Let’s take a look at the differences between Adobe Analytics and Google Analytics 360. We’ll explore several key areas that can help you determine which solution is right for your brand.
ADOBE ANALYTICS Flexible, drag-and-drop UI for quick ad hoc reports |
GOOGLE ANALYTICS 360 Rigid UI and platform architecture extends ad hoc report building time |
No data sampling needed to generate custom reports |
Data sampling needed when monthly hit allotment is exceeded or when custom requests are made (i.e., add a secondary dimension) |
Abundant mathematical, sequential, and statistical calculated metrics from a broader set of variables and operators |
Capped at 50 calculated metrics using basic mathematical operators |
ADOBE ANALYTICS Intelligent alerts automatically apply context to unusual signals before sending alert |
GOOGLE ANALYTICS 360 Automated alerts are based solely on spikes and dips in traffic outside of expected norms |
Anomaly detection reveals spikes and craters outside expected norms within any data dimension |
Detects anomalies but, due to omitted channels and data sampling, detection can be inaccurate |
Contribution analysis unlocks the root cause driving anomalies |
Machine learning can be applied to attribution across digital channels and may help optimize ad spend, but no root cause analysis available |
Audience clustering automatically discovers statistically valid segments |
No machine learning that can discover or cluster audiences by similarities or differences between segments |
Becomes more accurate as data from additional channels is ingested |
Lack of data because of omitted channels reduces accuracy |
ADOBE ANALYTICS Segment analysis includes sequential segmentation, segment stacking, segment compare, and flow segmentation |
GOOGLE ANALYTICS 360 Cannot accurately reveal customer engagement behavior due to limited pathing and fallout analysis capabilities |
Bidirectional segment sharing with native and non-native customer engagement tools |
Allows segment sharing with DoubleClick and AdWords accounts |
Flexible audience targeting with omnichannel variables to slice-and-dice audience data |
Limited audience targeting due to data silos, omitted channels, and fewer variables available |