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Editorial comparison for operators. Ratings are sample data unless verified.
This comparison puts Make and n8n side by side for operators evaluating them in 2026 — pricing model, free access, API availability, and editorial fit. Both compete in ai tools, so the decision usually comes down to pricing model, integrations, and how each fits an existing workflow. Treat ratings and pricing as directional and confirm current details on each vendor's site before committing.
| Attribute | Make | n8n |
|---|---|---|
| Type | tool | tool |
| Summary | Visual automation for ops teams who need branching logic, not just sync. Make handles the messy middle between your tools. | Self-hosted workflow automation for operators who refuse SaaS lock-in. Build complex integrations without leaving your infrastructure. |
| Pricing | freemium · See vendor site | freemium · See vendor site |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Yes |
| Editor rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Categories | ai-tools, automation, operations | ai-tools, automation, operations |
| Key features | Visual workflow builder with branching, loops, and conditional logic · 500+ pre-built integrations (Stripe, Airtable, Salesforce, HubSpot, Slack, etc.) · Data transformation functions (text, arrays, date manipulation) without code · Webhook triggers and scheduled execution (cron-style) · Error handling and activity logging for debugging failed runs | Self-hosted and cloud deployment options · Visual workflow builder with 400+ pre-built integrations · Custom JavaScript/Python node support for logic you can't pre-build · Conditional branching, loops, and error handling · Webhook triggers and HTTP polling |
| Actions |
Make: Visual automation for ops teams who need branching logic, not just sync. Make handles the messy middle between your tools. Pricing: freemium (from See vendor site). n8n: Self-hosted workflow automation for operators who refuse SaaS lock-in. Build complex integrations without leaving your infrastructure. Pricing: freemium (from See vendor site). Both are covered editorially on OperatorRadar; verify current features on the vendor sites.
Make and n8n list free access (trial or free plan). Check each vendor for current limits.
On editorial rating, Make scores highest (4). Ratings are sample data — weight them against your own pilot. Make is the most budget-friendly entry point — it offers a free plan to start. n8n is open source, which matters if self-hosting or auditability is a requirement.
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