[00:00] N8n is blowing up right now, but how does it compare to Zapier? In Zapier, I just typed in the copilot. When I upload a YouTube video, draft a LinkedIn post with AI, and then publish it.
[00:13] Done in minutes, no coding, and no setup. In N8n, I had to self-host with Docker, build my own triggers, add cutoff logic, connect Gemini with an API key, and even create a LinkedIn developer app just to post.
[00:27] Now, it works, but it's a lot more work. And on pricing, N8n looks cheaper up front. But once you add the servers and upkeep, Zapier often wins on total cost, especially for enterprises. Plus,
[00:42] N8n's August 2025 pricing change added per-workflow execution fees even for self-hosting on your own hardware, which many users call a success tax at scale. Now, if you love tinkering, N8n is flexible,
[00:56] But for most teams, Zapier is easier, faster, more secure, and often cheaper at scale. Links down below.