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n8n
FreemiumDEVFair-code workflow automation without Zapier prices.
FREEDOM SCORE1.5Locked
×Is it free?
+1.5×Open source?
+1.5✓Self-hostable?
+1.0✓Data export?
+0.5×Free pricing tier?
+0.5RELEVANCE SCORE5.0Active
✓Actively maintained?
+1.5✓Large community?
+1.5✓Has public API?
+1.0✓Commit < 3 months?
+0.5✓Stars > 20k?
+0.5About n8n
Visually model nodes logic pipelines. Connect APIs, sync files, and process automated schedules instantly.
WHAT IT DOES WELL
- +Visual node programming editor is extremely intuitive
- +Supports complex branch conditions and custom JS code blocks
HONEST PROBLEMS
- ✗Fair-code license prevents offering it commercially
SELF-HOSTABILITY PROFILE
DifficultyMEDIUM
License typeSustainable Use License
💡 "Massive savior for low-code automation."
PROJECT METRICS
Repositorygithub.com/n8n-io/n8n
LicenseSustainable Use License
GitHub Stars⭐ 44,200
Last CommitMay 30, 2026
Last VerifiedVerified May 2026