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When to Use n8n and When to Avoid It
A practical guide to understand when n8n is the right choice for process automation and when it's preferable to use other tools or custom solutions
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Introduction
n8n is a low-code automation platform that allows integrating services, orchestrating workflows, and building complex automations with a visual approach. It offers a node-based model, APIs, and pre-configured connectors.
In this article, we'll see when to choose n8n and when it's not the ideal solution.
This guide focuses on using n8n in professional contexts, not hobbyist ones.
Why n8n
n8n allows building automated pipelines and processes while drastically reducing development and maintenance. Its visual interface makes it easier to understand data flow and debug it.
Main Benefits
n8n Advantages
- Wide library of integrations - Reduced code thanks to low-code model - Easy debugging and monitoring - Self-hosting possible - API-first architecture
When to Use n8n
n8n becomes particularly effective in scenarios requiring rapid automations, multiple integrations, and frequent iterations.
1. Automations Between SaaS Services
If you need to synchronize data between services like CRM, ticketing, storage, or analytics without writing custom integrations.
trigger -> fetch data -> transform -> send to CRM