License
Paid-feature tier S
Self-host
Paid-feature limits2 noted
n8n (source available)
Open-source alternative · mapped from 2 paid tools. Fit is not feature parity.
Facts
- Workflow and credential sharing, projects, custom variables, Git environments and SSO require paid plans.
- Sustainable Use License restricts commercial redistribution/hosted resale; internal business use permitted.
Tier S: Root core license restricts use and distribution by purpose, so not OSI OSS. EE files separately licensed; self-hosting does not change classification. Retained as a clearly marked source-available comparison, excluded from OSS recommendations. License source. Repository: n8n-io/n8n. Self-host: server; hosted offer from the project: yes.
Replaces 2 paid tools
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MakeEntry price Usage-based
Fit:
Visual node workflows overlap, but workflow/credential sharing is paid and licensing is source available. Rebuild automations and reauthorize credentials; no drop-in migration verified.
Sources: docs.n8n.io, www.make.com · checked 2026-10-21
Full comparison: Make vs n8n (source available) -
ZapierEntry price USD 19.99 / account / month
Fit:
Visual node workflows overlap, but workflow/credential sharing is paid and licensing is source available. Rebuild automations and reauthorize credentials; no drop-in migration verified.
Sources: docs.n8n.io, zapier.com · checked 2026-10-21
Full comparison: Zapier vs n8n (source available)