Alternatives · Automation
Knime alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Knime alternative is n8n (2.4 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Knime compared with 4 alternatives: FME, Apache NiFi, Parabola and n8n.
Knime has a free plan. Paid plans start at €99 per month for 3 seats and 120 execution credits. 3 of the 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| KnimeThis tool | Free plan · from €99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| FME | Paid | No | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Apache NiFi | Free | Free | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Parabola | Free plan | Yes | Web |
| n8n | Free plan · from €20/mo | Yes | Web |
Price against what you get
Knime starts at about $110.60 a month and scores 2.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 2 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Apache NiFi and n8n start lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Knime
FME
No-code data integration platform with spatial data support
- FME has no free plan, unlike Knime.
Suits: GIS and data teams that move and reshape spatial data
Apache NiFi
Open-source system for routing and processing data flows
- Apache NiFi is free.
- Apache NiFi is self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Apache NiFi does not cover no-code, which Knime does.
Suits: Teams that run their own infrastructure and need auditable data routing
Parabola
Agent builder for finance and operations teams
- Parabola lists no Windows, macOS and Linux apps, which Knime has.
- Parabola also covers AI agents and spreadsheets.
- Parabola does not cover no-code, which Knime does.
Suits: Finance and operations staff automating reconciliations and reports
n8n
Workflow automation and AI agents you can self-host
- n8n starts at €20 / month, billed annually, for 2,500 executions (n8n Cloud Starter).
- n8n lists no Windows, macOS and Linux apps, which Knime has.
- n8n is self-hostable, according to its own site.
- n8n does not cover no-code, which Knime does.
Suits: Technical teams that want to host their automation on their own servers
Limits worth knowing in Knime
- The Team plan is priced in euros; execution is billed on top at €0.025 per credit, per started minute.
- Executors use 2, 4 or 8 credits per minute for the small, medium and large sizes.
- Business Hub has no published price; the pricing page offers a quote form with no per-seat licensing.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Knime?
The alternatives to Knime in this directory are FME, Apache NiFi, Parabola and n8n. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Knime.
Is there a free alternative to Knime?
Yes. Apache NiFi is free to use. Parabola and n8n have a free plan alongside paid ones.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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