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Google Analytics 4 review: pricing, best use case and alternatives

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Google Analytics 4 is one of the leading Analytics & Heatmaps tools in the TechStack Directory. The free default for website and app analytics.

Where it fits: Understand where visitors come from and why they convert or bounce. Google Analytics 4 is our pick for every site, especially with Google Ads.

Pricing: Free. There is a free tier, so you can try Google Analytics 4 before spending a dollar.

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CategoryAnalytics & Heatmaps
Websiteanalytics.google.com
PricingFree
Free tierYes
Best forEvery site, especially with Google Ads

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Top Google Analytics 4 alternatives

Plausible

Lightweight, privacy-first analytics without cookie banners.

Fathom

Simple, GDPR-friendly analytics with fast dashboards.

Microsoft Clarity

Free heatmaps and session recordings, no traffic limits.

Hotjar

Heatmaps, recordings and feedback polls.

Mixpanel

Product analytics for events, funnels and retention.

PostHog

Open-source product analytics, flags, replays and more.