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TrackFox vs Hotjar

Heatmaps and session recordings

TrackFox

$9/month

10k events

vs

Hotjar

Free

Starting price

⚠️ Limited to behavior insights - no web analytics

Quick Summary

Hotjar gives you ux teams needing heatmaps and session recordings. It offers excellent heatmaps and session recordings.

TrackFox is designed for SaaS founders and online businesses who need simple analytics with built-in revenue tracking and conversion funnels. Setup takes less than 2 minutes, and pricing starts at just $9/month.

Feature Comparison

FeatureTrackFoxHotjar
Analytics TypeFull web analytics + revenue trackingBehavior insights only (heatmaps, recordings)
Traffic AnalyticsPageviews, bounce rate, referrers, sessionsNo traffic analytics included
Revenue TrackingBuilt-in payment provider integrationsNo revenue tracking
Conversion FunnelsMulti-step funnels with revenue attributionBasic funnels, no revenue data
Complete SolutionAll-in-one analytics platformRequires separate analytics tool
PrivacyGDPR compliant, no cookies neededPrivacy concerns with session recordings
Pricing$9/month for full analytics$32+/month for just behavior insights

Hotjar: Pros & Cons

Hotjar Pros

  • Excellent heatmaps
  • Session recordings
  • User feedback tools

Hotjar Cons

  • Not a full analytics solution
  • No pageview or traffic analytics
  • No revenue tracking
  • No conversion funnels
  • Privacy concerns with recordings
  • Need separate analytics tool

Why Teams Are Choosing TrackFox

Setup in 2 Minutes

Run npx trackfox add or paste one script tag. No complex configuration or SDK integration needed.

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Revenue Attribution

Native integrations with Stripe, PayPal, LemonSqueezy, and Paddle. See which traffic sources drive actual revenue.

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Privacy-First

GDPR compliant by default. No cookies required. Your data stays yours—we never sell or use it for advertising.

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Conversion Funnels Included

Track user journeys from landing to conversion. Identify drop-off points and optimize your funnel—all included in every plan.

Pricing Comparison

TrackFox

$9 - $199/month

  • 10k - 10M+ monthly events
  • All features included
  • 14-day free trial
  • No credit card required

Hotjar

Free tier, then $32-$171+/month

  • Not a full analytics solution
  • No pageview or traffic analytics
  • No revenue tracking
  • No conversion funnels

Try TrackFox free for 14 days

No credit card required. Cancel anytime. All features included.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I import my Hotjar data into TrackFox?

While TrackFox doesn't have a direct Hotjar importer yet, you can export your data as CSV and import it manually. We're working on native integrations.

How long does it take to switch to TrackFox?

Most teams are up and running in under 5 minutes. Simply run npx trackfox add or add the tracking script to your site. You can run TrackFox alongside Hotjar during the transition.

What if I need more features than Hotjar offers?

TrackFox includes conversion funnels, revenue attribution, and custom events in all plans starting at $9/month. Unlike Hotjar, there are no feature gates or enterprise-only upsells.

Is TrackFox cheaper than Hotjar?

TrackFox starts at $9/month with all features included, while Hotjar starts at Free but may cost more for equivalent features.