n8n
Workflow automation and AI agents you can self-host, inspect and run step by step.
About n8n
n8n is a workflow automation platform that combines a visual builder with code steps, so technical teams can connect apps, APIs and AI models without giving up control. Workflows are built from nodes; you can drop into JavaScript or Python when the visual editor is not enough, call any API over HTTP, and wire in AI agents with human approval steps before they act.
The product's pitch is visibility: you can open any step of a run, see what it did, and re-run just the step that failed. n8n lists 500+ native integrations, an AI Agent node, and both MCP server and MCP client support, so agents and coding assistants can call your workflows as tools.
You can use the hosted cloud service or run n8n yourself. A Community Edition is available on GitHub for self-hosting, and the self-hosted Business and Enterprise tiers add SSO, LDAP, Git-based version control and queue mode. Pricing is based on monthly workflow executions rather than per step or per user, and every plan includes unlimited users and workflows.
It is a better fit for engineers, IT and operations teams than for non-technical users who want the simplest possible Zapier-style setup.
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What is n8n?
n8n is a workflow automation platform that mixes a visual editor with code steps and AI agent nodes. Teams use it to connect apps and APIs, automate processes and build agents that can call tools.
How much does n8n cost?
As of October 2026, n8n's cloud plans list Starter at €20/month and Pro at €50/month when billed annually, Business at €667/month (self-hosted only) and custom Enterprise pricing. A free self-hosted Community Edition is also available.
Can I self-host n8n?
Yes. n8n offers a Community Edition on GitHub for self-hosting, and the Business and Enterprise plans can be self-hosted. The company says self-hosting keeps data in your own environment.
Does n8n support AI agents and MCP?
Yes. Its pricing page lists an AI Agent node, an MCP Server Trigger, an MCP Client and human approval for tool calls on all cloud plans.
How does n8n pricing work?
Pricing is based on monthly workflow executions, regardless of complexity. Each plan includes unlimited users, workflows and integrations, and n8n states a workflow is counted only when it runs from start to finish.
Who should choose n8n over Zapier?
Teams that want self-hosting, code steps and execution-based pricing with unlimited steps. If you want the simplest no-code setup for non-technical staff, a simpler tool may suit you better.
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