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Make vs n8n for Agencies (2026): Which Is Better?
By Red Kite Search Agency Created Updated 7 min read
Summary
Choose Make for an easier hosted tool with stated security audits. Choose n8n for self-hosting, version control, and low cost on long workflows. Prices and ratings were checked in October 2026.
Make vs n8n: which is better for agencies in 2026?
Make and n8n are both visual automation builders that suit complex workflows. Make is hosted with credit-based pricing. n8n counts whole workflow runs and can be self-hosted.
We compared price, hosting, and security.
| Tool | Editorial score | Review-site ratings | Pricing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Make | 4.4 / 5 | G2 4.6 | Free for 1,000 credits a month. At 10,000 credits a month on annual billing, Core costs $12, Pro $21 and Teams $38 a month; Enterprise is custom. | Individuals to enterprises |
| n8n | 4.4 / 5 | G2 4.7 | Starter $20, Pro $50 and Business $800 a month on annual billing; Enterprise is quoted. A free self-hosted edition is available on GitHub. | Small teams to enterprises |
How do Make and n8n compare on price?
Make has a free plan and costs $12, $21, or $38 a month at 10,000 credits on annual billing. n8n costs $20, $50, or $800 a month on annual billing, with a free self-hosted edition.
| Tool | Plan | Price | What stands out |
|---|---|---|---|
| Make | Free | $0 | 1,000 credits a month; visual builder; 3,500+ apps; 15-minute minimum interval |
| Make | Core | $12 per month (annual billing) | 10,000 credits tier; unlimited active scenarios; scheduling to the minute; Make API |
| Make | Pro | $21 per month (annual billing) | 10,000 credits tier; priority execution; custom variables; full-text execution log search |
| Make | Teams | $38 per month (annual billing) | 10,000 credits tier; teams and team roles; shareable scenario templates |
| Make | Enterprise | Custom | Custom functions, 24/7 support, overage protection, advanced security, audit logs |
| n8n | Starter | $20 per month (annual billing) | 2.5K executions a month; 1 shared project; 5 concurrent executions; 1,600 assistant credits; forum support |
| n8n | Pro | $50 per month (annual billing) | 10K executions; 3 shared projects; 50 concurrent executions; admin roles; workflow history |
| n8n | Business | $800 per month (annual billing) | 40K executions; 6 shared projects; SSO and LDAP; multiple environments; Git version control; self-hosted only |
| n8n | Enterprise | Contact sales | Custom executions; unlimited projects; 200+ concurrent executions; SLA support; log streaming |
Which costs less?
It depends on workflow shape. Make is cheaper for many small runs, while n8n is cheaper for long workflows, since it counts one execution per run regardless of steps.
n8n Business is expensive and self-hosted only.
Estimate credits for your busiest scenario in Make and executions for the same workflow in n8n before you decide.
Also consider who will maintain the automations after launch. A tool the whole team can edit is worth more than a cheaper one that only one developer understands.
Which has stronger security evidence?
Make, which states SOC 2 Type II, a public SOC 3 report, and an ISO 27001 enterprise program. n8n SOC 2 and GDPR status were not stated on the pages checked.
n8n stores hosted data in Frankfurt and lets you self-host for full control.
If a client requires a specific data location, that difference may settle the choice, so check hosting regions with each vendor before you commit.
Which is better for team and developer workflows?
n8n, with Git version control, multiple environments, and queue mode on Business. Make offers unlimited users, teams and roles on Teams, and shareable templates.
Make is easier to learn.
How do Make and n8n compare on integrations, security, and support?
Beyond price, agencies ask about connections to their other tools, what to tell clients about security, and how quickly they can get help. This is what each vendor states publicly, as checked in October 2026.
| Area | Make | n8n |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | More than 3,500 apps, custom apps and a Make API | All integrations (nodes) included on every plan; a count was not stated |
| Security | SOC 2 Type II, a public SOC 3 report and an ISO 27001 enterprise program; GDPR adherence; 2FA on every plan; Enterprise adds SAML2 identity providers, org-wide 2FA enforcement and domain claim; AWS hosting in the EU or North America; AES-256 at rest and TLS 1.2 and 1.3 in transit | SSO and LDAP on Business; enforced 2FA on Enterprise; Hosted data is stored in Frankfurt, Germany; self-hosted data stays where you host it; SOC 2 and GDPR status were not stated on the pages checked |
| Support | Free: 90-day expert access; Core and Pro: technical support; Teams: dedicated consultants; Enterprise: 24/7 senior specialists | Starter, Pro and Business: forum support; Enterprise: dedicated support with an SLA |
| Apps | Mobile apps were not stated | Mobile apps were not stated |
What are the pros and cons of Make and n8n?
Here is where each tool helps agencies and where it can get in the way, based on plan details and public feedback.
Make pros
- Core from $12 a month for 10,000 credits on annual billing.
- Unlimited users and organization-level sharing on every plan.
- SOC 2 Type II, a public SOC 3 report and an ISO 27001 enterprise program; 2FA on every plan.
- More than 3,500 apps, routers, filters and AI agents.
Make cons
- Prices are shown for the 10,000-credit tier on annual billing and rise with credits; monthly prices were not stated.
- Free allows 1,000 credits a month and a 15-minute minimum interval.
- Teams and team roles start at $38 a month.
- Mobile apps were not stated, and data is hosted in the EU or North America only.
n8n pros
- Executions are counted per workflow run regardless of steps, starting at $20 a month for 2.5K executions on annual billing.
- All integrations are included on every plan.
- A self-hosted version is available on GitHub, and hosted data is stored in Frankfurt.
- Business adds SSO and LDAP, multiple environments and Git version control.
n8n cons
- Business costs $800 a month and is self-hosted only.
- Starter has 1 shared project and Pro 3.
- SOC 2, GDPR and an integration count were not stated on the pages checked.
- Enforced 2FA is Enterprise only, and dedicated support is Enterprise only.
What do reviewers say about Make and n8n?
G2 shows Make at 4.6 from 376 reviews and n8n at 4.7 from 319 reviews. n8n scores higher and Make has a slightly larger base.
| Tool | Source | Rating | Number of reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Make | G2 | 4.6 / 5 | 376 |
| n8n | G2 | 4.7 / 5 | 319 |
Reviewer themes for Make
- G2 shows Make at 4.6 from 376 reviews.
- Reviewers say everything works smoothly and they never felt blocked or limited.
- Most actions use one credit; routers and error handlers use none.
Reviewer themes for n8n
- G2 shows n8n at 4.7 from 319 reviews.
- G2 data shows 87% of reviewers give five stars.
- Reviewers praise the visual workflow builder for designing complex automations.
How does setup differ between Make and n8n?
Getting value from either tool depends on how you set it up, and the first steps differ. Here is the practical starting point for each.
Make: Start on the free plan and rebuild one existing automation as a Make scenario.
n8n: Try the self-hosted edition or a Starter plan with one workflow that matters.
What should agencies check before choosing between Make and n8n?
Small details in plans and limits decide whether a tool works in practice. Check these points for each tool during a trial on a real client account.
Before you buy Make
- Learn how credits are counted.
- Estimate monthly credits.
- Check roles and templates on Teams.
- Start on the free plan.
Before you buy n8n
- Decide between cloud and self-hosted.
- Estimate monthly executions.
- Read the licence terms.
- Try the self-hosted edition.
How should you test Make and n8n before deciding?
The fairest test is to run both tools on the same real client account for two weeks, with the same people, and compare the results rather than first impressions.
What to measure
- How long it takes a new team member to be productive in Make versus n8n.
- How often people open each tool without being reminded.
- Whether the plan you need includes the features you tested, not just the entry price.
- How a client reacts if you invite them to either tool.
- How much time the team spends on notifications, setup, and cleanup each week.
Which should you choose: Make or n8n?
Choose Make for an easier hosted tool with stated security audits. Choose n8n for self-hosting, version control, and low cost on long workflows.
Non-developers lean toward Make.
Choose Make if
- You build complex, branching automations.
- You want unlimited users at a low price.
- You want SOC 2 Type II evidence.
Skip Make if
- You want the easiest possible setup.
- You need self-hosting.
- You need monthly prices shown up front.
Choose n8n if
- You are a technical team.
- You want self-hosting and Git version control.
- You want execution-based pricing.
Skip n8n if
- You want a no-code, hosted tool only.
- You need SOC 2 stated up front.
- You cannot manage servers.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Make or n8n better?
- Make for ease and stated security audits, n8n for self-hosting and developer workflows.
- Which is cheaper?
- It depends. Make suits many small runs and n8n suits long workflows.
- Which can be self-hosted?
- n8n.
- Which states SOC 2?
- Make.
- Which has unlimited users?
- Make, on every plan.
Sources
Prices, plan limits, and ratings were gathered in October 2026 from:
- Make pricing page
- n8n pricing page
- G2