GhostlyX vs Fathom Analytics
Fathom is polished, privacy-respecting, and fully independent (all genuinely good things). It is one of the most established names in the privacy-first analytics space. GhostlyX competes by offering a richer feature set at a lower entry price, including built-in uptime monitoring, funnel analysis, and team access controls that Fathom does not currently offer.
At a glance
| Feature | GhostlyX | Fathom Analytics |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy & compliance | ||
| Cookie-free | ||
| GDPR compliant | ||
| No data sampling | ||
| Respects DNT header | ||
| Respects GPC header | ||
| Data sold or shared with third parties | ||
| Features | ||
| Real-time visitors | ||
| Uptime monitoring | ||
| Traffic spike alerts | ||
| Funnel analysis | ||
| Goal tracking | ||
| REST API | ||
| Scheduled email reports | ||
| CSV export | ||
| TV / big-screen mode | ||
| Open-source | ||
| Pricing & ownership | ||
| Script size | Under 2 kB | ~2 kB |
| Starting price | Free plan available | From $14/mo (up to 100k pageviews) |
| Owned by | Independent | Conva Ventures Inc. (Canada) |
| Data location | EU servers | Global CDN (with EU isolation option) |
Why teams switch to GhostlyX
GhostlyX advantages
- Lower entry price per pageview tier.
- Uptime monitoring included. Fathom has no equivalent.
- Funnel analysis to track multi-step conversion paths.
- Team roles and multi-user access control.
- Traffic spike notifications via email.
- Script under 1.5 kB gzipped, slightly lighter than Fathom.
Fathom Analytics advantages
- Longer track record in the privacy-first analytics space (since 2018).
- EU data isolation option for stricter residency requirements.
- Affiliate programme for referrals.
- Strong reputation for reliability and uptime.
- Vercel and Cloudflare integration.
Common questions
Is GhostlyX cheaper than Fathom?
Fathom starts at $14/mo for up to 100,000 pageviews. GhostlyX's entry tier starts lower and includes features like uptime monitoring and funnel analysis that Fathom does not offer at any price point.
Are both tools truly cookie-free?
Yes. Both GhostlyX and Fathom are cookie-free and do not require a consent banner. Neither tracks visitors across sites.
Can I migrate from Fathom to GhostlyX?
Yes. Add the GhostlyX script to your site, run both in parallel for a few days to verify the numbers align, then remove Fathom's script. Historical Fathom data remains in your Fathom account.