Side by side
Analytify vs AWStats
Both stand on web analytics tools. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APIWeb
Analytify is a WordPress-focused way to view Google Analytics 4 data, with a free plan covering core reporting. Pro extends it with campaign, event, form, and ecommerce functions, while consent compliance depends on setup.
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Free plan LinuxMacSelf-hosted+2
AWStats provides broad log-based reporting with flexible deployment and open-source licensing. Its setup depends on server-log access and Perl execution, while the project’s original release is version 8.0.
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| Analytify | AWStats | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Web | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | StartUp: $99 a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 3 | 1 |
| Maker | Analytify | AWStats |
| Website | analytify.io | awstats.org |
| On web analytics tools | #38 of 142 | #42 of 142 |
Analytify: what it does well
- Free plan includes core visitor and page reports
- One-click authentication requires no coding
- Custom date ranges and real-time reporting
- Enhanced WooCommerce and Easy Digital Downloads tracking
- API access and unlimited data retention
What to know first
- SaaS version without WordPress is still in beta
- Advanced campaign and ecommerce tools require Pro
- GDPR compliance depends on configuration
AWStats: what it does well
- Free GNU GPL v3 software
- Analyzes web, FTP, mail, and streaming logs
- Runs via command line or CGI
- Offers configurable plugins and filters
- Supports static and dynamic report output
What to know first
- Requires readable server logs
- Requires Perl command-line or CGI access
- PDF export is experimental
- Support responses are not guaranteed
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