Side by side
MRTG vs MultiPing
Both stand on network 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+1
Choose MRTG if you need a free, self-hosted way to graph network traffic or other SNMP data, with long-range views and configurable webpages. Windows users also need a current copy of Perl.
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MultiPing provides detailed Windows network monitoring with historical graphs, discovery, and flexible alerts. Its perpetual license and broad target support suit users who prefer installed software.
Visit MultiPingThe facts
| MRTG | MultiPing | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Single-user license: $39.99, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | oss.oetiker.ch | multiping.com |
| On network monitoring | #13 of 57 | #47 of 57 |
MRTG: what it does well
- Creates traffic graphs for four time ranges, from daily to twelve-month views.
- Retains relevant traffic data for two years without log growth.
- Can monitor 200 or more links, according to its documentation.
- Includes automatic configuration and setup tools.
- Supports SNMPv2c 64-bit counters and RRDtool hooks.
What to know first
- Windows installation requires a current copy of Perl.
- Deployment is self-hosted.
- No free trial is offered.
MultiPing: what it does well
- Monitors multiple network targets
- Graphs latency and lost packets
- Supports IPv4 and IPv6
- Alerts through several actions
- Unlimited targets in license
What to know first
- Windows only
- No free plan
- Dynamic DNS changes are only reported
- High-refresh-rate issue does not apply
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