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n8n

Visual workflow automation platform with custom code and AI agent capabilities.

From the Xiry library · Updated 3 October 2026

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n8n is a workflow automation platform that combines a node-based visual interface with custom JavaScript or Python scripting. It lets you automate business logic, connect hundreds of apps, and build multi-agent AI pipelines. You can use their hosted cloud service or self-host it on your own servers to run workflows without per-step pricing limits.

What it's for

  • Connect disparate business apps and internal APIs into automated workflows
  • Build autonomous AI agents with RAG and human-in-the-loop approvals
  • Automate IT and security incident response ticketing pipelines
  • Sync customer data across CRMs, messaging apps, and databases

Features

  • Node-based visual workflow editor
  • Over 500 pre-built app integrations plus custom HTTP request nodes
  • Direct JavaScript and Python code execution within workflow steps
  • Built-in AI agent support, RAG tooling, and MCP compatibility
  • Self-hosting via Docker or deployment on managed cloud
  • Granular execution debugging with step-by-step re-run and mock data support

Pricing

Freemium. Free to self-host (fair-code); paid managed cloud tiers and Enterprise plans available.

Details

Type
Web app
Category
Development
Topic
Workflow Automation
Open source
No
Platforms
Web, Self-hosted
For
Developers, technical teams, and operations specialists wanting flexible automation.
Alternative to
Zapier, Make, Tray.io
Tags
automation, workflows, self hosted, ai agents, integrations, low code

Why it was saved

  • @theaiagents, 13 April 2025: Enables building flexible automations across any app or API without strict paywalls on step execution when self-hosted.

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