n8n review: a visual workflow editor with code steps and self-hosting. Check its execution-based cloud pricing and source-available license first.
By Mike Stay · Published September 23, 2026 · Verified October 17, 2026
Quick verdict
Best for: Technical teams that want a visual automation builder with code steps, execution-based cloud billing, or the option to self-host.
Not ideal for: Non-technical users who want the simplest setup, or businesses that plan to offer n8n itself to customers as a hosted service without reviewing its license terms.
Starting price: €0 for self-hosted Community Edition; infrastructure and maintenance are separate
Key strength: One workflow execution can contain many steps, and self-hosting gives technical teams control over where they run the software.
Key weakness: Self-hosting requires operating the service, while cloud plans have execution limits and the Sustainable Use License restricts some commercial uses.
Overall rating: 8.5/10
Read the full review, with pricing, pros and cons and alternatives, at truetropical.co
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