n8n vs Zapier
Both are automation tools, but they suit different workflows. Zapier is the cheaper entry point; the sections below compare what we can actually verify — pricing, tier model and capability coverage.
A note on scores: we have not yet run either tool hands-on, so this page compares verifiable facts rather than our opinion. We do not publish scores we cannot defend.
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Side by side
| Attribute | n8n | Zapier |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Automation | Automation |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Freemium |
| Starting price | $20/mo | $19.99/mo |
| Our score | Not tested | Not tested |
| Verification | pricing verified | pricing verified |
| Standout metric | Open Source | 5000+ Integrations |
| Launched | 2019 | 2011 |
Capability coverage
| Capability | n8n | Zapier |
|---|---|---|
| 400+ Integrations | ||
| 5000+ Apps | ||
| Auto-Publish | ||
| Integrations | ||
| Open Source | ||
| Privacy | ||
| Self-Hosted | ||
| Workflows |
Coverage is based on the capabilities we catalog for each tool. A missing mark means we do not track that capability for it, not necessarily that it is impossible.
Common questions
- Is n8n or Zapier cheaper?
- Zapier is cheaper at the entry tier — $19.99/mo versus $20/mo. Check what each tier actually includes before deciding, since credit limits often matter more than headline price.
- What can n8n do that Zapier cannot?
- Based on the capabilities we track, n8n covers Open Source, Self-Hosted, 400+ Integrations where Zapier does not.
- What can n8n do that Zapier cannot?
- n8n covers 5000+ Apps, Auto-Publish, Workflows, which Zapier does not.