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LlamaIndex vs n8n

Side-by-side comparison with live GitHub signals. Last updated April 1, 2026.

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LlamaIndex

Data framework for LLM applications — RAG, agents, and workflows — 47K+ stars

OSSFree
48.2Ktoday474
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n8n

Fair-code workflow automation platform with native AI and 400+ integrations — 178K+ stars

source-availablefreemium
182.0Ktoday427
MetricLlamaIndexn8n
GitHub Stars48.2K182.0K
Contributors474427
Last CommitMar 31, 2026Apr 1, 2026
Open Issues2621455
Licenseopen-sourcesource-available
Pricingopen-sourcefreemium
Free TierYesYes
Categorydev-toolsdev-tools
TrendingNoNo

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About LlamaIndex

LlamaIndex is the leading data framework for building LLM-powered applications. Provides data connectors for 160+ sources, advanced RAG pipelines, document agents, and a workflow engine for complex agentic applications. The standard for connecting LLMs to your data.

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About n8n

n8n is a fair-code workflow automation platform combining a visual node editor with custom JavaScript/Python code. Features native AI capabilities via LangChain-based agent workflows, 400+ integrations, 900+ ready-to-use templates, and MCP client/server support. Enterprise features include SSO, advanced permissions, and air-gapped deployment. The most popular open-source workflow automation engine, powering thousands of AI agent workflows. Self-host or use n8n cloud.

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