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Amplitude vs Clerk

Amplitude (Analytics) and Clerk (Auth) take different approaches to development. Amplitude: Product analytics platform with behavioral cohorts experimentation and CDP Clerk: Drop-in authentication with pre-built UI components optimized for React and Next.js

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Amplitude

Product analytics platform with behavioral cohorts experimentation and CDP

Category
Analytics
Subcategory
Product Analytics
Pricing
Free (50K MTU) / Plus $49/mo
Tier
free
analyticsproduct analytics
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Clerk

Drop-in authentication with pre-built UI components optimized for React and Next.js

Category
Auth
Subcategory
Auth Provider
Pricing
Free (10K MAU) / Pro $25/mo
Tier
free
authauth provider

Key differences

DimensionAmplitudeClerk
PricingFree (50K MTU) / Plus $49/moFree (10K MAU) / Pro $25/mo
PlatformProduct AnalyticsAuth Provider
Capabilitiesanalytics, product analyticsauth, auth provider

Choose Amplitude if...

  • Amplitude fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose Clerk if...

  • Clerk fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Community pros and cons

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Frequently asked questions

Is Amplitude or Clerk better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. Amplitude and Clerk are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Amplitude or Clerk?
Both have a free pricing model. Amplitude: Free (50K MTU) / Plus $49/mo. Clerk: Free (10K MAU) / Pro $25/mo. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use Amplitude and Clerk together?
Yes — Amplitude (Analytics) and Clerk (Auth) serve different roles and can complement each other in a project.

Verdict

Amplitude and Clerk solve different problems. Choose based on whether you need a analytics or a auth.

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