Head-to-head · Customer Lifetime Value Software
RetentionX vs Reaktion
RetentionX leads on 1 check, Reaktion on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreRetentionX · 9.3/10
- Lowest starting priceRetentionX · $49/mo
- Free trialboth
- Most featuresReaktion · 3 of 4
RetentionX scores higher on our rubric for customer lifetime value software: 9.3 against 9.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #4.
RetentionX is cheaper to start at $49/mo against $169/mo. On data refresh, RetentionX gives you Daily where Reaktion offers Real-time.
RetentionX is the better fit for ecommerce analytics teams. Reaktion is the better fit for profit-focused ecommerce teams.
- RetentionX fits best
Ecommerce analytics teams
- Reaktion fits best
Profit-focused ecommerce teams
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Side by side
| Feature | RetentionX 9.3/10 Visit ↗ | Reaktion 9.1/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.3 | 9.1 |
| Ranking | #2 in Customer Lifetime Value Software | #4 in Customer Lifetime Value Software |
| Best for | Ecommerce analytics teams | Profit-focused ecommerce teams |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $49/mo (best) | $169/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | 30 days | 10 days |
| Free trial length | 30 days | 10 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Docs | Email, Tickets, Phone |
| Integrations | 50+ integrations | 20 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features RetentionX 0/4 · Reaktion 3/4 | ||
| Predictive CLV | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Profitability metrics | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Cohort analysis | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Customer segmentation | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Forecast horizon | Not checked yet | Fixed |
| Data refresh | Daily | Real-time |
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| Our verdict | RetentionX is a web-based ecommerce analytics and growth platform for ecommerce teams, marketers, founders, and consumer brands. Its scope extends from customer and product analytics to cohort analysis, lifetime-value measurement,… Read the review → |
Reaktion is a cloud analytics platform for ecommerce brands and agencies that need to connect customer lifetime value with profitability. Its analysis compares LTV across cohorts, channels, campaigns, and time periods, while broader… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
RetentionX — where it wins
- Combines LTV, retention, segmentation, attribution, and profitability analysis
- Integrates with Shopify, BigCommerce, ad, marketing, and support tools
- Growth adds AI predictive modeling and dedicated Slack support
Where it doesn't
- No free plan; paid access starts at $49 per month
- Data refresh is daily rather than continuous
- Advanced capabilities require higher-priced Core or Growth plans
Reaktion — where it wins
- Cohort-level LTV, revenue, profit, returns, and acquisition-cost analysis
- Server-side tracking with real-time or near-real-time dashboards
- Broad ecommerce, advertising, analytics, and messaging integrations
Where it doesn't
- Starts at $169 per month on the Rise plan
- No free plan; the free trial lasts 10 days
- Monthly pricing varies with order volume and connected stores
- RetentionX9.3/10 · 30-day trial
A broad ecommerce intelligence platform combining LTV, retention, attribution, and profitability.
Visit RetentionXFull verdict → - Reaktion9.1/10 · 10-day trial
A profit-focused LTV platform for ecommerce teams ready for paid analytics.
Visit ReaktionFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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