We've built automation workflows on all three platforms — n8n, Zapier, and Make — for enterprise clients across finance, healthcare, retail and logistics. Here's an honest comparison based on real project data.
At a Glance
n8n: Open-source, self-hostable, best for developers and complex AI pipelines. Zapier: Easiest to use, largest app library, best for simple tasks. Make: Visual, powerful, mid-ground between the two.
Pricing (2026)
- n8n: Free self-hosted; Cloud from /mo. Best value for high-volume workflows
- Zapier: Free tier (100 tasks/mo); Professional from /mo. Expensive at scale
- Make: Free tier (1,000 ops/mo); Core from .59/mo. Excellent value
AI Capabilities in 2026
All three now offer native AI nodes. n8n's AI agent framework is the most flexible for custom LLM pipelines. Zapier's AI features are easiest to configure. Make sits in the middle.
Our Recommendation
- Choose n8n if: you need complex AI workflows, self-hosting for data sovereignty, or deep customisation
- Choose Make if: you want power without heavy development, and visual workflow design
- Choose Zapier if: you need maximum app integrations quickly with minimal technical overhead
Eapps Global builds on all three. Contact us to discuss which platform fits your use case.