n8n

n8n is a Berlin-based workflow automation platform that combines AI capabilities with business process automation. Founded in 2019 by Jan Oberhauser, the company offers a visual, node-based editor that allows users to create custom integrations and multi-step workflows without extensive coding. The platform is open-source and distributed under a fair-code license, enabling self-hosting while fostering a community of developers. The primary product is the n8n platform, which features a visual workflow builder for connecting various applications, services, and AI models. Users can start with simple automations and later incorporate custom JavaScript or Python for more advanced functionality. n8n also offers an embedding option for businesses to integrate its automation capabilities into their own applications. With deployment options for both self-hosting and managed cloud services, n8n serves technical users, including developers and operations teams, in the B2B SaaS market. The company has raised approximately $253.1 million in funding and has a valuation of $2.5 billion.

• Open-source workflow automation: visual node-based builder
• self-hostable or cloud
• AI agent workflows
• fair-code license

Free self-hosted; cloud tiers from ~$20/month