PostHog vs Rybbit
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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PostHog
Open-source product analytics platform
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Rybbit
Open-source, privacy-friendly Google Analytics alternative
| Feature | PostHog | Rybbit |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Web Analytics | Web Analytics |
| License | MIT | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Python | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 4,096 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, kubernetes | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 37,548 | ★ 12,589 |
| First released | 2020 | 2024 |
| Replaces | Google Analytics, Mixpanel, Amplitude | Google Analytics, Mixpanel |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is PostHog or Rybbit better?
Neither is universally better. PostHog has the larger community, while Rybbit is simpler to set up (medium difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are PostHog and Rybbit free and open-source?
Yes. PostHog is licensed under MIT and Rybbit under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run PostHog and Rybbit with Docker?
PostHog: yes. Rybbit: yes.