Make vs n8n
Two power-user automation tools. One hosted and visual, one open-source and self-hostable. We compared depth and cost.
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Our verdict
Make wins for a polished hosted experience with strong visual logic. n8n wins for self-hosting, data control, and avoiding per-execution costs at scale.
Make
4.3Teams with complex, multi-step automations who want value.
The power-user's pick. The visual canvas handles branching logic Zapier can't, at a lower cost per operation, in exchange for a steeper learning curve.
From Free / $9/mo
n8n
4.2Technical teams who want control, custom code, or self-hosting.
The developer's choice. Self-host it for full control and no per-task fees, or use cloud. Unbeatable for custom nodes and data-sensitive workflows.
From Free (self-host) / $20/mo cloud
| Feature | Make | n8n |
|---|---|---|
| free Tier | ✓ | ✓ |
| ai Features | Maia | ✓ |
| integrations | ✓ | ✓ |
| api Access | ✓ | ✓ |
| self Host | - | ✓ |
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