Head-to-Head Comparison
n8nvsDevin AI
Compare n8n with Devin AI to determine which tool better fits your AI development workflow.
n8n
Workflow Automation • Intermediate
Open-source workflow automation platform with AI agent capabilities, supporting complex multi-agent workflows and LLM integrations. Key automation tool taught in vibe coding retreats for AI workflow orchestration.
Learning Time
3-5 hours basic, 25+ hours advanced workflows
Popularity
89%
Top Advantages:
500+ integrations including OpenAI, Hugging Face, vector databases
Execution-based pricing (cost-effective for complex AI workflows)
Multi-agent patterns: chained requests, single agent, multi-agent teams
Devin AI
Autonomous Agent • Advanced
Autonomous AI software engineer with agent-native IDE and interactive planning capabilities
Learning Time
1-2 months to proficiency
Popularity
67%
Top Advantages:
13.86% SWE-bench issue resolution rate
Agent-native IDE with planning boards
Autonomous Docker and deployment handling
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Criteria | n8n | Winner | Devin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Popularity | 89% | 67% | |
| Learning Curve | 3-5 hours basic, 25+ hours advanced workflows | 1-2 months to proficiency | |
| Pricing | Free Community Edition, €20/month Starter, €50/month Pro | $20/month Core (9 ACUs), Enterprise custom | |
| Category | Workflow Automation | Different | Autonomous Agent |
When to Choose Which Tool
Choose n8n When:
- You need to orchestrate complex multi-step processes
- Your team prefers intermediate complexity tools
- Budget allows for: Free Community Edition, €20/month Starter, €50/month Pro
Choose Devin When:
- You need autonomous agent capabilities
- Your team prefers advanced complexity tools
- Budget allows for: $20/month Core (9 ACUs), Enterprise custom
Bottom Line
n8n has higher industry adoption (89% vs 67%), but Devin might be better for specific autonomous agent needs.
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