OpenPanel vs Shynet
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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Shynet
Modern, privacy-friendly, detailed web analytics
| Feature | OpenPanel | Shynet |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Web Analytics | Web Analytics |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 6,290 | ★ 3,145 |
| First released | 2024 | 2020 |
| Replaces | Mixpanel, Google Analytics | Google Analytics |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is OpenPanel or Shynet better?
Neither is universally better. OpenPanel has the larger community, while Shynet is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are OpenPanel and Shynet free and open-source?
Yes. OpenPanel is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Shynet under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run OpenPanel and Shynet with Docker?
OpenPanel: yes. Shynet: yes.