PostHog Reviews & Product Details

I love how PostHog has simplified my workflow with its ability to provide insightful analytics on user actions across various hosted pages within our app. The feature to identify top viewed pages and detect errors or bugs is particularly invaluable, saving me a significant amount of work and enabling a deeper understanding of user behavior. I'm impressed by how quick and easy it was to set up PostHog—it took me just 5 minutes to have it up and running, which is a testament to its user-friendliness. The UI is something I adore; it is straightforward and easy to navigate, making my tasks more efficient. Being AI-first is another standout aspect of PostHog that I love. I found the ability to use the MCP server in conjunction with Claude to create custom dashboards without needing to access the website to be incredibly innovative and useful for our team's specific needs. Switching from Sentry and other basic solutions to PostHog was a great choice because PostHog integrates all necessary functionalities seamlessly, offering a comprehensive analytics solution. The straightforward setup, taking less than 10 minutes, and the additional 10 minutes to integrate MCP, made the transition smooth and seamless. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There is an annoying quick start guide in PostHog that remains sticky and won't go away. When I first installed PostHog, I activated all features because I wasn't sure which ones would be useful. After realizing that our app is still in beta and we didn't need all the features, I disabled the unnecessary ones. However, the quick start guide persists, asking me to finish the rest of the setup, which I don't want to complete. There's no way to hide it, making the experience slightly counterintuitive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I appreciate that PostHog provides reliable analytics that I find more trustable than Google's offerings. I am impressed by the brand ethos of PostHog; it feels down to earth and honest. This transparency and authenticity in brand identity resonate strongly with me, offering a sense of trust and reliability. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I am frustrated with PostHog due to two significant issues. Firstly, the integration process to fully comply with GDPR is cumbersome. There isn't a clear and simple setup that utilizes local storage and flags to work seamlessly with cookie banners. Additionally, there is a lack of a framework surrounding cookie banners, which would simplify this process significantly. Secondly, the self-hosting option via Docker could be improved. It currently requires multiple third-party setups with Postgres as the database. A straightforward, single-image deployment would greatly enhance its usability. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

First the UI. A UI like that makes me wanna use the app.

For the features I really love how easy they are to implement and the wide variety. I can do everything from basic analytics to error tracking in the same app.

Love the pricing and the transparency! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What has been a bit less enjoyable for me maybe is the setup for error tracking and also sometimes the proxy for nextjs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I truly appreciate PostHog for its strong focus on product analytics, which greatly assists me in making data-driven decisions every day. Its user experience (UX) is impressive, offering a seamless and intuitive interface that simplifies complex tasks and enhances productivity. Additionally, I love that PostHog consolidates many essential products, eliminating the need for multiple vendors and thereby streamlining our workflow. The fair pricing structure is another standout feature, making it an economical choice without compromising on quality. My satisfaction with PostHog is so high that I would rate it an 11 out of 10 in terms of recommending it to friends or colleagues. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The initial setup of PostHog was challenging, particularly in setting up the proxy, which proved to be tricky. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I appreciate how PostHog offers an integrated feature package that stands out without having direct competitors, which is quite beneficial. The ease of integration is commendable, thanks to the extensive developer documentation available, making the setup quick and efficient. I find the system's insights into user interactions incredibly useful, allowing for smoother feature rollouts. The feature flags, in particular, are very effective, and the seamless integration with our user system is a standout, enabling easy selection of users for feature rollouts. Additionally, the platform's orientation towards self-service with robust documentation and simple usability across multiple languages is a significant advantage. The user interface is another aspect that I find impressive, as it enhances the overall experience with the service. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find the API survey feature to be problematic. We're trying to use our own styling and are relying on the API survey feature, but the current setup seems cumbersome as it requires passing specific IDs for existing questions from PostHog. It's not straightforward when using our API, and though we found a workaround by sending data as JSON keys, this approach is not officially supported. This lack of flexibility in using the API option is frustrating. Additionally, better documentation is needed for this feature. Another concern is the pricing, which I suspect might be high given the range of features, though I have not seen the billing details myself. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

PostHog replaces a pile of tools and actually speeds up our product loop. We instrumented events in hours, not weeks, and having funnels, retention, and session replay in the same place turns “why?” into clear answers fast. Feature flags and experiments are first-class, so we can ship, test, and roll back safely. The UI is quick, integrations are straightforward, and the docs/community are great. It’s rare to find a platform that product, engineering, and data all love using every day. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Mostly nitpicks: because it does so much, the first week has a small learning curve and navigation can feel dense until you learn where things live. Naming your events well matters, and a few advanced charts take a bit of trial and error. After that brief ramp-up, everything clicks and the power easily outweighs the initial complexity. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I love the aesthetics that PostHog has for their brand. Their website is visually appealing and well-designed. PostHog offers a comprehensive suite of features that allow me to analyze various aspects of my website, application, or software effectively. A major highlight is their free tier, which is incredibly comprehensive and adds immense value. The platform is versatile, catering to teams of all sizes and industries, making it an excellent choice for a wide range of users. The array of features offered ensures that every facet of analysis is covered, and the free tier gives users a great opportunity to utilize these capabilities without initial financial commitments. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What I love most about PostHog is their HogQL feature - their SQL-like query language for accessing data through the API. This is incredibly powerful and flexible, allowing me to query exactly the data I need for building dashboards in my products. HogQL gives me precise control over data retrieval and makes it easy to integrate PostHog’s analytics into my applications. The API combined with HogQL feels intuitive for developers who are comfortable with SQL, and it’s much more flexible than traditional analytics query builders. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The main area for improvement is the ease of use of their analytics page interface. When I first started using PostHog, I found the analytics dashboard to be somewhat confusing and not as intuitive as I expected. The learning curve for navigating and understanding the analytics interface was steeper than I would have liked, especially compared to how straightforward their API and HogQL querying features are. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I love how much there is, There's a tool for everything. The metrics make my bosses happy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I wish I could manually identify individual users (like many of my test users) from the webapp or find the docs that tell me how to do that (if the feature even exists)

We're using PostHog via an integration with Fern and I can't instrument an identify call. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I appreciate most is its all-in-one design and dependable performance. The session replay feature is especially valuable for us, but it's also great to have access to feature flags and workflows. Knowing these additional tools are available adds to the overall usefulness of the product. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I don't have any complaints about the product as of now. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.