and Make are the two agencies weigh most once Zapier gets too expensive. Make is the friendlier visual builder; n8n is more flexible and far cheaper at volume, especially self-hosted, and it can be white-labeled so client data stays yours. Here is the honest n8n vs Make breakdown for an agency.
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| n8n | Make | Zapier | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Flat or self-hosted, executions effectively unlimited | Per operation, every step counts | Per task, climbs fastest |
| Cost at agency volume | Lowest | Middle | Highest |
| Custom logic and code | Full JavaScript and Python nodes | Some functions, limited | Minimal |
| Self-host and own your data | Yes | No | No |
| White-label for clients | Yes (self-hosted) | Limited | No |
| Ease of starting | Steeper | Moderate, visual | Easiest |
| Native connectors | 400+ plus any API via HTTP | 1500+ | 7000+ |
For an agency automating client work at volume, n8n wins on cost, flexibility, and data ownership; Make wins on a gentler visual learning curve and a bigger native connector library. If per-operation pricing or a ceiling on custom logic is your pain, n8n is the move. AOC builds on n8n and migrates agencies off Make.
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