Grafana vs Prometheus
A detailed comparison to help you choose the right devops & ci/cd for your business needs.
Platform Overview
Both Grafana and Prometheus are popular devops & ci/cd solutions. Here's how they compare.
Grafana
An open-source observability platform for visualizing metrics, logs, and traces from multiple data sources in customizable dashboards.
Prometheus
An open-source systems monitoring and alerting toolkit designed for reliability and scalability with a powerful query language.
Feature Comparison
Grafana Features
- Multi-source data visualization
- Customizable dashboards
- Alerting and notification channels
- Plugin ecosystem
- Log and trace exploration
Prometheus Features
- Time-series metric collection
- PromQL query language
- Alertmanager integration
- Service discovery
- Pull-based metric scraping
Best For
Grafana — Best For
- Metrics visualization and dashboards
- Multi-source observability
- Infrastructure monitoring dashboards
Prometheus — Best For
- Infrastructure and application metrics
- Kubernetes cluster monitoring
- Alert-driven operations
Our Verdict
Both Grafana and Prometheus are excellent choices. Grafana excels at metrics visualization and dashboards, while Prometheus shines at infrastructure and application metrics. The best choice depends on your specific needs, budget, and technical requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Grafana or Prometheus?
Neither is universally better — it depends on your needs. Grafana is best for metrics visualization and dashboards, while Prometheus excels at infrastructure and application metrics. We can help you evaluate which fits your business.
Can I switch from Grafana to Prometheus?
Yes, migration is possible. The complexity depends on your current setup and data. Our team can plan and execute a smooth migration with minimal downtime.
Can I use Grafana and Prometheus together?
In many cases, yes. Grafana and Prometheus can complement each other depending on your architecture. We can advise on the best integration strategy.
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