Prometheus vs Sentry
A detailed comparison to help you choose the right devops & ci/cd for your business needs.
Platform Overview
Both Prometheus and Sentry are popular devops & ci/cd solutions. Here's how they compare.
Prometheus
An open-source systems monitoring and alerting toolkit designed for reliability and scalability with a powerful query language.
Sentry
An application monitoring platform that provides real-time error tracking, performance monitoring, and release health insights.
Feature Comparison
Prometheus Features
- Time-series metric collection
- PromQL query language
- Alertmanager integration
- Service discovery
- Pull-based metric scraping
Sentry Features
- Real-time error tracking
- Performance monitoring
- Release health tracking
- Source map support
- Issue assignment and workflow
Best For
Prometheus — Best For
- Infrastructure and application metrics
- Kubernetes cluster monitoring
- Alert-driven operations
Sentry — Best For
- Application error tracking
- Frontend and backend monitoring
- Release quality management
Our Verdict
Both Prometheus and Sentry are excellent choices. Prometheus excels at infrastructure and application metrics, while Sentry shines at application error tracking. The best choice depends on your specific needs, budget, and technical requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Prometheus or Sentry?
Neither is universally better — it depends on your needs. Prometheus is best for infrastructure and application metrics, while Sentry excels at application error tracking. We can help you evaluate which fits your business.
Can I switch from Prometheus to Sentry?
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 Prometheus and Sentry together?
In many cases, yes. Prometheus and Sentry can complement each other depending on your architecture. We can advise on the best integration strategy.
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