Static comparison

n8n vs Activepieces

n8n and Activepieces are close or missing enough comparable score evidence. Use the evidence rows instead of forcing a fake winner.

n8n

Fair-code workflow automation platform with native AI capabilities. Combine visual building with custom code, self-host or cloud, 400+ integrations.

100

Activepieces

AI Agents & MCPs & AI Workflow Automation • (~400 MCP servers for AI agents) • AI Automation / AI Agent with MCPs • AI Workflows & AI Agents • MCPs for AI Agents

100

Evidence comparison

Use caseWorkflow AutomationWorkflow Automation
OpennessFair-code, not OSI-approvedOSI-approved OSS
LicenseSustainable Use LicenseMIT
Health100100
Shipping100100
ToolVitals score100100
Data confidence100100
Source coverage100100
Hosted pricingHosted cloud pricing: Pricing checked, no public paid plan parsedNo hosted pricing tracked: No current pricing evidence
Status reasonMaintenance and shipping signals are strong.Maintenance and shipping signals are strong.

Decision notes

How to read this matchup

Fit Same use case

Both tools are tracked under Workflow Automation, so this is a closer alternative comparison.

Score gap 0 points

The overall signal is close; license, pricing, and fit matter more than the headline score.

n8n Best for fast recent shipping and strong maintenance posture

n8n is tracked as fair-code, not osi-approved with high confidence in ToolVitals data.

Activepieces Best for OSI-approved open source and fast recent shipping

Activepieces is tracked as OSI-approved open source with high confidence in ToolVitals data.

Comparison FAQ

Which has the stronger ToolVitals signal, n8n or Activepieces?

n8n and Activepieces are close or missing enough comparable score evidence. Use the evidence rows instead of forcing a fake winner.

Are n8n and Activepieces direct alternatives?

Yes. ToolVitals classifies both tools in the Workflow Automation use case, so the score, health, shipping, pricing, and license rows can be read as a close comparison.

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