Better Stack

Uptime checks, logs, incident response and status pages in one place.

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Websitebetterstack.com
CategoryMonitoring
PricingFreemium
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ABOUT

What is Better Stack?

Better Stack combines uptime monitoring, log management, incident response and status pages into a single platform. The unified approach means teams no longer need separate tools for logs, checks and communication during outages. It positions itself as a modern alternative to fragmented legacy monitoring stacks.

BEFORE YOU SIGN UP

What you should know

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All-in-one monitoring suiteUptime checks, logs, status pages and incident management live under a single dashboard, reducing tool sprawl for small teams.
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Generous free tier10 monitors, one status page, 3 GB each of logs and traces, 30 GB metrics, 100k exceptions and 5k session replays are included at no cost, making it viable for indie developers and small projects.
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Log retention limits on free tierOnly 3 days of log retention on the free plan can be restrictive for debugging issues that span weekends or longer cycles.
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Log querying less powerful than dedicated toolsLogtail and Axiom offer deeper SQL-like querying and faster search on large volumes compared to Better Stack's log viewer.

COMMUNITY

From the forums

Developers on r/selfhosted appreciate the polished UI and the clean integration between uptime checks and log management. The generous free tier is frequently mentioned as a strong differentiator compared to competitors. Some users note that the log retention and querying capabilities are less mature than dedicated log platforms like Logtail or Axiom.

— Community sentiment

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FAQ

Questions, answered.

Can I use Better Stack for free indefinitely?＋

Yes, the free tier includes 10 monitors, one status page, 3 GB each of logs and traces, plus free metrics, error and replay allowances with no time limit. Upgrading unlocks higher limits and team features.

Does Better Stack support private status pages?＋

Private status pages are available on paid plans. The free tier includes one public status page with basic customization.

How does Better Stack compare to UptimeRobot?＋

Better Stack offers a broader feature set including log management and incident response, while UptimeRobot is simpler and focuses exclusively on uptime monitoring.