Pendo vs Chameleon

Pendo

Product experience platform with analytics, guides, and feedback.

Pricing: Free plan with limits, paid from $7,000+/year

Best for: Enterprise teams prioritizing product analytics

Pros

  • Deep analytics
  • Session replay
  • Feedback tools
  • Strong ecosystem

Cons

  • Very expensive
  • Complex setup
  • Guide builder clunky
  • Opaque pricing

Chameleon

Product adoption platform with customizable tours, tooltips, and launchers.

Pricing: From $279/mo (Startup), $1,500/mo (Growth)

Best for: Teams wanting customizable in-app adoption tools

Pros

  • Highly customizable
  • HelpBar feature
  • A/B testing
  • Good tour builder

Cons

  • Expensive starting at $279/mo
  • Checklists gated
  • No analytics depth
  • No free plan

Feature Comparison

FeaturePendoChameleon
Product ToursYesYes
Product AnalyticsAdvancedBasic
Session ReplayYesNo
A/B TestingNoYes
HelpBarNoYes
CustomizationModerateExcellent
FeedbackYesLimited
Free PlanLimitedNo

Verdict

Pendo for analytics-first teams, Chameleon for teams wanting maximum UI customization and A/B testing. Both are expensive. Produktly offers core adoption features of both at a fraction of the cost.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pendo vs Chameleon โ€” which is better?

Pendo excels at product analytics and usage insights. Chameleon excels at customizable in-app experiences and A/B testing. Choose based on whether analytics or customization is your priority.

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