What is n8n?
A workflow automation tool with a visual editor, code when needed, AI agent nodes and the option to self-host under a fair-code licence.
Business use cases
- Build AI agents that answer from internal documents
- Automate data sync between tools
- Run high-volume workflows on your own server
Best for
Technical teams and self-hosting.
Before you choose it
- Check current prices and plan limits on the official site; they change often.
- Read the data-protection settings before using client or personal data.
- Test it on one real task for a week and measure the time saved.
- Compare it with one or two of the alternatives on this page.
