Zapier
by Zapier Inc.
Zapier connects 7,000+ apps with no-code automation. Used by teams to sync data, automate workflows, and trigger actions across tools. Now includes AI Actions for natural-language automation.
Free / $20+
No-code convenience vs open-source power.
Zapier vs n8n
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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+
Head-to-head
| Feature | Zapier | n8n |
|---|---|---|
| Vendor | Zapier Inc. | n8n GmbH |
| Category | AI Automation | AI Automation |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | Free / $20/mo | Free / $20/mo |
| Strengths | 7,000+ integrations, no-code interface, reliable | self-hostable (free), open-source, code nodes for custom logic |
| Weaknesses | expensive at scale, limited advanced logic | setup complexity vs Zapier, smaller integration library |
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