n8n
Open-source workflow automation platform with 400+ integrations — the developer-first alternative to Zapier with code execution and self-hosting
Free self-hosted (open-source); Cloud from $24/month
Overview
n8n is a workflow automation platform that gives developers full control. Unlike Zapier, it's open-source, self-hostable, and built to handle complex logic with code execution, custom functions, and direct database queries — making it the go-to automation tool for technical teams who've outgrown no-code tools.
Key Features
- 400+ pre-built integrations with apps, APIs, and services
- Code nodes: execute JavaScript or Python directly in workflows
- AI Agent nodes: build LLM-powered agents that take actions
- Self-hostable on any server — full data control
- Visual workflow builder with complex branching and error handling
- Template library with thousands of community workflows
- Webhook triggers for real-time event processing
Pricing: Free self-hosted (MIT-licensed core); Cloud plans from $24/month.
Pros
- Self-hostable — full control over data and infrastructure
- Code execution in workflows — handles logic Zapier can't
- Open-source with active community and template library
- AI agent nodes for building LLM-powered automation
Cons
- Steeper learning curve than Zapier for non-technical users
- Self-hosting requires server setup and maintenance
- Some integrations less polished than Zapier equivalents
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