Key Points

  • New AI Agent node type supports OpenAI, Claude, DeepSeek, and local models via Ollama integration
  • Visual debugger shows data transformation at every step — inspect, pause, and modify mid-execution
  • Sub-workflow execution is now 3x faster thanks to the new TypeScript runtime rewrite
  • Self-hosted version adds SSO, audit logs, and team workspaces (previously cloud-only)
  • New pricing: free tier unlimited workflows (was 1000 steps/mo cap); cloud from $20/user/month

Why It Matters

n8n was already the best value in automation. 2.0 closes the gap with Make and Zapier on developer experience while extending the lead on flexibility and AI integration. The native AI nodes mean you can build RAG pipelines, AI agents, and automated research systems without leaving n8n — no separate Python scripts or middleware needed.

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