PostHog vs Mixpanel

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.

PostHog

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

4.7 / 5From Free
Mixpanel

Product analytics platform focused on user behavior and retention

4.5 / 5From $24/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanPostHogMixpanel
FreeYesYes
Starter-$24/mo
Pro--
EnterpriseCustomCustom

Feature Matrix

FeaturePostHogMixpanel
Product analyticsYes-
Session recordingsYes-
Feature flagsYes-
A/B testingYesYes
Self-hosting optionYes-
Funnel analysis-Yes
Retention cohorts-Yes
Custom dashboards-Yes
Data warehouse sync-Yes

When to Choose Each

Choose PostHog if you need...

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

Choose Mixpanel if you need...

  • +Best product analytics UX
  • +Powerful cohort analysis
  • +Good free tier up to 20M events
DevelopersStartupsFoundersMarketers

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, PostHog or Mixpanel?

PostHog scores higher in our review (4.7/5 vs 4.5/5). However, Mixpanel may be a better fit depending on your specific needs and budget.

Is PostHog cheaper than Mixpanel?

Pricing varies by plan. PostHog starts at Free and Mixpanel starts at $24/mo.

What is the difference between PostHog and Mixpanel?

PostHog focuses on product analytics and session recordings, while Mixpanel emphasizes funnel analysis and retention cohorts. PostHog is best for Developerss, Startupss, Founderss, while Mixpanel suits Developerss, Startupss, Founderss, Marketerss.

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