Tired of n8n's expensive cloud pricing? You're not alone.
n8n Cloud starts at $20/month for just 2,500 workflow executions. Scale up and you're looking at $50-240+ monthly bills.
There's a better way. Deployra offers the cheapest hosting for n8n with a truly free plan that includes everything you need.
The n8n Pricing Problem
n8n's cloud pricing creates barriers for growing teams and solo developers.
Execution limits hurt growth: Hit 2,500 executions and your workflows stop. No warning, just failure.
Premium features locked away: Advanced scheduling, custom domains, and team collaboration require expensive plans.
- Starter Plan: $20/month for 2.5K executions
- Pro Plan: $50/month for 10K executions
- Business Plan: $240/month for 40K executions
- Enterprise: Custom pricing (often $500+ monthly)
Self-hosting on AWS or DigitalOcean seems cheaper but adds DevOps complexity, security headaches, and hidden costs.
Why Deployra is the n8n Cheaper Alternative
Deployra eliminates n8n's pricing pain points with transparent, predictable costs.
True free tier: 1 CPU, 1GB RAM, 10GB storage - perfect for small teams and side projects.
No execution limits: Run unlimited workflows with unlimited executions. Your automation shouldn't be throttled by artificial limits.
PostgreSQL included: Production-ready database storage without extra charges or configuration.
Cost Comparison: Deployra vs Alternatives
Here's how much you'll actually pay for n8n hosting:
- n8n Cloud Starter: $20/month (2.5K executions)
- n8n Cloud Pro: $50/month (10K executions)
- AWS t3.small + RDS: ~$35/month + management time
- DigitalOcean Droplet: $24/month + database + SSL setup
- Deployra: $10/month database + SSL setup
Run production workflows for a fraction of the cost. No surprise bills based on usage.
What Makes Deployra the Cheapest Hosting for n8n
Deployra's n8n hosting delivers enterprise features without enterprise pricing.
One-click deployment: Your n8n instance is live in under 2 minutes. No Docker knowledge required.
Production-ready setup: SSL certificates, custom domains, and monitoring included from day one.
Automatic scaling: Upgrade resources with one click when your workflows grow.
Everything Included in Free Plan
Unlike other "free" options, Deployra's free tier is actually usable for real projects:
- Latest n8n version - Always up-to-date with security patches
- PostgreSQL database - Reliable data storage for workflows
- SSL certificates - Automatic HTTPS for secure connections
- Custom domain support - Use your own domain or subdomain
- Environment variables - Secure configuration management
- Persistent storage - Your data survives restarts and updates
- 99.9% uptime SLA - Reliable infrastructure for critical workflows
No hidden fees, no execution limits, no surprise bills.
Perfect for These n8n Use Cases
Our free n8n hosting handles the most demanding automation scenarios:
E-commerce automation: Process orders, update inventory, and sync customer data across platforms.
Marketing workflows: Lead scoring, email campaigns, and social media automation without execution limits.
DevOps pipelines: Deployment automation, monitoring alerts, and infrastructure management.
- Data synchronization - Keep CRMs, databases, and spreadsheets in sync
- Customer support - Automated ticket routing and response workflows
- Content publishing - Cross-post to multiple platforms automatically
- Financial reporting - Automated data collection and analysis
- API integrations - Connect any service with webhooks and REST APIs
Why Teams Choose Deployra Over n8n Cloud
Real developers share why they switched from n8n Cloud to Deployra:
"Hit execution limits during a product launch" - Sarah, SaaS Founder
"Our workflows stopped working right when we needed them most. Deployra's unlimited executions saved our launch."
"$240/month was killing our runway" - Mike, Startup CTO
"We needed advanced features but couldn't justify n8n's business plan pricing. Deployra gives us everything for $5/month."
"DevOps overhead was too much" - Lisa, Solo Developer
"Managing AWS infrastructure took more time than building workflows. Deployra handles everything so I can focus on automation."
Advanced n8n Features Supported
Deployra's n8n hosting supports all advanced features without restrictions:
Custom nodes: Install community nodes or build your own for specialized integrations.
Webhook endpoints: Secure webhook URLs for triggering workflows from external services.
Scheduled workflows: Cron schedules, intervals, and time-based triggers work perfectly.
- Error handling - Built-in retry logic and error notifications
- Version control - Export workflows as JSON for backup
- Multi-environment - Separate dev, staging, and production instances
- API access - Full REST API for programmatic workflow management
- Database queries - Direct PostgreSQL access for complex data operations
Getting Started: Deploy n8n Free in 3 Steps
Launch your n8n instance faster than signing up for n8n Cloud:
Step 1: Select "n8n Workflow Automation" from Deployra's template library.
Step 2: Configure your instance name and domain. All other settings are pre-configured.
Step 3: Click deploy and wait 90 seconds. Your n8n instance is live with PostgreSQL ready.
Access your n8n dashboard immediately. No credit card required, no trial limitations.
Migration from n8n Cloud Made Simple
Moving from n8n Cloud to Deployra takes less than 30 minutes:
Export workflows: Download all your workflows as JSON files from n8n Cloud.
Deploy on Deployra: Launch your new n8n instance with our template.
Import workflows: Upload your JSON files to the new instance.
Your workflows run immediately with no execution limits or usage tracking.
What About Data Migration?
Workflow execution history and credentials transfer seamlessly:
- Credentials - Re-enter API keys and tokens (security best practice)
- Execution history - Starts fresh on Deployra (cleaner analytics)
- Webhook URLs - Update external services with new endpoints
- Scheduled workflows - Automatically resume on the new instance
Our support team provides free migration assistance for complex setups.
Security and Compliance
Enterprise-grade security comes standard with every Deployra n8n deployment:
Data encryption: All data encrypted at rest and in transit with AES-256.
Network isolation: Your n8n instance runs in a secure, isolated container.
Access controls: Manage user permissions and API access with granular controls.
Full compliance with GDPR, SOC 2, and other data protection standards.
When to Scale Beyond Free
Deployra's free tier handles most use cases, but here's when to consider upgrading:
High-frequency workflows: Processing thousands of webhooks per hour may need more CPU.
Large data processing: ETL workflows with big datasets benefit from additional RAM.
Multiple environments: Separate dev, staging, and production instances for team workflows.
Community and Support
Join thousands of developers using Deployra for n8n hosting:
24/7 monitoring: Our systems detect and resolve issues before they affect your workflows.
Community forum: Get help from other n8n users and Deployra experts.
Migration support: Free assistance moving from other platforms.
Your success with n8n automation is our priority.
Start Your n8n Free Plan Today
Stop paying premium prices for basic workflow automation.
Deploy n8n on Deployra's free tier and discover what unlimited automation feels like.
No credit card required. No execution limits. No surprise bills.
Your workflows deserve hosting that scales with your ambition, not your budget.
Ready to automate without limits? Your cheapest n8n instance is one click away.