Head-to-head · Automation
n8n vs IFTTT
n8n leads on 0 checks, IFTTT on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoren8n · 8.9/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialboth
- Most featuresn8n · 2 of 5
n8n scores higher on our rubric for automation: 8.9 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #8.
n8n is the better fit for technical teams wanting self-hosted automation. IFTTT is the better fit for individuals automating everyday app and device tasks.
- n8n fits best
Technical teams wanting self-hosted automation
- IFTTT fits best
Individuals automating everyday app and device tasks
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Side by side
| Feature | n8n 8.9/10 Visit ↗ | IFTTT 8.4/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.9 | 8.4 |
| Ranking | #4 in Automation | #8 in Automation |
| Best for | Technical teams wanting self-hosted automation | Individuals automating everyday app and device tasks |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | €20/mo | $2.99/mo |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 14 days | 7 days |
| Free trial length | 14 days · no card needed | 7 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Community, Email | Email, Tickets, Docs |
| Compliance | SOC 2, GDPR, SSO/SAML, 2FA | GDPR, 2FA |
| Integrations | 2,192+ integrations | 1,000+ integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features n8n 2/5 · IFTTT 0/5 | ||
| No-code builder | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Multi-step workflows | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Conditional logic | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Self-hosted deployment | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Workflow templates | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Monthly run limit | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Our review | ||
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| Our verdict | n8n is a node-based automation platform for connecting applications, APIs, databases and internal tools. Its visual editor supports multi-step workflows, conditional branching, webhook and scheduled triggers, execution logs, debugging,… Read the review → |
IFTTT connects apps, devices, and online services through trigger-and-action Applets: a chosen event starts one or more actions. Its no-code web experience and iOS and Android apps suit individuals automating everyday tasks, including… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
n8n — where it wins
- Visual workflows support branching, webhooks, schedules and debugging
- JavaScript, Python, HTTP and GraphQL steps extend automation logic
- Cloud and Docker-based self-hosting support different deployment needs
Where it doesn't
- Advanced governance features are concentrated in the Business and Enterprise tiers
- Hosted Starter and Pro plans limit shared projects
- Enterprise pricing and execution limits are custom
IFTTT — where it wins
- Free plan includes 2 Applets and unlimited Applet runs
- Pro adds multi-action Applets and Webhooks for $2.99 per month
- Connects services such as Slack, Gmail, Google Drive, and Philips Hue
Where it doesn't
- Free plan is limited to 2 Applets
- Queries and filter code require Pro+
- Listed features focus on Applets rather than deep workflow orchestration
- n8n8.9/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial
Flexible visual automation with self-hosting, code steps and enterprise controls.
Visit n8nFull verdict → - IFTTT8.4/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
A low-cost way to automate everyday tasks across apps, services, and devices.
Visit IFTTTFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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