Our Verdict
Based on ratings, features, pricing, and capabilities, n8n edges ahead in this comparison. n8n offers better value and broader platform support.
Feature
Make
n8n
Rating
⭐ 4.8/5
⭐ 4.9/5
Free Plan
Starting Price
$9/mo
$20/mo
Monthly Visits
21.0M
14.0M
API Support
Open Source
AI Capabilities
Mobile App
Desktop App
Browser Extension
Integrations
6 apps
7 apps
Team Size
SMB
STARTUP
Make Pros & Cons
Pros
- Far more cost-effective per operation than Zapier for heavy data workloads
- Visual canvas gives complete visibility into exact data payload structures
- Inspect execution history step-by-step with real inputs/outputs
Cons
- Steeper initial learning curve for understanding JSON objects and array iterators
- Complex scenarios with dozens of modules require organized documentation
n8n Pros & Cons
Pros
- Self-hostable for free on a $5/mo VPS with unlimited execution runs
- Best automation tool for building production AI agents with memory and tool calling
- Complete privacy — your sensitive customer data never passes through a third-party cloud
Cons
- Self-hosting requires maintaining your own Docker container and PostgreSQL database
- Cloud hosted tier has monthly execution limits
Make Key Features
- Infinite Drag-and-Drop Visual Flowchart Canvas
- Advanced Data Iterators, Aggregators & Arrays
- Granular Error Handling Routes & Fallbacks
- 1,800+ Apps and Native HTTP / Webhook Endpoints
n8n Key Features
- 100% Free Self-Hostable via Docker with Zero Execution Caps
- Built-In AI Agent & LangChain Integration Nodes
- Execute Custom JavaScript and Python Scripts Anywhere in Workflow
- 400+ Native Integrations and Unlimited Webhooks