Cabin Analytics vs Google Analytics
Choosing the right analytics platform is crucial for understanding your website's performance while respecting user privacy. Let's explore why thousands of businesses are switching from Google Analytics to Cabin Analytics, and help you make an informed decision for your website.
Key Differences at a Glance
Privacy & Data Ownership
Cabin Analytics
- 100% data ownership
- No cookies or consent banners needed
- GDPR, CCPA compliant by default
- No personal data collection
- Data stored exclusively in EU
- Transparent, open business model
Google Analytics
- Data owned by Google
- Requires cookie consent
- Complex compliance setup
- Collects personal data
- Data stored globally
- Unclear data usage practices
Performance & Reliability
Cabin Analytics
- 77x smaller script size
- Real-time data updates
- No data sampling
- Not blocked by ad-blockers
- Saves 2TB+ bandwidth monthly
Google Analytics
- Large script overhead
- 24-48 hour data delay
- Uses data sampling
- Commonly blocked
- Higher bandwidth consumption
Ease of Use
Cabin Analytics
- Simple, intuitive dashboard
- No training required
- Essential metrics at a glance
- Quick setup (under 2 minutes)
- Built-in bot filtering
- Responsive support team
Google Analytics
- Complex interface
- Requires extensive training
- Information overload
- Complex setup process
- Manual bot filtering
- No direct support
Legal Compliance & Privacy
Several EU countries have ruled Google Analytics illegal under GDPR, even with consent notices. Cabin Analytics is built from the ground up for privacy compliance, with all data processed exclusively on EU servers. No consent banners needed.
When to Choose Cabin Analytics
- You want accurate, privacy-compliant analytics
- You need fast, real-time insights
- You value website performance
- You want simple, actionable data
- You care about environmental impact
- You need reliable support
- You want transparent data practices
When to Choose Google Analytics
- You need deep Google Ads integration
- You require complex user behavior analysis
- You want detailed demographic profiling
- You need advanced advertising features
The Bottom Line
Cabin Analytics represents the future of web analytics - privacy-focused, performance-optimized, and environmentally conscious. While Google Analytics offers extensive advertising features, it comes with significant privacy concerns, performance penalties, and complex compliance requirements.
For most websites, Cabin Analytics provides all the essential insights needed to make data-driven decisions while respecting user privacy and improving site performance. Our commitment to transparency, sustainability, and user privacy makes us the ideal choice for forward-thinking organizations.
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