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n8n vs Activepieces

A side-by-side comparison of two open-source tools to help you choose the right one.

Feature
SummaryWorkflow automation for technical teams.All-in-one, truly open automation.
GitHub stars95K14K
LicenseSource AvailableMIT
LanguageTypeScriptTypeScript
PricingFree & Open SourceFree & Open Source
Self-hostable
ReplacesZapier, IFTTTZapier, IFTTT
Rating4.8 / 54.6 / 5

n8n features

  • Visual node-based workflow editor
  • 400+ app integrations
  • Code nodes for custom logic
  • AI/LLM nodes for agent workflows
  • Self-host for unlimited executions

Activepieces features

  • Visual flow builder with branching
  • Open-source pieces catalog
  • AI steps and chat triggers
  • Write your own pieces in TypeScript
  • Zero-cost self-hosting

n8npros & cons

Pros

  • Code when you need it, no-code when you don't
  • No per-task pricing self-hosted
  • Strong AI automation support

Cons

  • Fair-code license limits resale
  • Complex flows need debugging skill

Activepiecespros & cons

Pros

  • Fully MIT-licensed
  • Easy to extend with custom pieces
  • Generous free self-hosting

Cons

  • Smaller integration catalog than incumbents
  • Younger ecosystem

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