# Claude vs n8n

> Claude: Anthropic's AI assistant for writing, analysis, coding and working with files
> n8n: Build and self-host workflow automations and AI agents with visual nodes and custom code

- Claude profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/claude
- n8n profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/n8n
- Comparison page: https://finderatlas.com/compare/claude-vs-n8n
- Last reviewed: November 2026

## Verdict

Claude is listed under AI Assistants and n8n under Productivity. Claude scores higher in FinderAtlas's editorial review (9.1 vs 8.3 out of 10). Both have a free plan or trial. Only Claude is available on Windows, macOS and iOS.

### Choose Claude if

- You want a tool built for coding and code review.
- Free plan includes web search, file creation, code execution and memory.
- Artifacts show generated code and pages beside the chat.

### Choose n8n if

- You want a tool built for Teams that want self-hostable automation with code-level control and AI agent workflows.
- Free self-hosted Community Edition with almost the full feature set and no license key.
- Execution-based pricing counts a whole workflow run as one execution, however many steps it has.

## Pricing

| | Claude | n8n |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Freemium |
| Free plan or trial | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | $0 | $0 |

## Features

| Feature | Claude | n8n |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Artifacts | Yes | Not listed |
| Projects | Yes | Limited |
| Claude Code | Yes | Not listed |
| File creation and code execution | Yes | Not listed |
| Web search and Research | Yes | Not listed |
| Memory | Yes | Not listed |
| Connectors | Yes | Not listed |
| Vision and document reading | Yes | Not listed |
| Claude in Chrome | Yes | Not listed |
| Visual Workflow Canvas | Not listed | Yes |
| Code in Any Step | Not listed | Yes |
| AI Agents and RAG | Not listed | Yes |
| MCP Support | Not listed | Yes |
| Human-in-the-Loop Approvals | Not listed | Yes |
| 500+ Integrations | Not listed | Yes |
| Faster Iteration | Not listed | Yes |
| Templates | Not listed | Yes |
| Enterprise Controls | Not listed | Yes |
| Flexible Deployment | Not listed | Yes |

## Platforms

| Platform | Claude | n8n |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | No |
| macOS | Yes | No |
| iOS | Yes | No |
| Android | Yes | No |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Browser Extension | No | No |
| Linux | Yes | No |
| Chrome Extension | Yes | No |

## Claude strengths

- Free plan includes web search, file creation, code execution and memory
- Artifacts show generated code and pages beside the chat
- Claude Code is included with Pro, Max, Ultra and Team
- Connectors use MCP to reach Slack, Google Workspace and other tools
- Available on web, desktop, iOS and as a Chrome extension, plus an API and major cloud platforms

## Claude limitations

- Usage limits on every plan, with weekly caps (and five-hour caps below Ultra) and no published message counts
- Does not generate images
- The higher individual tiers are costly: Max is $100 per month and Ultra is $200 per month
- Linux desktop app is still in beta

## n8n strengths

- Free self-hosted Community Edition with almost the full feature set and no license key.
- Execution-based pricing counts a whole workflow run as one execution, however many steps it has.
- JavaScript and Python can be used in any step, which suits technical users.
- More than 500 integrations and over 10,000 community templates.
- On-premises and air-gapped deployment plus SSO, LDAP and audit logging for enterprises.

## n8n limitations

- Fair-code license is not OSI-approved open source.
- Business tier starts at about €667 per month billed annually and is self-hosted only for now, with a Cloud waitlist.
- The Community Edition lacks projects, SSO, Git version control and log streaming.
- Cloud Starter is capped at 2.5K executions per month and 5 concurrent executions.

## FAQ

**Is Claude better than n8n?**

It depends on your workflow. Claude is built for coding and code review. n8n is built for Teams that want self-hostable automation with code-level control and AI agent workflows.

**What are the key feature differences between Claude and n8n?**

Claude: Anthropic's AI assistant for writing, analysis, coding and working with files. n8n: Build and self-host workflow automations and AI agents with visual nodes and custom code. Claude is rated 4.5/5 from 2 user reviews.

**Does Claude or n8n have a free plan?**

Yes, both do. Claude is freemium and n8n is freemium, and each has a free plan or trial.

**Which is cheaper, Claude or n8n?**

Both can be used for free. Paid plans differ in limits and features, so compare the tiers in the pricing table above.