Analytics
An honest comparison to help you pick the right analytics tool in 2026.
| Feature | Plausible | PostHog |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Analytics | Analytics |
| Free Tier | No | Yes |
| Paid Plan | $9/mo | Usage-based |
| Enterprise | Custom | Custom |
| Best For | Privacy-conscious site owners who want simple, compliant analytics without cookie banners | Product teams who want an all-in-one analytics platform they can self-host or use in the cloud |
| Feature 1 | Privacy-friendly | Product analytics |
| Feature 2 | No cookies | Session replay |
| Feature 3 | GDPR compliant | Feature flags |
| Feature 4 | Lightweight script | A/B testing |
| Feature 5 | Open source | Surveys |
| Website | Plausible | PostHog |
Plausible and PostHog are both popular choices in the analytics category, but they serve different types of developers. Plausible is privacy-friendly, lightweight web analytics alternative to Google Analytics with no cookies and GDPR compliance built in. Meanwhile, PostHog is open-source product analytics platform with session replay, feature flags, A/B testing, and surveys in one tool.
From a cost perspective, PostHog has the edge with a free tier available, whereas Plausible starts at $9/mo. However, Plausible's paid offering may deliver more value depending on your specific needs.
Plausible stands out with Privacy-friendly and No cookies, while PostHog differentiates itself through Product analytics and Session replay. The right choice depends on which capabilities matter most for your workflow. Ultimately, privacy-conscious site owners who want simple, compliant analytics without cookie banners, while PostHog is best for product teams who want an all-in-one analytics platform they can self-host or use in the cloud.
Plausible: No free tier. Paid plans start at $9/mo. Enterprise pricing: Custom.
PostHog: Free tier available. Paid plans start at Usage-based. Enterprise pricing: Custom.
Choose Plausible if you value privacy-friendly and no cookies. Go with PostHog if product teams who want an all-in-one analytics platform they can self-host or use in the cloud. Both are solid analytics options in 2026 — the best pick depends on your team size, budget, and technical requirements. We recommend trying both (especially if they have free tiers) before committing to one.
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