n8n Automation —
self-hosted workflows without per-task fees
n8n is an open-source workflow automation platform. Self-hosted on your own EU server, it has no per-execution fees and keeps customer data within your own infrastructure. It supports AI agents (OpenAI, Anthropic Claude) and custom JavaScript or Python steps for edge-case logic.
Open-source workflow engine with unlimited executions, self-hosted deployment, and built-in AI agent nodes. We design and deploy n8n solutions from €250 in 5–14 business days.
Why n8n
Three reasons businesses pick n8n over cloud platforms
n8n earns its place when a business needs predictable cost at scale, full data residency, or AI agent logic deeper than what most cloud platforms offer out of the box.
Self-hosted deployment keeps customer data on your own infrastructure. Useful when you handle regulated data (legal, medical, financial) and want full control of access and credentials.
No per-task or per-operation pricing. You pay only the server (~€5–20/month). Volume can grow 10× without a 10× bill.
500+ pre-built integrations plus full HTTP/REST and GraphQL support. Drop into raw JavaScript or Python when a no-code node falls short.
Cost predictability
Zapier costs grow with you. n8n stays predictable.
Zapier and Make charge per executed operation. As your business grows, the bill grows with it — 2,000+ tasks/month can cost $49–$299+.
Self-hosted n8n has no per-execution fee. You pay only the server (~€5–20/month) and run as many workflows as your infrastructure supports.
Predictable cost as volume scales, no vendor lock-in on the orchestration layer, and full control of your workflows and credentials.
Book a free 30-minute audit. We assess fit and return a fixed quote.
Common patterns
Five common n8n workflows
- 1PDF invoice arrives by email → Vision-AI OCR extracts data → a purchase record is created automatically in the ERP → the bookkeeper receives a Slack confirmation.
- 2New lead from a web form → n8n creates a Pipedrive contact → AI scores priority → a personalised email is sent within 30 seconds.
- 3Nightly sync between the e-commerce store, warehouse, and accounting system, so stock and order data stay aligned without manual exports.
- 4AI agent monitors a shared inbox → classifies the request → drafts an answer for standard cases → escalates to a manager for the rest.
- 5A Slack command (e.g. /report) triggers n8n to compile a weekly report from several systems and post it back as a PDF.
n8n vs alternatives
Why teams switch from Zapier or Make to n8n
| Factor | n8n (self-hosted) | Zapier | Make |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly fee | ~€5–20 (server) | from $20 | from $9 |
| Execution limit | Unlimited | Plan-bound | Operation-bound |
| AI agents | Native (OpenAI, Claude) | Limited | Limited |
| Self-hosting | Yes | No | No |
| Custom code | Full JS / Python | Sandboxed | Sandboxed |
| Data residency | Your server | US instances | EU instances |
Decision guide
When n8n fits — and when it doesn't
How we work
From audit to live n8n deployment
We map the process, identify bottlenecks, and confirm whether n8n is the right tool.
We design the workflow logic and the self-hosted infrastructure.
We build the workflows with error handling, retry logic, and monitoring.
We test against real data and edge cases before production.
We hand over a working system with training and 30 days of close support.
Common n8n integrations
Pricing
n8n project pricing
MVP with 1–3 workflows. A good first n8n project.
5–14 business days
- ✓1–3 workflows
- ✓Deployment on your server
- ✓Error handling
- ✓30-day support
- ✓Training session
Multi-step integrations with AI nodes and several connected systems.
2–4 weeks
- ✓5–15 workflows
- ✓AI nodes (OpenAI / Claude)
- ✓Multi-system integrations
- ✓Monitoring and digests
- ✓60-day support
Complex AI agents, ERP integrations, full automation.
4–8 weeks
- ✓AI agents with memory
- ✓ERP / CRM integrations
- ✓Vector database
- ✓SLA and monitoring
- ✓Dedicated support
Exact pricing is fixed after the free 30-minute audit. Full automation pricing →
Case study
Invoice OCR into Rivilė
A wholesale company replaced ~15 hours/month of manual invoice entry into Rivilė with an orchestration + Vision-AI pipeline. Project delivered in 10 business days.
Read the case →Frequently asked questions
- How is n8n different from Zapier and Make?
- n8n is open-source and can be self-hosted on your own server. Zapier and Make charge per executed operation, which scales painfully as volume grows. Self-hosted n8n has no per-execution fee — only the server cost.
- Can you deploy a self-hosted n8n instance for us?
- Yes. We deploy n8n on your VPS, AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud environment. Aside from the server itself (~€5–20/month), there is no platform subscription, and your data stays on your infrastructure.
- How does self-hosted n8n compare on security?
- Self-hosted n8n keeps customer data on your own infrastructure — useful when you handle regulated data (legal, medical, financial) and want full control of who can access workflows and credentials.
- What does an n8n project typically cost?
- Starter workflows (1–3 automations): from €250, delivered in 5–14 business days. Mid-size pipelines: €700–2,000. Complex AI-agent pipelines: from €2,000. The exact quote comes after a free audit.
- Does n8n support AI agents with memory?
- Yes. n8n has native nodes for OpenAI, Anthropic Claude, and vector stores (e.g. Pinecone, Qdrant). We use these to build Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) workflows where agents recall earlier context across runs.
- Does n8n connect to custom or legacy APIs?
- Yes. n8n supports HTTP/REST, GraphQL, and raw webhooks, so any system that exposes an API can be integrated. For unusual cases we drop into a JavaScript or Python step.
- How fast can an n8n project go live?
- Audits typically come back within 48 hours. A first workflow MVP usually goes live 3–5 business days after we agree the scope.
- Are there any recurring fees from your side?
- No. Our delivery is a one-time engineering fee. You own the resulting workflows and the n8n instance running on your server.
Start your n8n project
The first 30-minute audit is free. You receive a fixed quote and a plan for your process.
Request an n8n quote
Describe the process you want to automate — we assess fit and return a fixed quote within 48 hours.
- ✅Free 30-min audit
- ⚡Response within 24 hours
- 📋Firm pricing quote
- 🔒GDPR compliant
- 🤝Zero initial obligations