n8n VS Zapier

Open source vs SaaS — side-by-side comparison

n8nOpen Source

Fair-code workflow automation tool — Zapier alternative with 400+ integrations and visual editor

No-code automation platform connecting 6,000+ apps with workflow triggers and actions

Overview

n8nZapier

TypeOpen SourceSaaS

Category--Automation

PricingFree (self-hosted)$19.99/mo

Self-Hostable

LicenseSustainable Use LicenseProprietary

n8nZapier

Stars182k--

Forks56.3k--

Contributors400--

Open Issues300--

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Data ownership — Self-host your data and maintain full control over your information

No vendor lock-in — Avoid recurring subscription costs and switch freely

Customizable — Modify the source code to fit your exact needs

Step-by-step: infrastructure setup, data migration, backups, and security for 15+ common SaaS replacements. Used by 300+ developers.

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