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Amplitude vs OpenPanel

Amplitude and OpenPanel are both analytics tools. Amplitude: Product analytics platform with behavioral cohorts experimentation and CDP OpenPanel: Open-source alternative to Mixpanel with event tracking and real-time dashboards

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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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OpenPanel

Open-source alternative to Mixpanel with event tracking and real-time dashboards

Category
Analytics
Subcategory
Product Analytics
Pricing
Open Source
Tier
open-source
analyticsproduct analyticsopen-source

Key differences

DimensionAmplitudeOpenPanel
Pricing ModelFree (50K MTU) / Plus $49/mo (free)Open Source (open-source)
Open SourceNoYes
CapabilitiesStandardopen-source

Choose Amplitude if...

  • Amplitude fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose OpenPanel if...

  • You need full control over the source code

Community pros and cons

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Frequently asked questions

Is Amplitude or OpenPanel better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. Amplitude and OpenPanel are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Amplitude or OpenPanel?
Amplitude (Free (50K MTU) / Plus $49/mo) is the more affordable option. OpenPanel (Open Source) costs more but may offer additional features.
Can I use Amplitude and OpenPanel together?
Amplitude and OpenPanel serve similar roles, so most teams pick one. However, some developers prototype in one and build production code in the other.
Is OpenPanel open source?
Yes, OpenPanel is open source. Amplitude is proprietary.

Verdict

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

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