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Side-by-side breakdowns of the top automation platforms. Find the right fit for your workflow.
No-code hosted platform vs open-source self-hosted automation
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Make is better for teams that want a managed, polished no-code experience. n8n is better for developers who want full control, self-hosting, and code-level customization. For most form automation use cases, Make offers the better out-of-box experience.
| Feature | Make | n8n |
|---|---|---|
| Visual workflow builder | ✅ | ✅ |
| Free tier | 1,000 ops/mo | Self-host: unlimited |
| Pre-built integrations | ~1,500 | ~400 |
| Custom code execution | — | JS / Python |
| Self-hosting option | — | ✅ |
| Webhook triggers | ✅ | ✅ |
| Sub-workflows | ✅ | ✅ |
| Error handling | ✅ | ✅ |
| Custom npm packages | — | ✅ |
| Team collaboration | ✅ | Enterprise |
| Tier | Make | n8n |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 (1,000 ops) | $0 (self-host) |
| Core | $9/mo | $20/mo (cloud) |
| Pro | $16/mo | $50/mo (cloud) |
| Enterprise | Custom | Custom |
Make:
Polished drag-and-drop, minimal setup, non-technical friendly
n8n:
Developer-oriented, JSON nodes, requires technical familiarity
Make:
No-code teams, quick deployment, managed infrastructure
n8n:
Developers, self-hosting, full code control, high-volume workloads
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