ZeroDeploy Analytics vs Vercel Analytics
Vercel Analytics is usage-based with event caps. ZeroDeploy includes full analytics with no cap.
Last updated: February 20, 2026TL;DR
Vercel Analytics is integrated into the Vercel platform — convenient if you're already there. But it's usage-based: a small free event allowance, then overage charges that scale with traffic. ZeroDeploy includes full analytics on every plan with no event cap. If you're on Vercel and have low traffic, the free tier works. If you want analytics without caps or overage anxiety, ZeroDeploy includes more.
Vercel Analytics offers Web Analytics (traffic metrics) and Speed Insights (Core Web Vitals). Both are integrated into the Vercel dashboard and work with Vercel's deployment pipeline. The catch: it's usage-based. The free tier has a small event allowance that low-traffic sites can exceed in a week. The Pro plan includes more events but still charges overages beyond that. ZeroDeploy includes full analytics on every plan — free and Pro — with no event caps, no overage charges, and no per-site fees.
Feature comparison
How ZeroDeploy Analytics compares to Vercel Analytics.
| Feature | ZeroDeploy | Vercel Analytics |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Full analytics, no cap | Small event allowance |
| Pro plan | No cap | Higher allowance, overages apply |
| Price | $0 (included) | Usage-based with overage charges |
| Overage charges | None | Yes (per-event billing) |
| Script type | First-party | Vercel-hosted |
| Speed insights | Not available | Core Web Vitals reporting |
| SPA support | Auto (pushState/popstate) | Auto |
| UTM tracking | Source, medium, campaign | Referrer only |
| CLI access | Full CLI + REST API | Dashboard only |
| Platform | ZeroDeploy hosting | Vercel only |
Pricing
Vercel Analytics is usage-based — a small free event allowance, then per-event overage charges that scale with traffic. The Pro plan includes more events but still meters beyond that. For growing sites, analytics costs can be unpredictable. ZeroDeploy includes full analytics on every plan — free and Pro — with no event caps. The Pro plan is $29/month for 10 sites with analytics, forms, and custom domains. No surprises, no overages.
Annual savings
Switch to ZeroDeploy and save Eliminates usage-based analytics costs/year on analytics — it's included with your hosting.
The verdict
Different tools for different needs.
Choose ZeroDeploy Analytics if...
- You want analytics without event caps or overage charges
- You want a first-party script served from your own domain
- You want UTM campaign tracking included
- You want CLI and API access to your analytics data
- You don't need Core Web Vitals / speed insights
Choose Vercel Analytics if...
- You're already on Vercel and the free tier covers your traffic
- You need Core Web Vitals and speed insights
- You want analytics tightly integrated with Vercel deployments
- Your site has very low traffic and the free tier suffices
- You're on Vercel Pro and accept overage charges
What's included with ZeroDeploy
Analytics are just one part. Here's what else comes standard.
Built-in Forms
Add action="/_forms/contact" to any HTML form. No third-party service, no API keys. Works with React, Vue, and plain HTML.
Privacy Analytics
Cookieless, first-party analytics on every site. No setup required, no cookie banners, no extra bill. Included on every plan.
Learn more →Frequently asked questions
Is ZeroDeploy a good Vercel Analytics alternative?
Yes. ZeroDeploy includes full analytics with no event caps or overage charges. Vercel's free tier has a small event allowance that's easy to exceed. If analytics costs are a concern on Vercel, ZeroDeploy includes more for less.
How quickly can you exceed Vercel's free analytics tier?
A site with moderate traffic can exceed Vercel's free event allowance within the first week of the month. Multi-page visits consume more events, so the cap is reached faster than you'd expect.
Does Vercel Analytics have overage charges?
Yes. Once you exceed your plan's event limit (2,500 free, 25K Pro), Vercel charges per additional event. Costs can add up quickly for growing sites. ZeroDeploy has no event caps or overages on any plan.
Does ZeroDeploy have speed insights like Vercel?
Not currently. ZeroDeploy tracks traffic metrics (visitors, pages, referrers, campaigns, geography). For Core Web Vitals monitoring, tools like PageSpeed Insights or web.dev work well alongside ZeroDeploy analytics.
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