Albato vs n8n (2026): Pricing, Features & Which to Choose

Who comes out ahead

Based only on the facts in our directory. The right pick still depends on the job you need done.

Lower starting price
Not comparable
Not comparable: n8n does not list a price
Free plan
Tie
Both have one
Higher rating
Tie
4.4 against 4.4
Same job?
Yes
Both are Automation tools

Side by side

Compared on	Albato	n8n
Our rating	4.4	4.4
Starts at	$15/mo	Free
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Category	Automation	Automation
Plans	From $15/mo	Community EditionFree, self-hosted Starter€24/mo, or €20/mo billed yearly Pro€60/mo, or €50/mo billed yearly Business€800/mo, or €667/mo billed yearly EnterpriseQuote only
Key features	Unlimited task execution within plan tiers Visual, no-code workflow builder Webhook support for custom integrations Growing library of app connections Free tier for testing workflows	Source-available under a fair-code license, self-hostable Function nodes for inline JavaScript or Python code Node-based visual workflow builder Free, unlimited self-hosting Popular specifically among developers and technical teams
Pros	Unlimited-task pricing avoids per-run cost anxiety at scale Genuinely lower cost than usage-metered competitors for high volume Visual builder keeps setup accessible without code	Self-hosting avoids per-task pricing anxiety at scale Inline code nodes give real flexibility beyond visual blocks alone Strong reputation and active community among technical users
Cons	Smaller app integration library than the largest competitors Brand recognition is lower than more established automation platforms Advanced features still require moving to higher-priced tiers	Fair-code license is more restrictive than fully permissive open source Self-hosting requires real infrastructure and maintenance Steeper learning curve for non-technical users than simpler tools
Company	Albato, founded 2018	n8n GmbH, founded 2019

Prices come from each vendor's pricing page, last checked 20260629. Check the vendor before you buy.

FAQ

Questions people ask

Is Albato better than n8n?

In our reviews Albato scores 4.4 and n8n scores 4.4. The better pick depends on the job. Albato: Unlimited-task pricing instead of charging per automation run. n8n: Source-available and self-hostable, favored by developers.

Which is cheaper, Albato or n8n?

Albato: from $15/mo. n8n: free.

Do Albato and n8n have free plans?

Yes, both have a free plan.

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