Automation
n8n
Open-source workflow automation with a visual builder
- Pricing
- Free (self-hosted). Cloud from $24/mo
- Website
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- Updated
- Mar 2026
n8n is an open-source workflow automation platform that lets you connect any app to any other app through a visual node-based builder. Self-host it on your own server for full control, or use their cloud offering. With 400+ integrations, code nodes for custom logic, and webhook triggers, it handles everything from simple email automations to complex multi-step business processes.
Key features
- Visual workflow builder — drag, drop, connect
- 400+ built-in integrations (APIs, databases, SaaS tools)
- Self-hostable — full control over your data and execution
- Code nodes for custom JavaScript/Python logic
- Webhook triggers for real-time automation
- AI agent nodes for LLM-powered workflows
Best for
- Businesses that want automation without vendor lock-in
- Teams that need to self-host for compliance or data control
- Complex multi-step workflows connecting many tools
- Developers who want visual orchestration with code escape hatches
Limitations
- Self-hosting requires server management knowledge
- Steeper learning curve than Zapier for simple automations
- Some advanced nodes need JavaScript proficiency
How we use it
n8n powers all of our backend automation — SMTP email sequences, webhook-triggered workflows, scheduled jobs, and transactional emails. We self-host it on our VPS and manage workflows through the n8n MCP server, which lets Claude Code create and update automations programmatically.