Offen Fair Web Analytics vs PostHog
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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PostHog
Open-source product analytics platform
| Feature | Offen Fair Web Analytics | PostHog |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Web Analytics | Web Analytics |
| License | Apache-2.0 | MIT |
| Language | JavaScript | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 4,096 MB |
| Deployment | docker, binary | docker, kubernetes |
| GitHub stars | ★ 978 | ★ 37,548 |
| First released | 2019 | 2020 |
| Replaces | Google Analytics | Google Analytics, Mixpanel, Amplitude |
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 PostHog better?
Neither is universally better. PostHog has the larger community, while Offen Fair Web Analytics is simpler to set up (medium difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Offen Fair Web Analytics and PostHog free and open-source?
Yes. Offen Fair Web Analytics is licensed under Apache-2.0 and PostHog under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Offen Fair Web Analytics and PostHog with Docker?
Offen Fair Web Analytics: yes. PostHog: yes.