Operations · Automation and integration
n8n
Workflow automation and AI agent builder you can self-host
At a glance
n8n is a workflow automation platform with a node-based visual editor that also lets you drop into JavaScript or Python when needed. It can be used on n8n Cloud or self-hosted from its source-available Community Edition, and includes AI agent, MCP and LLM nodes for building AI workflows. It is based in Berlin.
- Category
- Automation and integration
- Best fit
- SME · Mid-market · Enterprise
- Pricing
- See pricing below
- In Adam’s stack
- No
Who n8n is best for
Technical teams, developers and AI builders who want control over hosting and data, or who run high volumes of complex workflows. Pick it over Zapier or Make when self-hosting, custom code or AI agents are priorities.
Key features
- Visual node editor with code steps
- AI agent, MCP and LLM nodes
- Self-hosted Community Edition
- Pricing per workflow execution, not per step
- Unlimited users and workflows on all plans
- SSO, Git version control and environments on Business
Why it’s worth it
Charging per full workflow run rather than per step, plus the self-host option, makes it far cheaper for complex or high-volume automations.
Things to consider
- Self-hosting means you are responsible for servers, updates, security and backups.
- More technical than Zapier or Make, so non-technical users may need help.
- Its Sustainable Use Licence is source-available rather than fully open source, which limits some commercial uses.
n8n pricing
Pricing as published by n8n
Cloud, billed annually: Starter €20/month (2,500 executions), Pro €50/month (10,000 executions). Business €667/month (40,000 executions, self-hosted). Enterprise by quote. Annual billing saves 17%. Community Edition free to self-host.
Source: n8n.io/pricing. Checked 8 October 2026. Prices change often, so confirm on the vendor’s site before you buy.
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FAQ
n8n: common questions
Is n8n free?
The Community Edition can be self-hosted for free. n8n Cloud and the Business and Enterprise features are paid.
Is n8n good for building AI agents?
Yes. It has built-in AI agent, LLM and MCP nodes, and is widely used to build AI-assisted workflows that connect to business systems.
n8n vs Zapier?
Zapier is easier for non-technical users and has more ready-made integrations. n8n is more flexible, can be self-hosted and is usually cheaper for complex workflows because it charges per run, not per step.
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