Automation and orchestration
n8n
Open-source workflow automation you can self-host.
Our pick for automation and orchestration- Category
- Automation and orchestration
- Pricing model
- Free to self-host; cloud plans by usage.
- Revenue OS layer
- Flow
- Last reviewed
- October 2026
What it is
A workflow automation tool with a visual builder, code steps and AI nodes, available as open source to self-host or as a cloud service.
Best for
Technical teams who want control, custom logic and data residency.
Strengths
- Self-hostable for control and data residency
- Code steps when no-code is not enough
- Strong AI and agent building blocks
Watch-outs
- Self-hosting needs engineering ownership
- Steeper learning curve than Zapier
Pricing
Free to self-host; cloud plans by usage. Pricing changes often, so check the vendor for current plans.
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