Eden field notes / Workflow automation
n8n vs Zapier
Hosting and workflow ownership
Decide who will run the infrastructure before choosing your workflow tool. n8n offers cloud and self-hosted options.
| Decision | n8n | Zapier |
|---|---|---|
| Hosting | Use managed n8n Cloud or deploy on your own infrastructure. | Build and run workflows through Zapier’s online service. |
| Upkeep | n8n manages Cloud infrastructure. Self-hosted upkeep belongs to your team. | Use Zapier’s hosted platform; configure app connections and workflow rules. |
| Control | Self-hosting lets you control the deployment environment and configuration. | Manage triggers, actions, and app connections inside Zapier. |
Choose an owner, then a tool
Choose n8n self-hosting when your team wants deployment control and can maintain it. Consider n8n Cloud or Zapier when you want hosted infrastructure. Your workflow still needs someone to test changes and handle failures.
Custom automation by Eden
Define the work before the stack
Eden offers custom development, integration, consulting, and support for workflow automation. Bring your current tools and the process you want to change. We can discuss scope and responsibilities in a project proposal.
Decide who will handle access, workflow changes, and ongoing support. The implementation follows those requirements.
Discuss your workflow