# n8n

Open-source workflow automation with native AI nodes and full self-hosting support.

**Verdict: recommended.** The best workflow automation tool for teams that want full control, AI integration, and no per-workflow pricing. Last verified 2026-05-28.

n8n is a source-available workflow automation platform that lets you connect APIs, services, and AI models through a visual builder or code. It supports self-hosting, has 500+ integrations, and includes native AI agent nodes for building LLM-powered workflows.

## Strengths

- Automating multi-step workflows with API integrations
- Building AI agent pipelines with LLM nodes
- Self-hosting for data privacy and cost control
- Complex branching logic with conditional paths
- Webhook-triggered automations
- Non-technical users who want a Zapier-like experience
- Teams needing thousands of pre-built app integrations
- Simple two-step automations where Zapier is easier

## Pricing

- Model: open-source
- Community: Free (self-hosted)
- Starter: €20/mo, billed annually
- Pro: €50/mo, billed annually
- Business: €667/mo, billed annually
- Enterprise: Custom

Website: https://n8n.io

## Sources

- [n8n Pricing](https://n8n.io/pricing/)
- [n8n GitHub](https://github.com/n8n-io/n8n)
- [n8n Documentation](https://docs.n8n.io/)

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