Gumloop vs n8n
Two of the most-asked-about agents in the productivity space. Here's how they actually stack up.
Gumloop
Visual no-code platform for building AI workflows and agents
Free + $37/mo
Read full review →n8n
Open-source workflow automation with native AI nodes for technical teams
Free + $20/mo
Read full review →Side-by-side comparison
| Gumloop | n8n | |
|---|---|---|
| Tagline | Visual no-code platform for building AI workflows and agents | Open-source workflow automation with native AI nodes for technical teams |
| Pricing | Free + $37/mo | Free + $20/mo |
| Categories | productivity, workflow-automation, agents | productivity, workflow-automation, open-source |
| Made by | Gumloop | n8n GmbH |
| Launched | 2023-09 | 2019-10 |
| Platforms | Web | macOS, Linux, Windows, Web, Cloud |
| Status | active | active |
Gumloop highlights
- + Drag-and-drop canvas for building multi-step AI workflows without code
- + 50+ integrations with CRMs, databases, and productivity tools
- + Multi-agent orchestration so agents can spin up and coordinate sub-agents
- + Web scraping nodes for pulling and structuring data at scale
- + Agent inboxes that let AI agents read and reply to email autonomously
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, Gumloop or n8n?
Neither is universally better. Gumloop (Free + $37/mo) leans into productivity, 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 Gumloop and n8n?
Gumloop is free + $37/mo. n8n is free + $20/mo. See the pricing row in the comparison table.
Can I use Gumloop 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.