Make
Visual scenario builder for multi-step automations, billed per credit
Checked Oct 8, 2026
3 tools listed · Pricing checked October 2026
Workflow automation tools, compared
Compare platforms that connect your apps and run repetitive tasks for you — with pricing models, free tiers and limits side by side.
How to choose: Count the steps in your workflow and how often it runs: the same automation can use very different amounts of tasks, credits or executions depending on the platform. Self-hosting n8n removes execution limits but adds server upkeep.
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n8n
Workflow automation you can self-host for free or run in n8n's cloud
Checked Oct 8, 2026
Zapier
No-code automation connecting 8,000+ apps, billed per task
Checked Oct 8, 2026
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Pricing checked October 2026. Plans change often — confirm current pricing on each vendor's site. Some links are affiliate links; see our disclosure.
Common questions about workflow automation
How do Zapier, Make and n8n charge differently?
Zapier bills per task (each action step in a Zap), Make bills per credit (each module that runs in a scenario), and n8n bills per workflow execution on its cloud plans. The same automation can cost very different amounts on each, so estimate your monthly volume before choosing.
Is n8n really free?
The self-hosted Community Edition is free software with no execution limits, but you pay for the server it runs on and you maintain it yourself. n8n's managed cloud plans are paid.
How do you score each tool?
Every tool on this page is evaluated on the same four criteria: setup time, feature depth, support quality, and price-to-value. Numeric ratings are published only after hands-on testing. See our full methodology.