Pingdom Standard alternatives
Killing $15/mo (~$180/yr) — here are 2 verified escapes, honest trade-offs included.
head-to-head
| Pingdom Standard | Uptime Kuma | |
|---|---|---|
| price | $15/mo | Free self-host |
| self-hostable | no | yes |
| license | proprietary | MIT |
| verified | — | 2026-08 |
free & open source (2)
Free self-host
Gorgeous self-hosted uptime monitoring with status pages, alerts, and 90+ notification channels.
trade-offs: Single instance — you own its uptime
github →faq
What is the best free alternative to Pingdom Standard?
Uptime Kuma is the top free option — Gorgeous self-hosted uptime monitoring with status pages, alerts, and 90+ notification channels.
How much can I save by switching from Pingdom Standard?
Pingdom Standard costs $15/mo, so switching to a free alternative saves roughly $180/year per seat.
Can Pingdom Standard be self-hosted?
Yes — Uptime Kuma and Gatus can be self-hosted for free.