Overview
n8n is the developer-friendly workflow automation tool that you can self-host for free. Features native AI Agent nodes, LangChain vector integrations, JavaScript/Python code nodes, and 400+ apps.
Available On
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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
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
Pricing Plans
Community (Self-Hosted)FREE
Free
- 100% free self-hosted
- Unlimited workflow executions
- Full AI Agent nodes
- Community support
Cloud StarterPAID
$20/mo
- Hosted by n8n
- 2,500 executions/month
- 5 active workflows
- Automated backups
Cloud ProPAID
$50/mo
- 10,000 executions/month
- 20 active workflows
- Execution history sharing
- Admin roles
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Quick Info
Websiten8n.io
CategoryAutomation & Integration
Team SizeSTARTUP
ReleasedJanuary 15, 2023
Last UpdatedSeptember 20, 2026
Monthly Visits14.0M
API AvailableYes
Open SourceYes
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Native LangChain nodes, autonomous AI Agents, vector store loaders, OpenAI function calling.
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