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SpiffWorkflow

A powerful pure Python workflow engine for complex business processes.

Status
Generally available
Last checked
Checked · Oct 13, 2026
License
Open source
Pricing
Free tier · from $0
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What it is

SpiffWorkflow is a robust and flexible workflow engine implemented entirely in Python. It supports BPMN, BPEL, and custom workflows, making it ideal for automating complex business processes with high customization needs.

SpiffWorkflow stands out as a pure Python implementation, offering extensive customization and support for BPMN and BPEL standards, making it ideal for developers who prefer or require these features in their workflow automation projects.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

A good fit for

  • Developers building Python applications that require BPMN or BPEL workflow support

  • Teams needing a highly customizable and flexible workflow engine in their Python projects

  • Businesses looking to automate complex processes with detailed control over the workflow logic

Look elsewhere if

  • Projects requiring real-time processing capabilities not supported by SpiffWorkflow's architecture

  • Applications that need a cloud-hosted solution without self-management responsibilities

Known weaknesses

Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.

  1. 01

    Small community and limited third-party integrations

    GitHub activity shows low contributions compared to more popular workflow engines

What it does well

  • Support for BPMN and BPEL standards

  • Highly customizable workflow engine

  • Pure Python implementation

  • Extensive documentation and community support

Pricing

Free tier
YesOpen source — free to use
Paid from
$0
Model
Flat rate
Enterprise plan
No

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