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Clerk vs Pirsch

Clerk (Auth) and Pirsch (Analytics) take different approaches to development. Clerk: Drop-in authentication with pre-built UI components optimized for React and Next.js Pirsch: Cookie-free privacy-friendly analytics with simple dashboard and API access

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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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Pirsch

Cookie-free privacy-friendly analytics with simple dashboard and API access

Category
Analytics
Subcategory
Web Analytics
Pricing
Free (10K views/mo) / $4/mo
Tier
free
analyticsweb analytics

Key differences

DimensionClerkPirsch
PricingFree (10K MAU) / Pro $25/moFree (10K views/mo) / $4/mo
PlatformAuth ProviderWeb Analytics
Capabilitiesauth, auth provideranalytics, web analytics

Choose Clerk if...

  • Clerk fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose Pirsch if...

  • Pirsch fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Community pros and cons

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Frequently asked questions

Is Clerk or Pirsch better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. Clerk and Pirsch are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Clerk or Pirsch?
Both have a free pricing model. Clerk: Free (10K MAU) / Pro $25/mo. Pirsch: Free (10K views/mo) / $4/mo. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use Clerk and Pirsch together?
Yes — Clerk (Auth) and Pirsch (Analytics) serve different roles and can complement each other in a project.

Verdict

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

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