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DNSai vs Domain Monitor
Both stand on dns monitoring software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APIMacWeb+1
DNSai turns public DNS records into domain profiles and change alerts, with plans that differ in quotas and access to integrations. Vendor records provide evidence of published records, not proof of seats, spending, or an active contract.
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Free plan AndroidAPIWeb
Domain Monitor covers domains, uptime and related infrastructure, with a free tier and a larger Pro allowance. Check the free plan limits and the first-month pricing change before choosing Pro.
Visit Domain MonitorThe facts
| DNSai | Domain Monitor | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | API, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro: $79 a month | Pro: £6.39 a month |
| Plans published | 5 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | app.dnsai.com | domain-monitor.io |
| On dns monitoring software | #2 of 36 | #7 of 36 |
DNSai: what it does well
- Scans more than 50 DNS record types
- Tracks DNS history and alerts on record changes
- Free plan includes 100 domains and 100 scans daily
- Desktop processing keeps domain data on the user's machine
What to know first
- Free plan has no API or MCP
- Pro plan has no API or MCP
- REST API starts with Enterprise plans and above
- DNS Explorer lacks traditional technical assistance
Domain Monitor: what it does well
- Free plan includes two monitors
- Tracks WHOIS records and domain expiration
- Alerts available through multiple channels
- Contacts can receive alerts without accounts
- Includes free traceroute and ping-test tools
What to know first
- Free plan covers one domain
- Free checks run every five minutes
- Domain crawls can take up to 48 hours
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