n8n vs Make vs Zapier: cost comparison
The platforms bill differently: Zapier per task (each action step), Make per operation (each module run), and n8n Cloud per workflow execution, however many steps it has. That makes n8n relatively cheaper for long, multi-step workflows.
Vendor prices are a snapshot from 2026-10-21. Entry paid tiers, billed monthly, USD. Vendors change plans often; check before buying. Overage is estimated pro-rata from the entry tier.
| Platform | Billable units / month | Est. cost / month | Agencies listed | Median agency start price |
|---|
Compare agencies: n8n · Make · Zapier · pricing benchmarks
Questions
Which is cheapest?
For high-volume, multi-step workflows, n8n is usually cheapest, and self-hosted n8n costs only hosting. For low volume with simple two-step zaps, the difference is small.
Are these prices exact?
No. They are list prices checked on 2026-10-21, extrapolated linearly. Real tiers step up in blocks.
Get matched with 3 vetted agencies
Describe the project. We read every brief and introduce you to three agencies from this index that fit it, usually within 2 working days. Free for buyers; agencies can't pay to be picked.