Which is cheaper, Hotjar or Pendo?

Pricing varies by tier and usage. Check both tools for current rates.

Does Hotjar have a free tier?

Yes, Hotjar offers a free tier with sessionsPerMonth: 200000, projects: 1.

Hotjar has moderate switching cost. Pendo has significant switching cost. Hotjar is easier to switch away from.

Analytics

Hotjar

Heatmaps and session recordings platform for understanding user behavior (now part of Contentsquare)

Switching Cost: moderate

Pendo

Product analytics and in-app guidance platform with session replay and user onboarding

Switching Cost: significant

Teams prioritizing vendor flexibility should choose {winner} — lower switching costs preserve your future options.

Teams prioritizing vendor flexibility should choose {winner} — lower switching costs preserve your future options.

Switching Costs

Hotjar

Lower switching costs for easier migration