n8n

by n8n

Workflow automation you can self-host, with deep support for AI agents.

FreemiumEditor’s pick

Moving up: n8n 2.0 with native AI agent nodes (January 2026)

About

n8n combines a visual workflow editor with code when you need it. It offers native AI agent, memory and vector store nodes, and can be self-hosted or used in the cloud. Its source is available under the Sustainable Use License, a fair-code license rather than an OSI-approved open-source license.

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Useful features

  • Visual editor with optional code
  • AI agent, memory and vector store nodes
  • Self-hosted or managed cloud
  • Hundreds of integrations

Good for

  • AI agent workflows
  • Data pipelines
  • Teams that need data to stay in-house

Pricing

Freemium. Community Edition is free to self-host. Cloud plans are paid.

Why it’s an editor’s pick

Automation and agents: Workflows you can self-host, with deep support for AI agents.

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