n8n
n8n.io
Source-available workflow automation with native AI agent nodes
Alternative to Gumloop
Render
Railway +1 more
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About n8n
n8n is a node-based automation platform you can self-host, with 400+ integrations, code steps when you need them and LangChain-powered AI agent nodes. Popular with technical teams that outgrow closed automation tools.
Published 2026-08-06 · Links checked 2026-09-14
n8n in their own words
“n8n is a workflow automation platform that uniquely combines AI capabilities with business process automation, giving technical teams the flexibility of code with the speed of no-code.”
Where n8n fits
n8n is tagged #automation, #self-hosted, #workflows. Each tag links to every listed tool that shares it.
- #automation — 35 listed tools share this tag, including Gumloop
- #self-hosted — 4 listed tools share this tag
- #workflows — 5 listed tools share this tag, including Gumloop
n8n is one of 77 Dev Tools listed on ToolDock. Also in Dev Tools: Replit, Exa, Astro — see the Dev Tools ranking (neutral, stable positions; no paid placement).
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n8n alternatives
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Frequently asked questions
What is n8n?
n8n is a Dev tool: Source-available workflow automation with native AI agent nodes. It is listed on ToolDock with a direct link to its official site.
Is n8n free?
n8n is listed as freemium on ToolDock: it offers a free tier alongside paid plans. Pricing label set at listing time; official pricing page linked where verified — see the official website for current details.
What are the best n8n alternatives?
Alternatives to n8n listed on ToolDock (matched by shared tags and category) include Gumloop, Render, Railway, Fly.io. See the full list of n8n alternatives.