5/5
What is Zoho Deluge?
Deluge, short for Data Enriched Language for the Universal Grid Environment, is Zoho's proprietary scripting language designed to supercharge the functionality of Zoho’s suite of applications. With Deluge, users can build automations, connect applications, create custom workflows, and push the limits of what's possible inside the Zoho ecosystem—all without needing traditional heavy coding knowledge.
Why we rate it "Definitely"
We rate Zoho Deluge as a "Definitely" because it’s not just useful—it’s essential for anyone who wants to truly customize their Zoho environment. While it requires an initial learning curve, the payoff is massive in terms of automation, efficiency, and tailored user experience.
From a technical perspective, Deluge is well-architected: the code editor is modern with robust autocomplete options, error detection, and easy access to function libraries. Zoho continues to expand its capabilities with new functions and broader app support, reinforcing Deluge’s importance inside the Zoho ecosystem.
Pros
- Excellent code editor with modern features
- Strong native support across most Zoho apps
- Robust autocomplete and smart suggestions
- Enables high levels of customization and automation
- Actively updated and expanded by Zoho
Cons
- Functionality and syntax can vary slightly between Zoho apps
- Some advanced functions require deeper documentation research
- Limited third-party community compared to other languages (though growing)
