Windmill vs n8n
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| Field | W WindmillDeveloper-first workflows as scripts, flows, and apps. | N n8nSelf-hosted workflow automation with native AI nodes. |
|---|---|---|
| Fit. | ||
| Platforms· | Linux, Docker | Linux, macOS, Windows, Docker |
| Docker | Yes | Yes |
| Commercial | uncertain | uncertain |
| Catalog. | ||
| Category | Automation | Automation |
| License· | AGPL-3.0 | Other |
| Language· | Rust | TypeScript |
| Jobs· | workflow automation, internal tools, script runners | workflow automation, Zapier alternative, self-hosted workflows |
| Activity. | ||
| Stars· | 15k | 150k |
| Last commit | Sep 7, 2026 | Sep 7, 2026 |
| Last release· | Sep 1, 2026 | Sep 2, 2026 |
| Links | ProjectGitHubGuide | ProjectGitHubGuide |