Shynet vs Tianji
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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Shynet
Modern, privacy-friendly, detailed web analytics
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Tianji
Insight hub combining analytics, uptime, and server status
| Feature | Shynet | Tianji |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Web Analytics | Web Analytics |
| License | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | Python | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 3,145 | ★ 3,078 |
| First released | 2020 | 2023 |
| Replaces | Google Analytics | Google Analytics |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Shynet or Tianji better?
Shynet is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Tianji if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Shynet and Tianji free and open-source?
Yes. Shynet is licensed under Apache-2.0 and Tianji under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Shynet and Tianji with Docker?
Shynet: yes. Tianji: yes.