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n8nvsLovable.dev

Compare n8n with Lovable.dev 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

Lovable.dev

Full-Stack Generator • Beginner

AI-powered full-stack development platform that generates complete web applications from natural language prompts

Learning Time
Minutes to first app, hours to proficiency
Popularity
93%

Top Advantages:

Complete app generation from text prompts
Multi-LLM routing (OpenAI, Google, Groq, Cohere)
Integrated Supabase backend and authentication

Head-to-Head Comparison

Criterian8nWinnerLovable
Popularity89%93%
Learning Curve3-5 hours basic, 25+ hours advanced workflowsMinutes to first app, hours to proficiency
PricingFree Community Edition, €20/month Starter, €50/month ProSimilarFree 30 credits, $25/month Pro, $30/month Teams
CategoryWorkflow AutomationDifferentFull-Stack Generator

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 Lovable When:

  • You need full-stack generator capabilities
  • Your team prefers beginner complexity tools
  • Budget allows for: Free 30 credits, $25/month Pro, $30/month Teams

Bottom Line

Lovable has higher industry adoption (93% vs 89%), but n8n might be better for specific workflow automation needs.

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Workflow Automation
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