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