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Statcounter vs Google Analytics: catalog facts
Statcounter	Google Analytics
Freemium Free web stats are offered, with paid upgrades listed on the pricing page.	Free Free of charge with a Google account.
Android, Web	Web
Real-time view of individual visitor journeys Session replay and click fraud detection	Free of charge Covers both websites and apps
Hosted only; visitor data is stored by Statcounter Advanced features sit behind paid upgrades	Data is processed by Google Consent requirements can leave gaps in reported traffic
Downloadable app, Hosted service	Web application, Hosted service
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Account needed	Account needed
Needs internet	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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