Developer freedom vs visual simplicity.

n8n vs Make

Our pick

Make wins

Starts at $9/mo — better value for most users.

Try Make free →

n8n

by n8n GmbH

n8n is a fair-code workflow automation tool you can self-host for free. 400+ integrations, visual node editor, and full code access via JavaScript/Python. AI-native with LLM nodes built in.

Free / $20+
VS

Make

by Make (formerly Integromat)

Make (formerly Integromat) lets you build complex multi-step automations with a visual builder. Includes AI modules for OpenAI, Claude, and Gemini. Free plan: 1,000 ops/month.

Free / $9+

Head-to-head

Feature n8n Make
Vendorn8n GmbHMake (formerly Integromat)
CategoryAI AutomationML Platforms
Free tierYesYes
Starting priceFree / $20/moFree / $9/mo
Strengthsself-hostable (free), open-source, code nodes for custom logicvisual workflow builder, 1000+ app integrations, AI module built-in
Weaknessessetup complexity vs Zapier, smaller integration librarysteeper learning curve than Zapier, complex scenarios can break silently

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