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4 Best Alternatives to Hotjar

Hotjar is great, but it's not the only option. Here are the 4 best Hotjar alternatives, ranked by community votes — with honest pros and cons for each.

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Free alternatives to Hotjar

If budget is the main concern, these options have a free or open-source tier:

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best alternative to Hotjar?
VWO is the top-ranked alternative to Hotjar based on community upvotes, but the right pick depends on your specific needs — see the full ranked list above with pros and cons for each.
Is there a free alternative to Hotjar?
Yes — Mixpanel, Google Analytics offer a free or open-source tier and can work as a free alternative to Hotjar, depending on which features you need.
How many alternatives to Hotjar are there?
We currently track 4 alternatives to Hotjar on Kreemhunt, ranked by community upvotes. New alternatives are added as we review more tools in this category.