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Weld vs Etlworks Integrator vs Rows

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Weld vs Etlworks Integrator vs Rows

FeatureWeldEtlworks IntegratorRows
Core Platform
Price
$79 / 5M Active Rows
Credit-based (e.g., ~$0.10 per credit; volume discounts available)
Free; Pro from $39/user/month
Free tier
No
Yes
Yes
Location
DK, (EU)
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
US
Connectors & Sync
Connectors
200+
300+
Extract data (ETL)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sync to HubSpot, Salesforce, Klaviyo, Excel (reverse ETL)
Yes
No
No
Two-Way Sync
Yes
No
No
Transformations & AI
Transformations
Yes
Yes
Yes
AI Assistant
Yes
No
No
dbt Core Integration
Yes
No
No
dbt Cloud Integration
Yes
No
No
Governance & DevOps
Orchestration
Yes
Yes
Yes
Lineage
Yes
No
No
Version control
Yes
No
No
On-Premise
No
Yes
No
OpenAPI / Developer API
Yes
Yes
No
Integrations
Load to/from Excel
Yes
Yes (via file connectors)
Yes
Load to/from Google Sheets
Yes
Yes (Google Sheets)
Yes
Ratings
G2 rating
4.8
4.5

Overview

Weld in Short

Weld is a unified ELT and data activation platform that combines ingestion, modeling, transformations, orchestration, lineage, and reverse ETL in a single SaaS interface. With premium in-house–built connectors, an intuitive UI, and near real-time syncs, Weld enables both technical and non-technical users to create and manage data workflows efficiently. Weld also includes an AI assistant to support SQL modeling, generate transformations, and streamline repetitive tasks. Teams can ingest data from a wide range of sources—including marketing platforms, CRMs, databases, Google Sheets, Excel, and APIs—into their cloud data warehouse and activate it back into business tools.

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Pros

  • Lineage, orchestration, and workflow features included by default

  • Handles large datasets and near real-time data sync

  • ELT and reverse ETL in one platform

  • User-friendly interface with minimal setup required

  • Flat, predictable monthly pricing model

  • 200+ in-house–built, high-quality connectors

  • AI assistant for modeling and transformations

Cons

  • Some SQL knowledge is useful for advanced modeling

  • Optimized for cloud-warehouse workflows (Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift, etc.)

  • Feature set is streamlined for modern ELT/activation use cases

Reviews & Quotes

A reviewer on G2 said:

What I like about Weld

Weld’s graphical interface is intuitive and easy to work with, even for teams with limited SQL experience. Its flexibility across sources—from databases to Google Sheets and APIs—made onboarding smooth, and performance across larger workloads was consistently strong. Support was responsive and helpful throughout our setup and ongoing use.

Overview

Etlworks Integrator in Short

Etlworks Integrator is a cloud-based ETL and data integration platform offering more than 300 connectors across databases, SaaS applications, files, and big-data systems. It supports batch and streaming pipelines, change data capture (CDC), SQL- or JavaScript-based transformations, and workflow orchestration. The platform can run fully in the cloud or use on-premise runtimes to securely access internal systems.

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Pros

  • 300+ connectors covering databases, cloud storage, SaaS apps, and streaming platforms.

  • Supports both batch and streaming (CDC) pipelines with customizable schedules and triggers.

  • Transformation using SQL, JavaScript, or built-in functions, including validation and error handling.

  • Cloud-based platform with optional on-premise agents for secure internal connectivity.

Cons

  • UI complexity: large flows with many steps can be difficult to navigate.

  • Credit-based subscription model can make cost forecasting difficult for variable workloads.

  • Smaller community and lower brand recognition compared to market-leading ETL tools.

Reviews & Quotes

Etlworks Integrator Features:

What I like about Etlworks Integrator

Etlworks Integrator’s breadth of connectors and flexible transformation engine (SQL/JavaScript) let us integrate data from dozens of sources quickly.

What I dislike about Etlworks Integrator

The UI can be overwhelming for beginners, and pricing (credit-based) can be hard to predict for varying workloads.

Overview

Rows in Short

[Rows.com](http://rows.com/) is a next-generation spreadsheet platform that integrates natively with hundreds of SaaS APIs, databases, and analytics tools. It enables automated ELT directly into spreadsheets, provides built-in reporting and dashboards, and supports scripting for more advanced workflows.

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Pros

  • Native connectors to 500+ SaaS APIs and data sources.

  • Automated ELT directly into the spreadsheet.

  • Built-in charting, dashboards, and collaboration features.

  • Supports JavaScript and Python formulas for flexible automation.

  • Free plan available with core spreadsheet and integration features.

Cons

  • Large or API-heavy sheets can lag with high-volume data.

  • Advanced connectors and automation features require paid plans.

  • Not built for warehouse-scale datasets; best suited for mid-size tables.

Reviews & Quotes

[Rows.com](http://rows.com/) review on G2:

What I like about Rows

Creating tables from Excel or Google Sheets imports is incredible. Creating charts and visuals in just a few clicks and navigating your workspace is PERFECT.

What I dislike about Rows

The basic dashboard is not very clear. Need to understand the features and divide screens to jump between spaces.

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

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Ease of Use & Interface

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Weld’s interface is built for clarity and speed, enabling users with varying levels of technical experience to manage data pipelines and models efficiently. Its built-in lineage and orchestration tools provide transparency across workflows.

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Etlworks Integrator’s Flow Designer provides a canvas for building pipelines with sources, transformations, and destinations. While flexible, complex flows can become visually dense, and new users typically face a learning curve.

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[Rows.com](http://rows.com/) offers a modern spreadsheet UI with built-in API connectors. Non-technical users can rely on pre-built integrations, while technical users can create custom logic using JavaScript or Python formulas.

Pricing & Affordability

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Weld offers a simple and predictable pricing model starting at $79 for 5 million active rows. This flat, usage-transparent structure makes budgeting straightforward for small and medium-sized teams.

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Pricing follows a credit-based model tied to data volume and processing. While flexible, predicting usage costs requires monitoring workload patterns. A free trial is available with limited credits.

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A generous free tier supports most basic import and spreadsheet needs. Pro plans start at $39/user/month for increased API quotas, automations, and advanced integrations. Enterprise plans are available on request.

Feature Set

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Weld provides ELT ingestion, SQL-based transformations, reverse ETL activation, data lineage, orchestration, and workflow management in a single platform. Its AI assistant accelerates modeling and transformation tasks.

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Supports 300+ connectors, CDC replication, batch and streaming ETL, SQL/JavaScript transformations, error handling, task scheduling, webhook triggers, and secure on-premise gateways. Offers REST API automation and flow export/import.

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[Rows.com](http://rows.com/) includes ELT connectors, spreadsheet-based transformations, automation and scheduling, built-in charting and dashboards, collaboration, API-triggered workflows, and integrations with Slack, email, and BI tools.

Flexibility & Customization

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Users can model data using SQL enhanced by Weld’s AI assistant, automate workflows, and build custom connectors to any API. This provides strong flexibility for teams that want to tailor integrations and transformations within one platform.

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Users can embed custom JavaScript, call external services, configure on-premise runtimes, and parameterize flows. Pipelines can be exported for version control, and the open API enables integration into external orchestration or automation frameworks.

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Users can script custom workflows with JavaScript or Python, chain multiple API calls, and set up scheduled or event-based automations. Highly flexible for teams that prefer spreadsheet-centric data operations.

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