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n8n

Fair-code workflow automation platform

65 /100

RankScore

#9

Ranked in AI Automation

Available in United States Supports English Available in United Kingdom Available in United Arab Emirates Available in India Available in Canada

Last verified Jul 19, 2026 ✓ Verified by RankTool.ai

Quick Info

Pricing
Free + $24/mo
Platform
Web, API, Self-Hosted, Cloud SaaS
API
✓ Yes
GDPR
✓ Yes

Overview

Connect apps and build automations with a visual node editor.

Read detailed overview
n8n is a visual workflow automation platform for technical teams that need to connect applications, APIs, databases, and AI models. It combines a node-based canvas with code steps, webhooks, API calls, branching logic, and execution debugging so teams can build automations without relying only on custom scripts. From an expert-review perspective, n8n stands out for its flexible deployment model, source-available codebase, self-hosting option, and broad integration coverage. It supports AI workflows, multi-agent setups, RAG patterns, human-in-the-loop approvals, structured inputs and outputs, and custom JavaScript or Python logic inside workflows. n8n is well-suited for developers, IT teams, security teams, operations teams, and technically capable business users who need workflow automation with more control than a purely no-code tool. It is less suitable for users who want a fully managed, non-technical automation tool with minimal configuration.

Key features

Visual workflows
400+ integrations
Self-hosting
AI nodes
Webhooks
Error handling
Version control

7 features

Quick facts

Price
$24
Free plan
Yes
Trial
No
Learning
Intermediate
API
Yes
Platforms
Web, API, Self-Hosted, Cloud SaaS
Privacy
GDPR ✓
SOC2 ✓
Open source
Yes
Teams
Yes
Languages
Multi
Enterprise
Yes
SSO available
Verified
Jul 19, 2026
🟢 Fresh
Pricing checked
Jul 19, 2026
🟢 Fresh
Features checked
Jul 14, 2026
🟢 Fresh

Information on this page is compiled from official sources, public data, and AI-assisted research. While we strive for accuracy and regularly verify details, errors or outdated information may occur. Always confirm critical details (especially pricing) on the tool's official website before making a purchase decision.

Regions & availability

Where this tool is available and how you can pay

Available in United States Supports English Available in United Kingdom Available in United Arab Emirates Available in India Available in Canada
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Ranking & awards

Rating breakdown

Overall: 65/100

Feature Completeness 70
Pricing Value 92
Ease of Use 60
Output Quality * 50
User Reviews * 50
Popularity * 50
Freshness Fresh 72
Privacy & Security * 50

* Estimated — not enough data yet

How we calculate RankScore →

Decision score

Quick-glance breakdown to help you decide — value, ease, features, support, and privacy.

Decision score

Expert + user ratings blended per dimension (1–10 scale)

5.0
Overall / 5★ search score
Privacy/Security 5.0

Use cases

Who uses n8n and for what?

Workflow automation Integrations

Pricing plans

Pricing verified Jul 19, 2026 📈 12 changes in 6 mo 💰 Team of 5: ~$100/mo

Pricing last verified Jul 19, 2026. Confirm current rates on n8n's website →

Technical details

Under the hood

Input types

  • ✓ Text
  • ✓ Code
  • ✓ Structured_data

Output types

  • ✓ Text
  • ✓ Code
  • ✓ Structured_data

Deployment

Cloud hosted · Self-hostable

Privacy & security

Privacy score

50/100

50

🔒 Data usage

  • Not used for training (default)

📋 Compliance

✓ GDPR ✓ SOC 2 ✗ HIPAA ✗ CCPA

🛡️ Security

✓ SSO / SAML ✓ Audit logs ✓ Encryption at rest ✓ Encryption in transit

Open source & deployment

License: source_available

GitHub:

View on GitHub →

🐳 Docker available

Self-hosting difficulty: Moderate

Minimum hardware: n8n documentation states that an idle n8n Cloud instance requires about 100 MB of memory, but practical requirements depend on workflow volume, execution concurrency, nodes, and database configuration.

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Quick comparison

How n8n compares to top competitors

Feature n8n Google Gemini Smartlook Skeepers
Price/mo $24 $5 Free
Free plan
Context 1,000K
API
Open source
RankScore 65 78 73 72
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Frequently asked questions

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Is n8n free?
Yes. n8n is fair-code and free to self-host with unlimited workflows and executions. The cloud Starter plan costs $24/month for hosted convenience. Enterprise plans add SSO, audit logs, and dedicated support. Self-hosting requires your own server but has no per-execution fees.
How does n8n compare to Zapier?
n8n is developer-friendly with a visual node editor, self-hosting, custom code nodes (JavaScript/Python), and no per-task pricing. Zapier is easier for non-technical users with 7,000+ integrations and a gentler learning curve. n8n wins on flexibility and cost at scale; Zapier wins on ease of use and integration breadth.
Can I self-host n8n?
Yes. Self-hosting is n8n's core strength. Deploy via Docker, npm, or cloud providers (AWS, DigitalOcean, Railway) in minutes. Self-hosted instances have no execution limits, keep data on your infrastructure, and support custom nodes. The n8n community provides extensive self-hosting guides.
Does n8n support AI workflows?
Yes. n8n includes dedicated AI nodes for OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini, Hugging Face, and local models via Ollama. Build RAG pipelines, AI agents with tool use, document processing, and chatbots — all in the visual workflow editor. LangChain integration is available for advanced AI chains.
How many integrations does n8n have?
n8n supports 400+ integrations plus generic HTTP/Webhook nodes for connecting to any API. While fewer than Zapier's 7,000+, n8n's HTTP Request node, custom code nodes, and active community fill most gaps. New integrations are added regularly by the core team and community.

Company

Made by n8n GmbH

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