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n8n vs Zapier

Self-hostable Zapier meets the default choice. Here's our take.

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n8n

Self-hostable Zapier. More powerful, more technical.

n8n

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Self-hostable Zapier. More powerful, more technical.

Pros

  • +Self-hostable
  • +Fair pricing
  • +Powerful workflows
  • +Code nodes

Cons

  • -Steeper learning curve
  • -Less polished
  • -Fewer integrations

Zapier

The default choice. Easy but expensive and limited.

Pros

  • +Easy to use
  • +Most integrations
  • +Reliable

Cons

  • -Very expensive
  • -Limited logic
  • -Slow

The Verdict

Use n8n if: You want self-hostable and can live with steeper learning curve.

Use Zapier if: You prioritize easy to use over what n8n offers.

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The Bottom Line
n8n wins

Self-hostable Zapier. More powerful, more technical.

Try n8n →Try Zapier →

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