Overview
What is n8n?
n8n is an open-source, AI-native workflow automation platform with 400+ integrations and 70 AI nodes including LangChain integration. Unlike Zapier or Make, n8n can be self-hosted for free with unlimited executions, making it ideal for developers and teams who want full control. Cloud plans start at EUR 24/mo (Starter, 2,500 executions), while the self-hosted Community Edition is completely free. With 4.8 stars from 233 G2 reviews, it's the highest-rated automation tool.
Features
Key Features
400+ app integrations with visual workflow builder
70 AI nodes with LangChain integration
Self-hosted Community Edition (free, unlimited)
Cloud hosting from EUR 24/mo (2,500 executions)
Custom code nodes (JavaScript, Python)
Webhook triggers and API integration
Error handling and workflow versioning
Active open-source community
Analysis
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 4.8 stars from 233 G2 reviews, highest-rated automation tool
- Self-hosted option is completely free with unlimited executions
- 70 AI nodes with LangChain make it the most AI-native automation platform
- Open-source with extensible custom nodes
- Visual workflow builder praised for flexibility
Cons
- Steep learning curve for newcomers to automation
- Self-hosting requires technical infrastructure knowledge
- Cloud pricing scales with execution volume
- Smaller integration library than Zapier (400+ vs 7,000+)
Pricing
Pricing
Free (self-hosted)(free tier available)
freemium model
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