What is
n8n
?
n8n is an open-source workflow automation platform that enables users to connect different applications and automate complex tasks through visual workflow builder. The platform features 400+ integrations, AI-powered automation, custom code execution, and self-hosting options, making it a powerful alternative to tools like Zapier with enterprise-grade security and unlimited workflow possibilities.
Key Features
- 400+ app integrations
- Visual workflow builder
- AI and LLM integrations
- Custom code execution
- Self-hosting capabilities
Pricing
- Free Self-hosted: Open source version
- Cloud Starter: $20/month for 2,500 executions
- Cloud Pro: $50/month for 10,000 executions
- Enterprise: Custom pricing with advanced features
Pros:
- Open source and customizable
- Strong developer community
- No vendor lock-in
- Powerful automation capabilities
Cons:
- Open source and customizable
- Strong developer community
- No vendor lock-in
- Powerful automation capabilities
Who is it for?
- Developers and IT teams
- Business automation specialists
- Data engineers
- Enterprise organizations
Best use cases
- Business process automation
- Data synchronization
- AI workflow orchestration
- API integration projects
API Integrations
- REST API and webhooks
- Database connectors
- AI model integrations
- Custom node development
Security
- Self-hosted deployment options
- Enterprise security features
- SOC 2 compliance
Implementation
- Basic workflows can be set up in minutes, with complex enterprise implementations taking 2-6 weeks.
Best Alternatives
- Zapier: https://zapier.com
- Make: https://make.com
- Microsoft Power Automate: https://powerautomate.microsoft.com
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