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Make vs n8n

A side-by-side look at Make and n8n — pricing, ratings, key features, pros and cons — so you can pick the right fit.

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Make

Automation & Agents • Freemium

A visual automation platform with a strong free tier and flexible scenario builder.

★ 4.3/5

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n8n

Automation & Agents • Freemium

A source-available automation platform you can self-host, with first-class AI support.

★ 4.5/5

Read n8n review

Full comparison

Feature Make n8n
Pricing Freemium Freemium
Price from $9.00/mo $0.00/mo
Our rating ★ 4.3 ★ 4.5
Key features
  • • Visual scenario editor
  • • Rich module library
  • • Data transformation tools
  • • Generous free tier
  • • HTTP and webhook modules
  • • Self-hosted or cloud
  • • Code-first flexibility
  • • Native AI and LangChain nodes
  • • Webhooks and APIs
  • • No per-execution pricing
Pros
  • + Powerful free tier
  • + More flexible than Zapier
  • + Great for data workflows
  • + Run it on your own infrastructure
  • + Deep developer control
  • + Cost predictable at scale
Cons
  • − Steeper learning curve
  • − Visual editor can get complex
  • − Requires technical skill
  • − Self-hosting is a real job

Make vs n8n: which should you choose?

Both Make and n8n are tracked in our Automation & Agents directory. Make is listed as Freemium and n8n as Freemium. The better pick depends on your budget, the features you use every day and whether you need a free tier to start.

  • Choose Make if powerful free tier matters most to you.
  • Choose n8n if run it on your own infrastructure matters most to you.
  • Try both free tiers first if they exist, then commit to the one that fits your daily tasks.

Frequently asked questions

Is Make better than n8n?

It depends on your needs. Make is Freemium, while n8n is Freemium. Compare the features above to decide which fits your workflow.

How much do Make and n8n cost?

Make is listed as Freemium and n8n is listed as Freemium. Check each full review for the latest plan details.

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