MQTTX Web vs n8n
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted automation & workflows options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
Not the right match-up?
| Feature | MQTTX Web | n8n |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Automation & Workflows | Automation & Workflows |
| License | free | Sustainable Use License |
| Language | TypeScript | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, one-click | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 5,012 | ★ 199,764 |
| First released | 2022 | 2019 |
| Replaces | — | Zapier, Make |
Why pick each one
Choose MQTTX Web if…
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- One-click install on common self-host platforms
- Mature project with 5k GitHub stars
Frequently asked questions
Is MQTTX Web or n8n better?
Neither is universally better. n8n has the larger community, while MQTTX Web is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are MQTTX Web and n8n free and open-source?
Yes. MQTTX Web is licensed under free and n8n under Sustainable Use License. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run MQTTX Web and n8n with Docker?
MQTTX Web: yes. n8n: yes.