Zapier alternatives, honestly compared, with prices

Updated 17 Oct 2026Prices checked 18 Oct 2026How we check prices

The alternatives

How we order

5 alternatives

  1. n8n

    Automation

    Best for: Technical teams wanting control and self-hosting

    Fair-code workflow automation with AI agents; self-host or cloud.

    Free planFair-code (source-available)Self-hostable

    Price in EUR · USD price not available

    Cloud Starter €20/mo, Pro €50/mo (billed annually) · free plan

    Checked 18 Oct 2026 · source (n8n pricing source, opens in a new tab)

    All plans

    Self-hosted Community Edition free; Cloud Starter €20/mo, Pro €50/mo (billed annually)

    ★ 207.8k · Sustainable Use License · Setup 3/5 · repo (n8n GitHub repository)

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FAQ

What are the alternatives to Zapier?

This page lists 6: Make, n8n, Activepieces, Pipedream, Windmill, Huginn.

Is there a free alternative to Zapier?

Yes. n8n, Activepieces, Pipedream, Windmill, Huginn offer a free plan or free version.

Is there an open-source alternative to Zapier?

Yes: Activepieces, Windmill, Huginn.

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