Bardeen vs n8n
Two of the most-asked-about agents in the workflow-automation space. Here's how they actually stack up.
Bardeen
AI agent for browser automation and multi-step workflows without writing code
Free + $99/mo
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Open-source workflow automation with native AI nodes for technical teams
Free + $20/mo
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| Bardeen | n8n | |
|---|---|---|
| Tagline | AI agent for browser automation and multi-step workflows without writing code | Open-source workflow automation with native AI nodes for technical teams |
| Pricing | Free + $99/mo | Free + $20/mo |
| Categories | workflow-automation, browser-automation, ai-agent | productivity, workflow-automation, open-source |
| Made by | Bardeen | n8n GmbH |
| Launched | 2020-09 | 2019-10 |
| Platforms | Chrome (extension), Web | macOS, Linux, Windows, Web, Cloud |
| Status | active | active |
Bardeen highlights
- + Magic Box natural language automation builder converts a description into a working playbook
- + Chrome extension runs automations directly in the browser context
- + 200+ pre-built integrations including LinkedIn, Salesforce, HubSpot, Notion, Airtable, Google Sheets
- + Scraper for extracting structured data from any web page
- + Scheduled and trigger-based playbook execution in the cloud
n8n highlights
- + Native AI nodes: connect OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, Mistral, and local models directly in visual workflows
- + Code nodes let you write arbitrary JavaScript or Python at any point in a workflow
- + Self-host on your own infrastructure with Docker, Kubernetes, or bare metal at no licensing cost
- + 500+ pre-built integrations covering Slack, Salesforce, Notion, HubSpot, Google Sheets, and more
- + Multiple agent architectures built-in: ReAct, Plan-and-Execute, OpenAI Functions, and Tools Agent
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Bardeen or n8n?
Neither is universally better. Bardeen (Free + $99/mo) leans into workflow-automation, while n8n (Free + $20/mo) is closer to productivity. Pick based on which workflow you actually do every day.
What is the price difference between Bardeen and n8n?
Bardeen is free + $99/mo. n8n is free + $20/mo. See the pricing row in the comparison table.
Can I use Bardeen and n8n together?
In most cases, yes. They serve overlapping but distinct needs, so running them side by side is common until you decide which fits your workflow.