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Grafana Cloud Kubernetes Monitoring vs Paessler PRTG Network Monitor
Both stand on container monitoring. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan LinuxSelf-hostedWeb
Grafana Cloud Kubernetes Monitoring combines fleet visibility, alerts, and cost estimates in a cloud-only service. Check the setup requirements and separate telemetry charges when planning its use.
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Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5
PRTG combines on-premises infrastructure monitoring with alerts, reports, dashboards, and an API. Check sensor needs and the single-license-per-server limit when choosing a plan.
Visit Paessler PRTG Network MonitorThe facts
| Grafana Cloud Kubernetes Monitoring | Paessler PRTG Network Monitor | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Self-hosted, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | PRTG 500: $200 a year |
| Plans published | 3 | 6 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | grafana.com | paessler.com |
| On container monitoring | #16 of 44 | #23 of 44 |
Grafana Cloud Kubernetes Monitoring: what it does well
- Free plan includes monthly host and container hours.
- Views cost allocations across clusters and workloads.
- Collects Kubernetes metrics, events, and Pod logs.
- Supports several Kubernetes platforms, including EKS and AKS.
What to know first
- Available only in Grafana Cloud.
- Supports only data sources hosted in Grafana Cloud.
- Telemetry from other products is billed separately.
Paessler PRTG Network Monitor: what it does well
- More than 250 preconfigured sensors
- Customizable alerts and scheduled reports
- API for monitoring data and custom features
- Free iOS and Android monitoring apps
What to know first
- Mobile apps do not support cluster setups
- License sizes cannot be combined on one server
- Paid plans start at $200/mo billed annually
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