Overview
n8n is an open-source workflow automation tool that can be self-hosted for complete control and privacy. The fair-code license allows free use while enabling the company to sustain development.
AI capabilities integrate throughout: connect to any LLM, build AI agents, process documents with AI, and create intelligent workflows. The code node allows custom JavaScript or Python when visual nodes are not enough.
For technical teams, n8n offers the best of both worlds: visual automation for speed with code access for power. Self-hosting means sensitive data never leaves your infrastructure, crucial for regulated industries.
Best For
Technical teams wanting open-source automation
Key Features
- Open source
- Self-hosting option
- AI agent building
- LLM integrations
- Code nodes
- 400+ integrations
- Webhook triggers
- Error workflows
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free self-hosted
- Data privacy
- Very flexible
- AI-first features
- Active community
Cons
- Technical setup
- Fewer integrations
- Documentation gaps
- Self-host maintenance
- Smaller community
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Self-hosted | $0 | Full features, your server |
| Starter | $24/mo | Cloud hosted, 2.5K executions |
| Pro | $60/mo | 10K executions |
| Enterprise | Custom | Advanced features |
