n8n
AutomationOpen-source workflow automation with self-hosting
2 comparisons 0W – 2L
Pricing
Community
$0/mo
- Self-hosted only
- Unlimited workflows
- 400+ integrations
- Community support
Cloud Starter
$20/mo
- 2,500 executions/mo
- Hosted by n8n
- 2 editors
- Email support
Cloud Pro
$50/mo
- 10,000 executions/mo
- 5 editors
- Priority support
- Advanced permissions
Key Features
- 400+ integrations with visual node-based workflow builder
- Full JavaScript support for custom logic and transformations
- Self-hosting option with complete data control and privacy
- Built-in code editor and expression support for power users
- Webhook triggers and HTTP nodes for custom API connections
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Self-hosting means no vendor lock-in — you own your automation infrastructure and data
- JavaScript support makes complex data transformations trivial compared to no-code tools
- Free tier is genuinely unlimited when self-hosted — no artificial task caps
Cons
- Smaller app library than Zapier — niche tools often require custom HTTP requests
- Self-hosting requires technical knowledge — Docker, server maintenance, and troubleshooting
- UI is less polished — the node-based interface has a learning curve for non-developers
n8n Comparisons
n8n vs 
Make
Make wins for most users who want powerful visual automation without managing infrastructure. n8n wins for developers and privacy-focused teams who want full control through self-hosting.
Make wins
n8n vs 
Zapier
Zapier wins for plug-and-play simplicity and breadth. n8n wins for control, cost at scale, and technical flexibility.
Zapier wins