n8n vs Zapier
n8n is listed under Open-source automation, Zapier under Workflow platforms. Each name links to the product's own site.
| Category | Open-source automation | Workflow platforms |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Freemium | Freemium |
| Public code | Yes | No |
| Tags | self-hosted, workflows, nodes, ai | no-code, integrations, saas, triggers |
| Website | n8n.io | zapier.com |
What n8n does
n8n is a node-based workflow tool you can run on your own server or use in the cloud. It has hundreds of integrations, supports JavaScript and Python nodes, and ships AI agent nodes. Source-available under the Sustainable Use License.
What Zapier does
Zapier links thousands of web apps. You build automations called Zaps from a trigger and one or more actions. It also has Tables, Interfaces and AI agents for teams that want more than simple app-to-app flows.
Other options
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