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Clerk vs Mixpanel

Clerk (Auth) and Mixpanel (Analytics) take different approaches to development. Clerk: Drop-in authentication with pre-built UI components optimized for React and Next.js Mixpanel: Event-based product analytics with funnels retention and cohort analysis

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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
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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

Key differences

DimensionClerkMixpanel
PricingFree (10K MAU) / Pro $25/moFree (20M events/mo) / Growth $28/mo
PlatformAuth ProviderProduct Analytics
Capabilitiesauth, auth provideranalytics, product analytics

Choose Clerk if...

  • Clerk fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose Mixpanel if...

  • Mixpanel fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Community pros and cons

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Frequently asked questions

Is Clerk or Mixpanel better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. Clerk and Mixpanel are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Clerk or Mixpanel?
Both have a free pricing model. Clerk: Free (10K MAU) / Pro $25/mo. Mixpanel: Free (20M events/mo) / Growth $28/mo. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use Clerk and Mixpanel together?
Yes — Clerk (Auth) and Mixpanel (Analytics) serve different roles and can complement each other in a project.

Verdict

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

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