The n8n Cloud Alternative Without Execution Limits
Dedicated servers. Unlimited executions. Full root access. Starting at $15/month — less than n8n Cloud Starter, with none of the restrictions.
Your workflows never stop running. No execution caps, no shared infrastructure, no surprises.
Why Teams Leave n8n Cloud
n8n is incredible software. But the Cloud hosting has real limitations that hurt growing teams.
Execution Limits Kill Your Automations
n8n Cloud Starter gives you 2,500 executions/month. A simple Slack-polling workflow every 5 minutes burns 8,640 executions — 3.4x your entire monthly limit. When you hit the cap, workflows just stop. No warning, no grace period.
executions/month for one Slack polling workflow
The Price Jumps Are Brutal
Need more than 2,500 executions? Jump from €24 to €60/month. Need SSO for your team? That's €800/month. There's no middle ground — you either accept the limits or pay 3x more.
/month just to get SSO on n8n Cloud
Shared Infrastructure, Zero Control
n8n Cloud runs your workflows on shared servers with just 320 MiB RAM (Starter). After n8n's own overhead (~180 MiB), you get ~140 MiB for actual work. No dedicated resources, no static IP for whitelist-based integrations.
actual usable RAM on Starter plan
n8n Cloud Starter
€24/mo
2,500 executions limit
n8nautomation.cloud
$15/mo
Unlimited executions
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
Same n8n software. Very different hosting.
| Feature | n8nautomation.cloud | n8n Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $15/mo | €24/mo (~$26) |
| Workflow Executions | Unlimited | 2,500/mo (Starter) |
| Infrastructure | Dedicated server (yours alone) | Shared multi-tenant |
| RAM Available | 1 GB+ (all yours) | ~140 MiB usable (Starter) |
| Concurrent Executions | Unlimited | 5 (Starter) / 20 (Pro) |
| When Limit Reached | No limits to reach | Workflows stop running |
| Community Nodes | All verified + request unverified | Verified only |
| Dedicated IP Address | Yes (static IP) | No (dynamic/shared) |
| SSL Certificate | Included (auto-renewed) | Included |
| Automatic Backups | Optional ($2-5/mo) | Included (limited retention) |
| Execution Log Retention | Unlimited (your server) | 7 days (Starter) / 30 days (Pro) |
| SSO/SAML | Self-configure (free) | €800/mo (Business plan) |
| Free Trial | 10 days (full access) | None |
| 24/7 Platform Support | Included | Email only (Starter/Pro) |
Your Three Options for Running n8n
Every approach has trade-offs. Here's the honest breakdown.
Self-Hosted
From $5/mo (VPS only)
+ 2-5 hours/month server management
- Full control over everything
- Cheapest monthly cost
- Docker/Linux knowledge required
- You handle updates, backups, SSL
- No support — you're on your own
Best for: DevOps teams who enjoy server management
n8nautomation.cloud
From $15/mo
Dedicated server, zero management
- Dedicated server (not shared)
- Unlimited executions
- We handle updates, backups, SSL
- Dedicated IP for integrations
- 24/7 platform support included
- 10-day free trial
n8n Cloud
From €24/mo (~$26)
Official managed, with execution limits
- Official n8n team support
- Always on latest version
- 2,500 execution cap (Starter)
- Shared infrastructure
- No root access or custom nodes
- SSO requires €800/mo plan
Best for: Teams wanting official vendor support
What Does n8n Cloud Actually Cost?
Most teams outgrow the Starter plan within weeks. Here's the real math.
Slack bot checking every 5 minutes
~8,640/mo executions
n8n Cloud
Pro (€60/mo)
Us
$15/mo
5 workflows with hourly polling triggers
~3,650/mo executions
n8n Cloud
Pro (€60/mo)
Us
$15/mo
E-commerce: orders + inventory + notifications
~15,000/mo executions
n8n Cloud
Business (€800/mo)
Us
$33/mo
Team of 10 with SSO requirement
~10,000/mo executions
n8n Cloud
Business (€800/mo)
Us
$15/mo
Migrate from n8n Cloud in 5 Minutes
- 1. Export your workflows from n8n Cloud (Settings → Export All)
- 2. Start your free trial on n8nautomation.cloud
- 3. Import your workflows (Settings → Import)
- 4. Re-enter your credentials (API keys, tokens)
- 5. Activate your workflows — done.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is n8nautomation.cloud different from n8n Cloud?
n8n Cloud runs your workflows on shared infrastructure with execution limits. We give you a dedicated DigitalOcean server — your own machine with unlimited executions, full root access, and a static IP. Same n8n software, completely different infrastructure.
Are executions really unlimited?
Yes. Since you get a dedicated server, there are no artificial execution limits. Your only constraint is the server's hardware capacity — and even our smallest plan handles thousands of workflows easily.
Can I use community nodes?
Yes — we support all verified community nodes. If you need a specific unverified node installed, contact our support team and we'll set it up for you.
What happens if I outgrow my plan?
You can upgrade your server size anytime from your dashboard. No data migration needed — we scale your DigitalOcean droplet in place. Plans range from $15/mo (1 vCPU, 1 GB) to $117/mo (8 vCPU, 16 GB).
Do I need to manage the server myself?
No. We handle everything — OS updates, n8n updates, SSL certificates, security patches, and monitoring. You just build workflows. It's fully managed hosting, not a raw VPS.
Can I migrate from n8n Cloud?
Yes. Export your workflows from n8n Cloud (Settings → Export), then import them into your n8nautomation.cloud instance. Credentials need to be re-entered for security, but all workflow logic transfers perfectly.
Is there a free trial?
Yes — 10 days, full access, no charge until day 11. Your card is saved but not charged during the trial. Cancel anytime if it's not for you.
What about self-hosting n8n myself?
You can, but you'll spend time on Docker setup, SSL configuration, database management, backups, security patches, and monitoring. Realistically, server management costs 2-5 hours/month. Our managed hosting handles all of that for less than the cost of one hour of developer time.
Stop Paying for Execution Limits
Get a dedicated n8n server with unlimited executions. Try it free for 10 days — no charge until you're ready.
No credit card charge for 10 days. Cancel anytime.