LangChain vs n8n
A side-by-side comparison to help you choose between LangChain and n8n.
| LangChain | n8n | |
|---|---|---|
| Description | The most widely used framework for building LLM applications and agents, with LangSmith for tracing and evaluation. | Source-available workflow automation with native AI nodes for building agents and LLM pipelines, self-hostable. |
| Category | AI automation | AI automation |
| Pricing | freemium · OSS free; LangSmith from $39/mo | paid · $20/mo Starter |
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.6 |
| Features | Tracing and observabilityEvaluation and scoringAgent deploymentSandboxed code executionNo code Fleet agentsMulti framework support | Visual workflow builderCode in JavaScript/Python500+ app integrationsAI agent and RAG supportHuman in the loop approvalsSelf hostable via Docker |
| Website | Visit | Visit |
Template
Run Your Own AI Directory
Everything this site runs on — the directory, the pipelines, the admin console — delivered as one template you deploy and own.
AI Directory Template
Launch price$89 once- Full Next.js source code + 10 pipelines
- Admin console with built-in analytics
- Agent Skills for zero-config setup
- Self-hosted — no recurring platform fees
One-time purchase · License key + GitHub repo access · Deploy on any VPS