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Chronosphere vs Prometheus
Compare Chronosphere and Prometheus on deployment, pricing and source model before you shortlist.
| Attribute |  ChronosphereOther license |  PrometheusOpen source |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Monitoring & Observability | Monitoring & Observability |
| Primary focus | Cloud-native observability platform, now part of Palo Alto Networks | Open-source, pull-based metrics monitoring and alerting toolkit |
| Deployment | Not specified | Self-hosted |
| Source model | Other license | Open source |
| Pricing model | contact sales | open source |
| 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 Prometheus open source?
Chronosphere is not open source (proprietary or source-available). Prometheus is open source.
What is the pricing model for Chronosphere vs Prometheus?
Chronosphere uses a contact sales pricing model. Prometheus uses an open source pricing model. Confirm current rates with each vendor before deciding.
Can Chronosphere and Prometheus be self-hosted?
Chronosphere is not offered as a self-hosted option. Prometheus is self-hostable.