How do Fathom and Simple Analytics compare on real-time data?

Fathom: Yes, live dashboard. Simple Analytics: Yes, real-time events.

What about heatmaps: Fathom or Simple Analytics?

Fathom: No heatmaps, event-based analytics. Simple Analytics: No heatmaps, event-based analytics.

Do Fathom and Simple Analytics differ on privacy compliance?

Fathom: Cookie-free, GDPR compliant by default. Simple Analytics: Cookie-free, GDPR compliant by default.

Analytics

Fathom vs Simple Analytics

By ContentMation Team·Updated April 2026

Fathom and Simple Analytics compete head-to-head in the analytics space, each with a loyal user base. While Fathom is known for its robust feature set, Simple Analytics offers a compelling alternative. Let us examine how they stack up in a direct comparison.

Key Takeaways

Verdict: Choose Fathom if you need a more comprehensive feature set and do not mind paying a premium for it. Go with Simple Analytics if you prioritize ease of use and want a more affordable entry point for analytics.
Real-Time Data: Fathom — Yes, live dashboard; Simple Analytics — Yes, real-time events.
Heatmaps: Fathom — No heatmaps, event-based analytics; Simple Analytics — No heatmaps, event-based analytics.
Privacy Compliance: Fathom — Cookie-free, GDPR compliant by default; Simple Analytics — Cookie-free, GDPR compliant by default.

Feature Comparison

Feature

Fathom

Simple Analytics

Real-Time Data

Yes, live dashboard

Yes, real-time events

Heatmaps

No heatmaps, event-based analytics

Privacy Compliance

Cookie-free, GDPR compliant by default

Funnel Analysis

Yes, multi-step funnels

Yes, conversion funnels

Starting Price

$14/mo (up to 100K pageviews)

$9/mo (Starter)

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Our Verdict

Choose Fathom if you need a more comprehensive feature set and do not mind paying a premium for it. Go with Simple Analytics if you prioritize ease of use and want a more affordable entry point for analytics.