Alternatives · Agents & Automation
n8n alternatives
The closest alternatives to n8n are Relevance AI, Activepieces and Tess, which also cover building AI agents and automating workflows between apps. 11 of the 15 listed here can be used for free, including Relevance AI and Activepieces. The lowest paid plan starts at $10 per month (Notion).
- Alternatives
- 15
- Free options
- 11
- Updated
- Nov 2026
Closest first: ordered by how many of n8n's tasks each tool shares, then by popularity.
- 1

Relevance AIVerifiedFree tier
A platform for teams to build, run and monitor AI agents and multi-agent workflows.
Also does:Building AI agentsAutomating workflows between appsAdding human approval to AI workflowsAutomating repetitive tasks
API
- 2
ActivepiecesVerifiedFree tier · from $20/mo
Open-source automation platform where teams build AI agents and workflows by describing them in chat.
Also does:Automating workflows between appsBuilding AI agentsAutomating repetitive tasksAdding human approval to AI workflows
Web
- 3
TessVerifiedPaid · from $20.83/mo
AI workforce platform for teams that need governed agents with memory, budgets, and approvals.
Also does:Building AI agentsAutomating repetitive tasksAutomating workflows between appsAdding human approval to AI workflows
API
- 4
GumloopVerifiedFree trial · from $37/mo
Lets teams build and share AI agents that carry out work across their business apps and the web.
Also does:Building AI agentsAutomating workflows between appsAdding human approval to AI workflowsAutomating repetitive tasks
Web
- 5
ZapierVerifiedFree tier · from $19.99/mo
Automation platform that connects apps and AI tools so teams can run and govern workflows.
Also does:Automating workflows between appsAutomating repetitive tasksBuilding AI agents
API
- 6

MakeVerifiedFree tier · from $12/mo
Lets teams build, run, and monitor AI agents and app-to-app automations in a visual workspace.
Also does:Automating workflows between appsBuilding AI agentsAutomating repetitive tasks
API
- 7

NotionVerifiedFree tier · from $10/mo
A connected workspace for team notes, projects, and knowledge, with AI and agents built in.
Also does:Building AI agentsAutomating repetitive tasks
API
- 8

ClayVerifiedFree tier · from $185/mo
Clay helps GTM teams source and enrich data, run agents, and build outbound workflows.
Also does:Automating workflows between appsAutomating repetitive tasks
API · Command line
- 9

LindyVerifiedFree trial · from $29.99/mo
An AI teammate that plugs into your work apps to run scheduled and on-demand tasks for your team.
Also does:Automating repetitive tasksAutomating workflows between apps
Web
- 10
Sarvam AIVerifiedPay as you go
Sarvam AI gives developers speech, translation, and document APIs for Indic-language products.
Also does:Building AI agentsAutomating workflows between apps
Web · API
- 11

BotpressVerifiedFree tier · from $150/mo
Build AI support agents that resolve tickets and take actions like refunds, without code.
Also does:Building AI agentsAutomating workflows between apps
Web · API
- 12

CrispVerifiedFree tier · from $45/mo
Crisp is a customer support platform with a shared inbox, website chat, and no-code AI agents for support teams.
Also does:Building AI agentsAutomating repetitive tasks
Web · iOS · Android
- 13

MomenticVerifiedFree tier · from $125/mo
AI QA engineer that runs end-to-end checks on web, iOS, and Android apps for engineering teams.
Also does:Automating repetitive tasks
Web · iOS · Android
- 14

ShortwaveVerifiedFree trial · from $30/mo
An AI email assistant for teams and professionals that organizes inboxes, drafts replies, and schedules meetings.
Also does:Automating repetitive tasksAutomating workflows between apps
iOS · Android · Mac · Windows
- 15

ZendeskVerifiedFree trial · from $19/mo
A customer service platform that combines ticketing, support channels, and AI agents for service teams.
Also does:Automating repetitive tasksAutomating workflows between apps
Web · API
At a glance
| Tool | Pricing | Free | Platforms | API | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| n8n | Free trial | Yes | API, Command line | Yes | Nov 3, 2026 |
| Relevance AI | Free tier | Yes | API | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Activepieces | Free tier · from $20/mo | Yes | Web | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Tess | Paid · from $20.83/mo | No | API | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Gumloop | Free trial · from $37/mo | Yes | Web | No | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Zapier | Free tier · from $19.99/mo | Yes | API | Yes | Nov 3, 2026 |
| Make | Free tier · from $12/mo | Yes | API | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Notion | Free tier · from $10/mo | Yes | API | Yes | Nov 3, 2026 |
| Clay | Free tier · from $185/mo | Yes | API, Command line | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Lindy | Free trial · from $29.99/mo | No | Web | No | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Sarvam AI | Pay as you go | Yes | Web, API | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Botpress | Free tier · from $150/mo | Yes | Web, API | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Crisp | Free tier · from $45/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Momentic | Free tier · from $125/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Shortwave | Free trial · from $30/mo | No | iOS, Android, Mac, Windows | No | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Zendesk | Free trial · from $19/mo | No | Web, API | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
Common questions
- What is the best alternative to n8n?
- Relevance AI is the closest match: it also covers building AI agents, automating workflows between apps and adding human approval to AI workflows. Activepieces and Tess come next. Alternatives are ordered by how many of n8n's tasks they share, then by how popular they are.
- Is there a free alternative to n8n?
- Yes. Relevance AI, Activepieces and Gumloop can be used for free. Relevance AI has a free plan.
- What is the cheapest alternative to n8n?
- Among paid plans, Notion starts lowest at $10 per month.
- Which n8n alternatives have a mobile app?
- Crisp, Momentic and Shortwave have an iPhone or Android app.