n8n Review 2026

Self-host powerful visual workflows to connect apps, data, and APIs.

Key Features

  • Extensive library of 400+ native integrations
  • Custom JavaScript code nodes for complex logic
  • Binary data handling for files and images
  • Self-hostable for maximum security and privacy
  • Advanced error handling and retry mechanisms

Best For

Automation specialists and technical teams who need more control over their data flows than Zapier allows.

Pros

  • No per-task pricing (if self-hosted)
  • Extremely flexible logic and branching
  • Large and active community templates
  • Privacy-focused self-hosting option

Cons

  • Steeper learning curve than simple tools
  • Cloud version can become expensive at scale

Pricing

Cloud plans start at €20/mo. Self-hosting is free under the sustainable license.