The short version: Zapier is the only one of the two with linked owner reports that it stuck. n8n has no linked owner reports on our board yet — that's missing evidence, not a verdict against it.
| Zapier | n8n | |
|---|---|---|
| Owner verdict | STUCK | UNRATED |
| Starts at | Free (100 tasks/mo); Pro $19.99/mo billed yearly source · checked 2026-11-01 | €20/mo (Starter, annual) source · checked 2026-11-01 |
| Setup (editor estimate) | 1–3 days | 1–2 weeks |
| Who hits send (editor estimate) | Acts on its own | Acts on its own |
| Note | Pro's entry tier is 750 tasks/mo ($29.99 billed monthly). | — |
STUCK — owners report still using it
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UNRATED — no linked owner reports yet
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