Comparison
n8n vs Make
n8n vs Make compared for business automation and AI agents: hosting, pricing model, AI features, ease of use, data control and when to choose each.
The short answer
What is the difference between n8n and make?
Choose n8n when you want self-hosting, data control, code where needed and predictable costs at high volume. Choose Make when a non-technical team wants a polished visual builder it can maintain itself and volumes are moderate.
Last reviewed · Dexorn Technologies
| n8n | Make | |
|---|---|---|
| Hosting | Self-hosted or n8n Cloud | Cloud only |
| Pricing model | Free self-hosted; cloud plans by executions | Plans by operations used |
| AI and agents | Native AI agent and LLM nodes, custom code | AI modules and integrations |
| Ease of use | Visual, more technical | Very visual, beginner friendly |
| Data control | Full control when self-hosted | Data processed in Make's cloud |
| Best for | High volume, sensitive data, AI agents | Teams that want to edit flows themselves |
Choose n8n when
- You run thousands of executions a day
- Data must stay on your own servers
- You need custom code or complex AI agents
Choose Make when
- Your team will maintain the workflows
- You prefer fully managed cloud
- Volumes are moderate
FAQ
Common questions
Which is cheaper, n8n or Make?
Self-hosted n8n is usually cheapest at high volume because you pay for the server, not per operation. Make can be cheaper for low volumes with no hosting to manage. Check current pricing for your expected usage.
Can Dexorn migrate workflows from Make to n8n?
Yes. We map existing scenarios, rebuild them in n8n with error handling and monitoring, and run both in parallel before switching over.
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