Key differences for uptime monitoring
| Feature | UptimeRobot | Pinger.fyi |
|---|---|---|
Minimum check interval Detect outages twice as fast | 1 min (paid) / 5 min (free) | 30 seconds |
Free tier Fewer monitors but faster detection | 50 monitors, 5-min checks | 3 monitors, 30-sec checks |
Entry price (10 monitors) Slight premium for 2x faster checks | $7/month | $9/month |
Credit card to start Both let you start free | Not required | Not required |
Status page design Status pages your users will actually use | Functional, dated | Modern, beautiful |
Based on publicly available pricing and features as of January 2025.
Where each tool excels
UptimeRobot is best for
Generous free tier
50 monitors free is the most generous in the industry—hard to beat for hobbyists and side projects.
Established reliability
Running since 2010 with 2.7M+ users. Proven track record and stable platform.
Mobile apps
Native iOS and Android apps for managing monitors on the go.
Pinger.fyi is best for
30-second checks
Detect outages in half the time. Know about issues before customers notice.
Modern status pages
Clean, responsive status pages with custom domains and SSL included.
Simple, fast setup
First monitor live in 30 seconds. No configuration wizards or complex dashboards.
Pricing comparison
| Monitors | UptimeRobot | Pinger.fyi | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 monitors | Free | Free | — |
| 10 monitors | $7/mo | $9/mo | — |
| 50 monitors | $15/mo | $29/mo | — |
| 100 monitors | $29/mo | $79/mo | — |
UptimeRobot free tier checks every 5 minutes. Pinger free tier checks every 30 seconds. Prices as of January 2025.
Which should you choose?
Choose UptimeRobot if you need:
- Maximum monitors on free tier
- Established platform with long track record
- Native mobile apps
- Cron job (heartbeat) monitoring
Choose Pinger if you want:
- Faster 30-second check intervals
- Modern, professional status pages
- Simpler setup experience
- Clean, minimal interface
Frequently asked questions
Yes. UptimeRobot offers 50 monitors free with 5-minute check intervals. Paid plans start at $7/month for 1-minute checks.