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Mixpanel vs PostHog

Mixpanel and PostHog are both analytics tools. Mixpanel: Event-based product analytics with funnels retention and cohort analysis PostHog: All-in-one product analytics with session replay feature flags and A/B testing

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Mixpanel

Event-based product analytics with funnels retention and cohort analysis

Category
Analytics
Subcategory
Product Analytics
Pricing
Free (20M events/mo) / Growth $28/mo
Tier
free
analyticsproduct analytics
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PostHog

All-in-one product analytics with session replay feature flags and A/B testing

Category
Analytics
Subcategory
Product Analytics
Pricing
Free (1M events/mo) / Usage-based
Tier
free
analyticsproduct analytics

Key differences

DimensionMixpanelPostHog
PricingFree (20M events/mo) / Growth $28/moFree (1M events/mo) / Usage-based

Choose Mixpanel if...

  • Mixpanel fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose PostHog if...

  • PostHog fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Community pros and cons

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Frequently asked questions

Is Mixpanel or PostHog better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. Mixpanel and PostHog are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Mixpanel or PostHog?
Both have a free pricing model. Mixpanel: Free (20M events/mo) / Growth $28/mo. PostHog: Free (1M events/mo) / Usage-based. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use Mixpanel and PostHog together?
Mixpanel and PostHog serve similar roles, so most teams pick one. However, some developers prototype in one and build production code in the other.

Verdict

Both Mixpanel and PostHog are strong analytics options. Your choice depends on pricing preferences, platform requirements, and workflow fit.

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