statpx vs Google Analytics

GA4 is powerful but complex, cookie-dependent, and sends all your visitor data to Google. statpx is simpler, privacy-friendly, shows individual visitor logs — and completely free.

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The key differences

statpx This tool

  • ✅ No cookies — no consent banner needed
  • ✅ Individual visitor log (see every session)
  • ✅ Your data stays on your server
  • ✅ Simple dashboard — useful in under 5 minutes
  • ✅ Heatmaps + form analytics + e-commerce built in
  • ✅ Bot traffic separated, not mixed in
  • ✅ Free — no plans, no credit card
  • ✅ Setup: paste one <script> tag

Google Analytics 4 Competitor

  • ❌ Uses cookies — GDPR consent required in EU
  • ❌ No individual visitor log
  • ❌ Data sent to Google's servers
  • ❌ Complex interface — steep learning curve
  • ❌ Heatmaps require separate tool (Hotjar, etc.)
  • ⚠️ Bot filtering is basic and inconsistent
  • ✅ Free (but your data is Google's product)
  • ⚠️ Setup requires tag configuration + Google account
Full comparison

Feature-by-feature breakdown

Feature statpx Google Analytics 4
PriceFree — no limitsFree (data sent to Google)
Cookies requiredNo cookiesYes — GDPR consent needed
Individual visitor log✓ Full session detail✗ Not available
Data ownershipYour server onlyGoogle's servers
Data samplingNever sampledSampled on large volumes
Real-time visitors✓ 5-second refresh✓
Traffic sources✓ 7 channels✓
UTM campaign tracking✓✓
Conversion goals✓ URL + event match✓
E-commerce tracking✓ Built in✓
Funnel analysis✓✓
Heatmaps✓ Built in✗ Separate tool needed
Form analytics✓ Built in✗ Not available
Bot traffic filtering✓ 55+ patterns, AI crawlersBasic, inconsistent
Search Console integration✓✓
Core Web Vitals✓ LCP, CLS, INPVia Search Console only
REST API✓ Bearer tokenComplex Google API
Team sharing✓ Unlimited members✓
Retention cohorts✓✓
Scroll depth tracking✓ Per pageviewManual event setup
2FA + login history✓✓ (Google account)
Setup complexityPaste one <script> tagTag Manager or gtag setup
GDPR complianceNo consent banner neededConsent banner required (EU)
Questions

Common questions

Why would I switch from Google Analytics to statpx?
The main reasons people switch: (1) they want individual visitor logs that GA4 doesn't show, (2) they need GDPR compliance without a consent banner, (3) GA4's interface is too complex for their needs, (4) they don't want their visitor data going to Google. statpx addresses all four.
Does statpx need a cookie consent banner?
No. statpx uses sessionStorage and localStorage — not cookies. Under GDPR, cookies require consent; localStorage used purely for session continuity does not trigger the same requirements. Most statpx users run without any consent banner, but you should verify with your legal team for your jurisdiction.
Can I run both statpx and Google Analytics at the same time?
Yes. Many users run statpx alongside GA4 during a trial period to compare data before switching fully. Just paste the statpx snippet alongside your existing GA tag.
What does statpx not do that Google Analytics does?
The main GA4 capabilities statpx doesn't replicate: Google Ads audience sync, BigQuery export, advanced ML predictive metrics (churn probability, purchase probability), and the Google ecosystem integrations. If you depend on any of those, you may want to keep GA4 running alongside statpx.
Is statpx good for e-commerce sites?
Yes. statpx has a dedicated e-commerce dashboard that tracks product views, add-to-carts, checkouts, and purchases. It also tracks per-order revenue with AOV and a product funnel. This is built into the free tier — no upgrade needed.
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Pricing and features reflect publicly available information as of May 2026 and may change. Always verify current details with each provider before making a decision.

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