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Zapier

Automation Platforms

Connect your apps and automate workflows

n8n

Automation Platforms

Open-source workflow automation with built-in AI capabilities

FeatureZapiern8n
CategoryAutomation PlatformsAutomation Platforms
PricingFree + Starter $19.99/moFree (self-hosted), cloud from $20/mo
GitHub Stars
More stars
52k
PlatformsWebmacOS, Linux, Windows, Docker
Key Features
  • 7000+ integrations
  • AI chatbots
  • Multi-step Zaps
  • Filters & paths
  • Webhooks
  • Tables
  • 400+ integrations (APIs, databases, SaaS)
  • Native AI nodes (LLM, vector store, RAG chains)
  • Visual drag-and-drop workflow builder
  • Self-hostable via Docker (full data control)
  • Webhook triggers, cron schedules, event-driven
  • JavaScript/Python code nodes for custom logic
  • Credential management and encryption
  • Active community (52K+ GitHub stars)
Pros
  • + 6,000+ app integrations
  • + Easiest automation tool to use
  • + Reliable and well-tested
  • + Great documentation
  • + AI-powered Zap builder
  • + Self-hostable (full data control)
  • + 400+ integrations
  • + Visual workflow builder
  • + Native AI/LLM nodes
  • + Active community
Cons
  • Expensive for high volume
  • Limited logic compared to Make/n8n
  • No self-hosting option
  • Per-task pricing adds up
  • Resource-heavy for self-hosting
  • Learning curve for complex workflows
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