; "Not published" means the vendor publishes no price for a self-serve paid plan. 4 of 10 tools publish a paid price; median cheapest paid plan $400/mo. Toolradar data ## The ETL & data pipelines tools market in numbers **Toolradar data:** Toolradar tracks 111 ETL & data pipelines tools as of November 2, 2026. 60% of the ETL & data pipelines tools on Toolradar are free, freemium or open source. The median cheapest paid plan for ETL & data pipelines tools is $180/mo, across the 31 that publish a price. Toolradar re-checked the pricing of 78% of ETL & data pipelines tools in the last 90 days. Toolradar aggregates 12,423 public user reviews (G2, Capterra, Trustpilot and other review sites) across 69 rated ETL & data pipelines tools. The most cross-shopped ETL & data pipelines tool is Informatica, listed as an alternative to 34 other tools on Toolradar. The most compared ETL & data pipelines tool on Toolradar over the last 90 days is Meltano, with 167 side-by-side comparisons. Computed from the Toolradar catalog and on-site activity. - 111 ETL & data pipelines tools tracked - 60% are free, freemium or open source - $180/mo median cheapest paid plan, across the 31 ETL & data pipelines tools that publish one - 78% of prices re-checked in the last 90 days - 12,423 public user reviews aggregated across 69 rated tools | Rank | Tool | Listed as an alternative to | | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | [Informatica](https://toolradar.com/tools/informatica) | 34 tools | | 2 | [Fivetran](https://toolradar.com/tools/fivetran) | 32 tools | | 3 | [Stitch](https://toolradar.com/tools/stitch-data) | 30 tools | | Rank | Tool | Comparisons | | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | [Meltano](https://toolradar.com/tools/meltano) | 167 | | 2 | [Informatica](https://toolradar.com/tools/informatica) | 154 | | 3 | [Airbyte](https://toolradar.com/tools/airbyte) | 140 | Source and method: [live ETL & data pipelines tools statistics](https://toolradar.com/statistics/etl-data-pipelines) ## ETL & Data Pipelines leaderboards from Toolradar data Toolradar ranks ETL & Data Pipelines tools on one measure at a time, only where at least 8 tools have data. As of Nov 2026. CSV download of these ETL & Data Pipelines leaderboards, licensed CC BY 4.0 ### Lowest entry price, plans with no stated unit Cheapest standard paid plan per month (annual prices divided by 12), read on vendor pages and compared only with tools priced on the same basis. Counted among 26 tools with no stated price unit, verified price. | # | Tool | Entry plan | | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | [Cleo](https://toolradar.com/tools/cleo) | $2.99/mo, billed monthly | | 2 | [Import.io](https://toolradar.com/tools/import-io) | $9/mo, billed monthly | | 3 | [Airbyte](https://toolradar.com/tools/airbyte) | $10/mo, billed monthly | | 3 | [Dagster](https://toolradar.com/tools/dagster) | $10/mo, billed monthly | | 5 | [Supermemory](https://toolradar.com/tools/supermemory) | $19/mo, billed monthly | A position exists only when at least 8 tools have data for that metric. 26 of 111 ETL & Data Pipelines tools have a verified price; the others publish none we could read (often "contact sales"). Advertising and placement fees are not inputs to any position. Visit counts include visits from every source. [How we compute this](https://toolradar.com/how-we-rate#toolradar-data). Cite this: Toolradar, “ETL & Data Pipelines leaderboards”, Nov 2026. Data licensed CC BY 4.0. [All ETL & Data Pipelines statistics](https://toolradar.com/statistics/etl-data-pipelines). ## How the top ETL & data pipelines tools compare 3 of the 10 ETL & data pipelines tools listed here have a free plan (Skyvia, Logstash, Census); the other 7 (MuleSoft, Boomi, Qlik, Fivetran, Jitterbit, Cleo, SnapLogic) are paid only. Teams on a budget should start with Skyvia, our free pick. Rankings are computed from G2/Capterra review volume and rating, and media mentions. [Editorial policy](https://toolradar.com/editorial-policy) ## Top ETL & data pipelines tools Order: Toolradar ranking score, which is the public review volume times the average rating on G2, Capterra, Trustpilot and other review sites, plus media mentions (recent ones count more). Paid placements are labelled and never change the score. [How we rank](https://toolradar.com/how-we-rate). ### MuleSoft Paid Unify apps, data, and devices across cloud and on-premise 4.4 /5 across SourceForge, G2 and Capterra · 1,468 ratings, Sep 2026 MuleSoft Anypoint Platform is an enterprise integration and API management platform owned by Salesforce. It connects applications, data sources, and devices across on-premise and cloud environments through a unified architecture. The platform includes API design, development, and governance tools alongside pre-built connectors for hundreds of systems including Salesforce, SAP, Workday, and AWS. MuleSoft Composer provides low-code integration for business teams, while Robotic Process Automation (RPA) handles legacy system workflows. Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) extracts data from unstructured documents using AI. The platform also supports AI agent development through MuleSoft for Agentforce. Used by enterprises for digital transformation, it is the market leader in integration platforms, though its pricing starts at $57,000/year, making it suitable for mid-market to enterprise organizations. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/mulesoft) [Visit website](https://www.mulesoft.com/) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used MuleSoft? Rate it - Pro: Most comprehensive enterprise integration platform on the market - Pro: Massive library of pre-built connectors accelerates implementation - Pro: Deep Salesforce ecosystem integration as a native product - Con: Steep learning curve, requires significant technical expertise to configure - Con: Complex licensing model based on usage credits and API calls Weak value The usage-based model with 'Automation Credits' can lead to unpredictable costs for high-volume users. Watch out Overage fees for exceeding Automation Credits ### Boomi Paid Integration platform and iPaaS 4.4 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 779 ratings, Sep 2026 Boomi is an enterprise integration platform (iPaaS) that connects applications, data, and workflows across cloud and on-premise environments. Its low-code interface supports API management, EDI/B2B integration, event-driven architectures, and AI agent orchestration through 30,000+ pre-built connectors. Boomi serves mid-market to enterprise organizations that need to unify SaaS tools, legacy systems, and data pipelines without heavy custom development. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/boomi) [Visit website](https://boomi.com/) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used Boomi? Rate it - Pro: Massive connector library covers virtually any SaaS or legacy system - Pro: Low-code interface reduces development time - Pro: Unified platform spans integration, API, MDM, and automation - Con: Enterprise pricing is opaque and negotiation-based - Con: Steep learning curve for advanced integration patterns Fair value Boomi's pricing is expensive for small businesses, with the Pay-as-You-Go plan starting at $99/month plus $0.05 per Boomi Message, which can quickly add up. Watch out Boomi Message overage fees can escalate quickly. ### Qlik Paid AI-powered analytics and robust data integration solutions for enterprise organizations. 4.4 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 1,191 ratings, Sep 2026 Qlik provides a unified platform for data integration, AI, and analytics, designed to help enterprise organizations make smarter decisions faster. The platform offers Qlik Cloud Analytics for powerful, AI-driven analytics, enabling users to explore data, create dashboards, and uncover insights. With Qlik Answers, users can ask questions about their data and find new connections, while automated reports and third-party app integrations streamline actions. Qlik Talend Cloud delivers trusted data across organizations, facilitating faster data-driven projects and more efficient operations. It supports moving enterprise data on-premises or to the cloud, transforming data to keep it accurate and secure, and streamlining end-to-end data management with high-quality, curated data. Qlik also specializes in accelerating AI transformation by combining trusted data with built-in AI for smarter insights, custom predictive models, and intelligent experiences. The platform offers extensive data connectors, including specialized integrations for AWS, SAP, and mainframe data, ensuring real-time data delivery and analytics readiness. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/qlik) [Visit website](https://qlik.com) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used Qlik? Rate it - Pro: Powerful BI platform - Pro: Associative engine - Pro: Good analytics - Con: Expensive - Con: Learning curve Fair value Qlik's pricing is on the higher side, especially for smaller teams. Watch out Standard tier requires 20 full users minimum. ### Skyvia Free plan No-code data integration for 200+ apps and databases 4.8 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 437 ratings, Aug 2026 Skyvia is a no-code data integration platform that helps data-driven teams move, transform, and activate data across 200+ SaaS applications, databases, file storages, and data warehouses. It supports ETL/ELT, Reverse ETL, synchronization, workflow automation, and live data access from a single platform. Teams can build end-to-end data warehouse pipelines, replicate operational data to Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift, and other destinations, transform data, and send it back to business applications. Visual configuration, automatic schema drift handling, and per-object run logs with failure alerts keep pipelines running without a dedicated data engineer. Volume-based pricing makes Skyvia suitable for both straightforward integrations and enterprise data workflows. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/skyvia) [Visit website](https://skyvia.com/) [Skyvia alternatives →](https://toolradar.com/alternatives/skyvia) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used Skyvia? Rate it - Pro: Easiest to Use ETL Tool on G2 - Pro: 200+ pre-built connectors for apps, databases, and warehouses - Pro: ETL/ELT, Reverse ETL, sync, and orchestration in one platform - Con: Polling-based scheduling, one-minute minimum on certain plans - Con: Learning curve for complex multi-step transformations Good value Skyvia's pricing is generally fair, especially for its entry-level paid plans. Watch out Potential for overage if not on unlimited plans ### Logstash 100% free Ingest, transform, and send data with 200+ plugins 4.6 /5 across SourceForge and G2 · 553 ratings, Sep 2026 Logstash is an open-source data processing pipeline that ingests, transforms, and sends data. Part of the Elastic Stack alongside Elasticsearch and Kibana. 200+ plugins connect to data sources and destinations. Filter and enrich logs in real-time. Scale horizontally for high-volume data. The ETL pipeline for log and event data. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/logstash) [Visit website](https://www.elastic.co/logstash) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used Logstash? Rate it - Pro: Flexible pipelines - Pro: Many inputs/outputs - Pro: Part of ELK stack - Con: Resource intensive - Con: JVM overhead Great value Logstash's pricing is exceptionally generous as it is entirely free and open-source. ### Fivetran Paid Automated data integration and ELT 4.3 /5 across G2 and Capterra · 855 ratings, Sep 2026 Fivetran moves data from sources to warehouses automatically. Connect your tools, data flows to your warehouse-ELT that handles the extraction and loading so you can focus on transformation. The connector catalog is extensive. Updates happen automatically. Schema changes are handled gracefully. Data teams wanting reliable data movement without building pipelines choose Fivetran for managed ELT. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/fivetran) [Visit website](https://fivetran.com) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used Fivetran? Rate it - Pro: Best data integration - Pro: Many connectors - Pro: Fully managed - Con: Very expensive - Con: Per-row pricing Fair value Fivetran's pricing is expensive, especially considering the base 'Standard' tier starts at $500/month for 1M MAR, which can quickly escalate. Watch out Usage-based pricing on MAR can lead to overages ### Jitterbit Paid Connect enterprise systems with AI-infused low-code integration 4.5 /5 on G2 · 629 ratings, Sep 2026 Jitterbit is an enterprise integration platform as a service (iPaaS) that combines data orchestration, workflow automation, API management, and low-code app development on its Harmony platform. It uses AI-infused automation to connect disparate enterprise systems including ERP, CRM, HCM, and ecommerce platforms without extensive coding. The platform supports EDI, real-time and batch integrations, and pre-built connectors for Salesforce, SAP, NetSuite, and hundreds of other enterprise applications. Jitterbit targets mid-market to large enterprises needing to modernize their integration infrastructure. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/jitterbit) [Visit website](https://www.jitterbit.com/) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used Jitterbit? Rate it - Pro: Unified platform covering iPaaS, API management, and app development - Pro: AI-powered automation reduces manual integration work - Pro: Strong enterprise connector library for ERP and CRM systems - Con: No public pricing-requires contacting sales - Con: Steep learning curve for complex enterprise integrations Watch out Overage fees for exceeding transaction limits ### Cleo Paid Automate B2B supply chain data exchange with EDI and APIs 4.6 /5 on G2 · 533 ratings, Sep 2026 Cleo Integration Cloud is a B2B integration platform that helps businesses automate supply chain data exchange through EDI (Electronic Data Interchange), APIs, and other integration protocols. The platform enables companies to connect with trading partners, automate order processing, and orchestrate complex supply chain workflows without manual data entry. The platform supports traditional EDI standards (X12, EDIFACT) alongside modern APIs, enabling businesses to integrate with partners regardless of their technical capabilities. Cleo handles document translation, mapping, and validation, ensuring data flows accurately between disparate systems. The cloud-based architecture provides visibility into all B2B transactions with real-time monitoring and alerts. Cleo serves mid-market and enterprise businesses across retail, manufacturing, logistics, and distribution industries. The platform can be deployed as cloud, hybrid, or private cloud to meet varying security and compliance requirements. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/cleo) [Visit website](https://cleo.com) [Cleo alternatives →](https://toolradar.com/alternatives/cleo) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used Cleo? Rate it - Pro: AI financial assistant app - Pro: Conversational budgeting interface - Pro: Spending insights and tracking - Con: Subscription for premium features - Con: Requires bank account linking Fair value Cleo's pricing structure, ranging from a Free tier to the Builder tier at $14.99/month, appears generous for personal finance management. ### SnapLogic Paid Generative integration platform 4.1 /5 across Trustpilot, TrustRadius, PeerSpot and more · 481 ratings, Sep 2026 SnapLogic is an enterprise integration platform (iPaaS) that connects data, applications, APIs, and AI through a unified cloud-based environment. Its visual drag-and-drop interface enables teams to build ETL/ELT pipelines, automate cross-departmental workflows, and manage APIs without heavy coding. SnapLogic stands out with native AI capabilities including AgentCreator for deploying no-code AI agents and SnapGPT for generative AI-assisted integration design. The platform supports both cloud and on-premises systems across HR, finance, sales, and marketing. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/snaplogic) [Visit website](https://www.snaplogic.com/) [SnapLogic alternatives →](https://toolradar.com/alternatives/snaplogic) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used SnapLogic? Rate it - Pro: Unified platform covering integration, automation, and AI in one place - Pro: No-code AgentCreator lowers the barrier for AI adoption - Pro: 500+ connectors reduce custom development work - Con: Custom enterprise pricing with no published plans - Con: Steep learning curve for advanced orchestration patterns Good value However, the comprehensive feature set, including advanced AI and extensive connectors, suggests it's positioned as an expensive, high-value solution. Watch out Potential for high minimum contract values. 10 ### Census Free plan Sync data from your warehouse to 150+ SaaS tools without code 4.4 /5 across G2 and SourceForge · 406 ratings, May 2026 Census is a reverse ETL platform that syncs data from your warehouse to SaaS tools. Send customer data from Snowflake, BigQuery, or Redshift directly to Salesforce, HubSpot, and 150+ destinations. No engineering required - business teams define syncs visually. Real-time and scheduled syncs keep tools in sync with your source of truth. Turn your data warehouse into the customer data platform you already have. [View details](https://toolradar.com/tools/census) [Visit website](https://getcensus.com) [Census alternatives →](https://toolradar.com/alternatives/census) Thanks, your review is with our moderators.Used Census? Rate it - Pro: Good reverse ETL - Pro: Warehouse native - Pro: Many destinations - Con: Expensive - Con: Learning curve Good value Census's pricing is on the higher end for Reverse ETL, with the Growth tier starting at $800/month. ## Why other ETL & data pipelines tools didn't make our top 10 We evaluated 111 tools in this category and these 20 ranked 11 through 30. They're solid options that fell short on one or two axes (review depth, pricing transparency, feature parity), but worth a look if the leaders don't fit your stack or budget. [PreciselyTrusted data for brilliant AI outcomes and confident business decisions.](https://toolradar.com/tools/precisely)[InformaticaEnterprise data management and integration](https://toolradar.com/tools/informatica)[HevoNo-code data pipeline platform](https://toolradar.com/tools/hevo)[DataddoUnified integration platform for all data movement with no-code syncing and managed data pipelines.](https://toolradar.com/tools/dataddo)[Integrate.ioAutomate data pipelines and transformations for operational analytics and business intelligence.](https://toolradar.com/tools/integrate-io)[SupermetricsAI-powered marketing intelligence platform to connect, analyze, and activate marketing data.](https://toolradar.com/tools/supermetrics)[MatillionData integration for cloud warehouses](https://toolradar.com/tools/matillion)[KeboolaUnify data and AI operations for smarter business decisions and automated insights.](https://toolradar.com/tools/keboola)[AbacumAI-native FP&A platform that works the way finance teams need.](https://toolradar.com/tools/abacum)[Coupler.ioNo-code data integration and AI analytics platform for instant insights from 400+ sources.](https://toolradar.com/tools/coupler-io)[Apache KafkaDistributed event streaming for real-time data pipelines](https://toolradar.com/tools/apache-kafka)[RiveryData integration for cloud warehouses](https://toolradar.com/tools/rivery)[Apache AirflowWorkflow orchestration for data engineering pipelines](https://toolradar.com/tools/apache-airflow)[CoalesceTransform and discover trusted data at scale for AI-ready data teams.](https://toolradar.com/tools/coalesce)[PrefectModern workflow orchestration platform](https://toolradar.com/tools/prefect)[HiveMQStream, contextualize, and analyze real-time operational data to power AI-driven industrial operations.](https://toolradar.com/tools/hivemq)[ImprovadoCentralize, harmonize, and automate your marketing data for AI-powered insights and reporting.](https://toolradar.com/tools/improvado)[ParabolaVisual workflow automation for data tasks](https://toolradar.com/tools/parabola)[PanoplyConnect, store, and analyze all your data in a single cloud data warehouse platform.](https://toolradar.com/tools/panoply)[WindsorConnect any data source, analyze anywhere, and automate ETL/ELT pipelines with no code.](https://toolradar.com/tools/windsor) ## Popular ETL & data pipelines comparisons See how the leading ETL & data pipelines tools stack up head-to-head. - 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Filter to narrow down. ## How to choose ETL & data pipelines software 1. Embrace ELT, not ETLModern stack: load raw data into warehouse (Snowflake, BigQuery, Databricks) via Fivetran/Airbyte, then transform with dbt. Legacy: transform-in-flight via Informatica/Talend. The ELT pattern wins for most teams now. 2. Hosted vs open-sourceHosted (Fivetran, Stitch): set up and forget, expensive at scale. Open-source (Airbyte): cheaper, more work to operate. Match to your data eng team's capacity. 3. Plan for reverse ETLGetting data INTO the warehouse is half the problem. Getting it back out to SaaS tools (CRM, marketing) is reverse ETL, Hightouch, Census, RudderStack. Many teams forget this layer. ## Best ETL & Data Pipelines for - [ETL & Data Pipelines for Startups](https://toolradar.com/best/etl-data-pipelines/for/startups) - [ETL & Data Pipelines for Small Businesses](https://toolradar.com/best/etl-data-pipelines/for/small-businesses) - [ETL & Data Pipelines for Freelancers](https://toolradar.com/best/etl-data-pipelines/for/freelancers) - [ETL & Data Pipelines for Enterprises](https://toolradar.com/best/etl-data-pipelines/for/enterprises) - [ETL & Data Pipelines for Students](https://toolradar.com/best/etl-data-pipelines/for/students) - [ETL & Data Pipelines for Solopreneurs](https://toolradar.com/best/etl-data-pipelines/for/solopreneurs) - [ETL & Data Pipelines for Nonprofits](https://toolradar.com/best/etl-data-pipelines/for/nonprofits) ## How we ranked these ETL & data pipelines tools We rank by real-world signal: G2/Capterra review volume and rating, and media mentions (volume and recency). Pricing is re-checked and the ranking refreshed monthly. Tools evaluated111 With free plan57% Last updatedOctober 2026 Toolradar Research ## The data behind ETL & data pipelines tools First-party analyses built from our full catalog, methodology published. - [Which software categories are actually free](https://toolradar.com/reports/free-software-report-2026) - [What B2B software really costs per month](https://toolradar.com/reports/saas-price-points-2026) - [The most crowded software markets](https://toolradar.com/reports/most-crowded-software-markets-2026) All Toolradar research Ask your AI assistant Toolradar works inside Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor and VS Code. Every price comes with the date it was read on the vendor's page. No API key needed. “What is the best ETL & data pipelines tool for a 5-person team under $50 a month? 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The top 3 ETL & data pipelines tools in 2026, ranked by Toolradar, are: 1) MuleSoft, Unify apps, data, and devices across cloud and on-premise. 2) Boomi, Integration platform and iPaaS. 3) Qlik, AI-powered analytics and robust data integration solutions for enterprise organizations. ### Are there free ETL & data pipelines tools? Yes. Skyvia is our free ETL & data pipelines pick (free plan alongside paid plans). 3 of the 10 tools on this page have a free plan. Among the 111 ETL & data pipelines tools we rank, 63 have a free plan. ### How do I choose the right ETL & data pipelines tool? Start by defining your team size, budget, and must-have features. MuleSoft is our overall ETL & data pipelines pick. Skyvia is our free ETL & data pipelines pick. Compare all 111 options side by side on Toolradar. 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