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NetXMS vs OhmGraphite
Both stand on hardware 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 AndroidAPILinux+4
NetXMS combines discovery, topology maps, protocol support, and distributed monitoring in an open-source solution. Windows server use has a 250-node limit without a valid license, and a free trial requires contacting sales.
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OhmGraphite provides a direct route from Windows hardware sensors to several monitoring back ends. Its usefulness depends on available sensors and willingness to configure a metric store and visualization system.
Visit OhmGraphiteThe facts
| NetXMS | OhmGraphite | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 5 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | netxms.com | github.com |
| On hardware monitoring software | #23 of 59 | #47 of 59 |
NetXMS: what it does well
- Automated discovery creates layer 2 and IP topology maps
- Supports protocols including SNMP and OPC UA
- Java API supports integrations and custom automation
- Access rights can be assigned per device
What to know first
- Windows server binaries are limited to 250 nodes without a valid license
- Free trial period requires contacting sales
OhmGraphite: what it does well
- Free Windows service
- Supports five metric-store destinations
- Exports broad hardware measurements
- Prometheus scrape mode available
- Sensor names and categories are configurable
What to know first
- Sensor availability depends on hardware
- PawnIO is needed for some readings
- Postgres schemas and columns cannot be configured
- Requires metric-store and dashboard setup
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