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Chronosphere vs Lightstep
Compare Chronosphere and Lightstep on deployment, pricing and source model before you shortlist.
| Attribute |  ChronosphereOther license |  LightstepOther license |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Monitoring & Observability | Monitoring & Observability |
| Primary focus | Cloud-native observability platform, now part of Palo Alto Networks | Distributed tracing pioneer, now ServiceNow Cloud Observability |
| Deployment | Not specified | Not specified |
| Source model | Other license | Other license |
| Pricing model | contact sales | contact sales |
| API available | Yes | Yes |
| Vendor website | Visit vendor ↗ | Visit vendor ↗ |
| ITHub profile | View full profile → | View full profile → |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Chronosphere or Lightstep open source?
Chronosphere is not open source (proprietary or source-available). Lightstep is not open source (proprietary or source-available).
What is the pricing model for Chronosphere vs Lightstep?
Chronosphere uses a contact sales pricing model. Lightstep uses a contact sales pricing model. Confirm current rates with each vendor before deciding.
Can Chronosphere and Lightstep be self-hosted?
Chronosphere is not offered as a self-hosted option. Lightstep is not offered as a self-hosted option.