Offen Fair Web Analytics vs OpenPanel
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted web analytics options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Offen Fair Web Analytics
Transparent, fair web analytics that respects users
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OpenPanel
Open-source web and product analytics in one tool
| Feature | Offen Fair Web Analytics | OpenPanel |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Web Analytics | Web Analytics |
| License | Apache-2.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, binary | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 978 | ★ 6,290 |
| First released | 2019 | 2024 |
| Replaces | Google Analytics | Mixpanel, Google Analytics |
Why pick each one
Choose Offen Fair Web Analytics if…
- Exceptionally privacy-respecting
- Builds visitor trust
Frequently asked questions
Is Offen Fair Web Analytics or OpenPanel better?
Neither is universally better. OpenPanel has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Offen Fair Web Analytics and OpenPanel free and open-source?
Yes. Offen Fair Web Analytics is licensed under Apache-2.0 and OpenPanel under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Offen Fair Web Analytics and OpenPanel with Docker?
Offen Fair Web Analytics: yes. OpenPanel: yes.