Ghost vs PostHog

Full side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, and use cases to help you pick the right tool.

Bottom line: Both tools are competitively priced. PostHog edges ahead with a 4.7/5 rating.

Ghost

Open-source publishing platform for newsletters and membership sites

4.4 / 5From $9/mo
PostHog

Open-source product analytics with session replay, flags, and more

4.7 / 5From Free

Pricing Comparison

PlanGhostPostHog
FreeNoYes
Starter$9/mo-
Pro$25/mo-
EnterpriseCustomCustom

Feature Matrix

FeatureGhostPostHog
Newsletter publishingYes-
Membership and subscriptionsYes-
0% transaction feesYes-
SEO-optimizedYes-
Self-hosting optionYesYes
Product analytics-Yes
Session recordings-Yes
Feature flags-Yes
A/B testing-Yes

When to Choose Each

Choose Ghost if you need...

  • +No revenue cut
  • +Clean writing experience
  • +Great SEO
  • +Self-host option
Content CreatorsSolopreneursFreelancers

Choose PostHog if you need...

  • +Generous free tier
  • +All-in-one product platform
  • +Open source with self-host option
DevelopersStartupsFounders

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Ghost or PostHog?

PostHog scores higher in our review (4.7/5 vs 4.4/5). However, Ghost may be a better fit depending on your specific needs and budget.

Is Ghost cheaper than PostHog?

Pricing varies by plan. Ghost starts at $9/mo and PostHog starts at Free.

What is the difference between Ghost and PostHog?

Ghost focuses on newsletter publishing and membership and subscriptions, while PostHog emphasizes product analytics and session recordings. Ghost is best for Content Creatorss, Solopreneurss, Freelancerss, while PostHog suits Developerss, Startupss, Founderss.

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