vsUiPathSkip the bots, the studio, and the RPA engineers.
Automate any SaaS app in minutes.
UiPath requires RPA developers, desktop agents, and months of implementation. Stepwork automates the same workflows through the browser — record once, run forever. No bot infrastructure. No Orchestrator. No API dependencies.
Two tools. Two very different outcomes.
Compare automating a user provisioning workflow.
AutomationWhy teams choose Stepwork over UiPath.
The capabilities that make Stepwork fundamentally different.
UiPath requires certified RPA developers to build and maintain bots. Stepwork lets any IT admin record a workflow and automate it — no coding, no Studio IDE, no training.
UiPath needs Orchestrator, bot agents, and VMs to run automations. Stepwork runs locally in a Docker container on your device — zero infrastructure overhead.
UiPath bots struggle with MFA-protected applications. Stepwork completes OTP, passkeys, and push notifications natively through your existing identity provider.
UiPath bots use CSS selectors and DOM structure — when UI changes, bots break. Stepwork uses AI vision to find elements, adapting automatically to layout shifts.
UiPath was built for legacy desktop apps and mainframes. Stepwork is purpose-built for modern SaaS applications — browser workflows, SSO, and cloud-native tools.
UiPath implementations average 3–6 months. Stepwork delivers a working automation from a single recording in under 5 minutes.
Security by design.
How Stepwork and UiPath handle your data, credentials, and access.
Stepwork runs inside a hardened Docker container on your device. Data never leaves your machine. No cloud processing, no external servers.
StepworkUiPath Orchestrator runs in the cloud, managing bot agents and processing data through UiPath's infrastructure. Data passes through external servers.
UiPath riskStepwork authenticates through Okta, Entra ID, Google Workspace, and 1Password. No separate service accounts or credential vaults needed.
StepworkUiPath requires its own credential vault (Orchestrator Assets) or third-party vault integration (CyberArk, HashiCorp). Additional infrastructure to manage and secure.
UiPath risk| Feature | Stepwork | UiPath |
|---|---|---|
| Approach | Record & replay with AI vision | Bot studio with selectors |
| Setup time | Minutes | Weeks to months |
| Technical skill required | None — any IT admin | RPA developer / engineer |
| MFA handling | OTP, passkeys, push — native | Limited, workarounds needed |
| Self-healing | AI vision adapts to UI changes | Selector-based — breaks on changes |
| Infrastructure | Local Docker container | Orchestrator + VMs + agents |
| SSO / IDP support | Okta, Entra, Google, 1Password | Service accounts typically |
| SaaS application support | Any browser-based SaaS app | Via activities & selectors |
| Variables | Auto-detected + variable tables | Manual configuration |
| Background execution | Fully parallel | Requires unattended bot license |
| Pricing model | Simple per-seat | Complex robot licensing |
| Data security | Stored locally on device | Cloud Orchestrator |
UiPath breaks when UIs change.
Stepwork self-heals and keeps running.
When a UI changes, most automation tools fail silently or require manual fixes. With Stepwork, flows self-heal. AI detects layout shifts, finds the right elements, and keeps the automation running — no human intervention required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stepwork an RPA tool like UiPath?
Stepwork is not traditional RPA. While UiPath uses desktop bots with CSS selectors and requires dedicated RPA developers, Stepwork uses browser-native automation with AI vision. Any IT admin can record a workflow and automate it in minutes — no coding, no bot infrastructure, no Orchestrator.
Can Stepwork replace UiPath for SaaS automation?
For SaaS application automation, yes. Stepwork is purpose-built for browser-based SaaS workflows like user provisioning, access reviews, and onboarding. It handles MFA natively, works through your existing identity provider, and self-heals when UIs change — all areas where UiPath bots struggle.
How does Stepwork handle MFA when UiPath bots can't?
Stepwork authenticates through your existing identity provider (Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, 1Password) and completes MFA natively — including OTP, passkeys, and push notifications. UiPath bots typically require MFA exemptions or service accounts, creating security policy gaps.
Is Stepwork faster to implement than UiPath?
Yes. UiPath implementations typically take 3–6 months including developer training, bot development, infrastructure setup, and testing. Stepwork delivers a working automation from a single recording in under 5 minutes.
Does Stepwork require an Orchestrator or bot agents?
No. Stepwork runs locally in a Docker container on your device. There is no Orchestrator, no bot agents, no VMs, and no infrastructure to manage. All execution is local and parallel.
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