Zapier vs n8n
Automate work across 8,000+ apps with Zaps, AI agents, tables and forms. vs. Workflow automation and AI agents, cloud or self-hosted.
Quick verdict
- Zapier is easier if you don't code (no code).
- For internal tool, lean n8n.
- Zapier: Easiest automation tool for non-technical teams; huge app catalog.
- n8n: Most flexible automation + AI agent builder; free if you self-host.
| Zapier | n8n | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | AI agent / automation | AI agent / automation, Internal tool |
| Coding needed | No code | A little code |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Starting paid price | $19.99/mo | €20/mo |
| Native mobile apps | No | No |
| Category | Automation / AI agents | Automation / AI agents |
| Price checked | 2026-10-19 | 2026-10-19 |
Price notes — Zapier: Professional, starting from (monthly). n8n: Cloud Starter, billed annually (EUR shown from EU). Free = self-hosted Community Edition.
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