OpenPanel vs RudderStack
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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OpenPanel
Open-source web and product analytics in one tool
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RudderStack
Open-source customer data pipeline platform
| Feature | OpenPanel | RudderStack |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Web Analytics | Web Analytics |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | Go |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker, kubernetes |
| GitHub stars | ★ 6,290 | ★ 4,465 |
| First released | 2024 | 2019 |
| Replaces | Mixpanel, Google Analytics | Segment |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is OpenPanel or RudderStack better?
OpenPanel is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider RudderStack if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are OpenPanel and RudderStack free and open-source?
Yes. OpenPanel is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and RudderStack under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run OpenPanel and RudderStack with Docker?
OpenPanel: yes. RudderStack: yes.