OpenPanel vs Vince Analytics
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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Vince Analytics
Self-hosted, privacy-friendly web analytics in one binary
| Feature | OpenPanel | Vince Analytics |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Web Analytics | Web Analytics |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | Go |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 128 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker, binary |
| GitHub stars | ★ 6,290 | ★ 2,014 |
| First released | 2024 | 2023 |
| Replaces | Mixpanel, Google Analytics | Google Analytics |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is OpenPanel or Vince Analytics better?
Neither is universally better. OpenPanel has the larger community, while Vince Analytics is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are OpenPanel and Vince Analytics free and open-source?
Yes. OpenPanel is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Vince Analytics under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run OpenPanel and Vince Analytics with Docker?
OpenPanel: yes. Vince Analytics: yes.