Node-RED AlternativesWorkflow & Task Automation Apps like Node-RED

Node-RED is described as 'Provides a browser-based flow editor that makes it easy to wire together flows using the wide range nodes in the palette. Flows can be then deployed to the runtime in a single-click' and is a workflow automation tool in the office & productivity category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Node-RED for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, SaaS, Self-Hosted, Windows and Linux apps. The best Node-RED alternative is IFTTT, which is free. Other great apps like Node-RED are n8n, Automa, Sim Studio and Google Opal.

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  1. IFTTT icon
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    IFTTT automates over 1000 apps, devices, and services with no coding needed, supports 27 million users, partners with 900+ brands, and offers powerful automation features like filter codes, queries, multiple actions, connections, habit tracking, and location-triggered events.

    128 IFTTT alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Wear
     
    • IFTTT is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone & iPad alternative to Node-RED.

    • IFTTT is the most popular free alternative to Node-RED.

    • IFTTT is Freemium and ProprietaryNode-RED is Free and Open Source
    • IFTTT is LightweightNode-RED is not according to our users
  2. n8n icon
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    Leverage a versatile automation tool to streamline tasks and workflows across different platforms using an adaptable, open-source framework. Ideal for self-hosted solutions and SaaS, n8n supports a broad spectrum of integrations with third-party services like Slack, Trello, and Google Sheets.

    136 n8n alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Cloudron
     
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    • Almost everyone thinks n8n is a great Node-RED alternative.

    • n8n is the most popular SaaS & Self-Hosted alternative to Node-RED.

    • n8n is Freemium and ProprietaryNode-RED is Free and Open Source
  3. Automa icon
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    A Chrome extension for automating your browser by connecting blocks.

    82 Automa alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Google Chrome
    • Firefox
     
    • Automa is the most popular Open Source alternative to Node-RED.

    • Automa is Free and Open SourceNode-RED is also Free and Open Source
  4. Sim Studio icon
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    Sim Studio is a powerful platform for building, testing, and optimizing agentic workflows. It provides developers with intuitive tools to design sophisticated agent-based applications through a visual interface.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Self-Hosted
     
  5. Make.com icon
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    Automate workflows and tasks using a visual, no-code platform that connects over 3,000 apps. Customize workflows, manage AI agents, enable collaboration, and ensure security with GDPR and SOC 2 compliance, SSO, and encryption for centralized business operations.

    116 Make.com alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Google Chrome
    • Android Wear
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  6. ioBroker icon
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    ioBroker is an integration platform for the Internet of Things, focused on Smart home, Building Automation, Smart Metering, Ambient Assisted Living, Process Automation, Visualization and Data Logging. It aims to be a possible replacement or extension for software like f.e.

    48 ioBroker alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Node.JS
     
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    • Most users think ioBroker is a great Node-RED alternative.

    • ioBroker is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Node-RED.

    • ioBroker is Free and Open SourceNode-RED is also Free and Open Source
  7. AgentHub icon
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    AgentHub is a no-code platform for building powerful AI automations. Our drag-and-drop visual builder lets users create reliable and cost-effective AI-powered automations. Fully automate tasks end-to-end without writing a line of code.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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    Agentic Signal is a visual workflow builder that lets you automate complex tasks using AI models running locally (via Ollama) and rich integrations (Gmail, Google Drive, Google Calendar, Weather, and more).

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source

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    • Self-Hosted
     
  9. Gumloop icon
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    No-code platform for AI-driven workflow automation includes a drag-and-drop builder, over 110 app integrations, enterprise features like access controls and audit logs, unified pricing, rapid deployment templates, and customizable automations across departments.

    55 Gumloop alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Google Chrome
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  10. Tines icon
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    Tines is the smart, secure workflow builder for your whole team. Build workflows and automate processes with the only platform purpose-built to empower technical teams.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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