PostHog vs TelemetryDeck Self-Hosted
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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TelemetryDeck Self-Hosted
Privacy-focused analytics for apps and games
| Feature | PostHog | TelemetryDeck Self-Hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Web Analytics | Web Analytics |
| License | MIT | MIT |
| Language | Python | Swift |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 4,096 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, kubernetes | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 37,548 | ★ 225 |
| First released | 2020 | 2021 |
| Replaces | Google Analytics, Mixpanel, Amplitude | Firebase Analytics |
Why pick each one
Choose TelemetryDeck Self-Hosted if…
- Released under the MIT license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in Swift
- Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is PostHog or TelemetryDeck Self-Hosted better?
Neither is universally better. PostHog has the larger community, while TelemetryDeck Self-Hosted is simpler to set up (medium difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are PostHog and TelemetryDeck Self-Hosted free and open-source?
Yes. PostHog is licensed under MIT and TelemetryDeck Self-Hosted under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run PostHog and TelemetryDeck Self-Hosted with Docker?
PostHog: yes. TelemetryDeck Self-Hosted: yes.