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, 1 GB logs per month and one status page 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.

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 · Reddit

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ABOUT US

Honest, independent, no fluff.

No paid placements. Just a clear look at what this does, what it costs, and what to know before you commit.

FAQ

Questions, answered.

Can I use Better Stack for free indefinitely?＋

Yes, the free tier includes 10 monitors, 1 GB of logs per month and one status page 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.