Marketing · head to head
Fathom Analytics vs Swoogo
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Fathom Analytics there is no free tier, only a 7 day trial; Swoogo higher pricing tier compared to some simpler event registration tools
- They diverge on capability: Fathom Analytics covers Page view tracking, Swoogo covers Event registration.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Fathom Analytics and Swoogo actually diverge.
| Attribute | Fathom Analytics | Swoogo |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $14/month | $500/month |
| Platforms | Web | Web, Ios, Android |
| Category | Marketing | Webinars |
| Founded | 2014 | 2015 |
Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Fathom Analytics
- Page view tracking
- Goal tracking
- Real-time analytics
- Referrer tracking
- Privacy-focused
- GDPR compliant
- Cloud deployment
- 20+ languages language support
Only in Swoogo
- Event registration
- Custom event websites
- Attendee management
- Email marketing
- Event analytics
- Salesforce
- HubSpot
- Marketo
Both cover
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Fathom Analytics
- Privacy-focused web analytics without cookie bannersnot Swoogo
- A lightweight Google Analytics replacementnot Swoogo
- Tracking many sites from one accountnot Swoogo
- Long-term historical reporting while subscribednot Swoogo
Swoogo
- Event planningnot Fathom Analytics
- Ticket salesnot Fathom Analytics
- Attendee managementnot Fathom Analytics
- Virtual eventsnot Fathom Analytics
- Event marketingnot Fathom Analytics
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Fathom Analytics
- There is no free tier, only a 7 day trial
- Priced on pageviews, from $45 a month at the 500,000 pageview level
- Custom events count against the pageview allowance rather than being tracked separately
- Site allowances come in packs, with additional 50-site packs at $10 a month
- Data is retained forever only while the subscription is active
Swoogo
- Higher pricing tier compared to some simpler event registration tools
Pricing, plan by plan
Fathom Analytics
$14/month- Starter$14/month
- Unlimited page views
- 1 site
- Real-time analytics
Swoogo
$500/month- Starter$500/month
- Event registration
- Basic branding
- Email communications
- Growth$1200/month
- Advanced branding
- Integrations
- Analytics
- Enterprise$3000/month
- Unlimited events
- SSO
- Priority support
Which should you pick?
Choose Fathom Analytics if
- You need page view tracking.
- You also want goal tracking.
Choose Swoogo if
- You need event registration.
- You work on Web, Ios, Android.
- You also want custom event websites.
Questions people ask
- Is Fathom Analytics or Swoogo better?
- Neither clearly leads. Fathom Analytics starts at $14/month and Swoogo at $500/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Fathom Analytics or Swoogo?
- Fathom Analytics starts at $14/month and Swoogo at $500/month.
- Does Fathom Analytics or Swoogo run on more platforms?
- Fathom Analytics runs on Web. Swoogo runs on Web, Ios, Android.
- What is Fathom Analytics best used for?
- Fathom Analytics is most often used for privacy-focused web analytics without cookie banners, a lightweight google analytics replacement, tracking many sites from one account, long-term historical reporting while subscribed. Of those, privacy-focused web analytics without cookie banners and a lightweight google analytics replacement are not what Swoogo is typically brought in for.
- What can Fathom Analytics do that Swoogo cannot?
- Fathom Analytics covers Page view tracking, Goal tracking, Real-time analytics, Referrer tracking. Swoogo covers Event registration, Custom event websites, Attendee management, Email marketing. Both handle Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Fathom Analytics: How much does Fathom Analytics cost?
Fathom's entry-level plan costs $45/month for up to 500,000 pageviews. Higher volume tiers exist (1M, 2M, 10M, 25M+ pageviews) with custom pricing. Yearly billing provides 2 months free.
SourceSwoogo: What event types does Swoogo support?
Swoogo supports everything from small field events to multi-track hybrid conferences. It handles roadshows, dinners, webinars, and digital events with customizable registration experiences.
SourceFathom Analytics: Is there a free trial for Fathom Analytics?
Yes, Fathom offers a 7-day free trial. There is no free tier after the trial ends.
SourceSwoogo: Does Swoogo integrate with marketing automation platforms?
Yes, Swoogo integrates with Marketo and Salesforce, and supports thousands of apps through Zapier for automated workflows without coding.
SourceFathom Analytics: What happens if my pageviews exceed my plan limit?
Fathom handles usage overage graciously, only upgrading your plan after two consecutive months over your limit. There are no immediate overage charges.
SourceSwoogo: Can Swoogo handle complex registration flows?
Yes, Swoogo excels with multiple attendee types, approval workflows, session selection, and different registration experiences for different audiences.
SourceFathom Analytics: Can I add extra sites to my Fathom plan?
Yes, extra sites cost $10/month per 50-site pack, or $100/year (which includes two months free). All plans include a minimum of 50 included sites.
SourceSwoogo: Does Swoogo provide event analytics?
Yes, Swoogo provides event data insights and analytics to track registrations, attendee engagement, and real-time event metrics for better decision-making.
SourceFathom Analytics: Can I cancel Fathom without a long contract?
Yes, there are no contracts and cancellation is flexible. Fathom does not lock customers into agreements.
SourceRelated pages
More on Fathom Analytics
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