FrameFlow Vs. Paessler PRTG: a Comprehensive Comparison
PRTG and FrameFlow are both IT monitoring software solutions that send you alerts about detected problems in your environment. Both are on-premises solutions that can monitor a broad range of device types and protocols, but which is superior?
This article compares Paessler's PRTG and FrameFlow on metrics like pricing, monitoring compatibility, ease of use, and more. Let's compare the two solutions head-to-head and see which comes out on top.
Similarities between Paessler's PRTG Monitor and FrameFlow IT Monitoring
First, let's outline the similarities between the two solutions:
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On-Premises Installation
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Agentless Solution
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Runs on Windows
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Easy to Install
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Both PRTG and FrameFlow are on-premises solutions. This means full control over data ownership, retention, and security. Both solutions also install without the use of agents. PRTG and FrameFlow both run on Windows and can be deployed in under ten minutes.
PRTG vs FrameFlow: More Similarities
Both PRTG and FrameFlow monitor thousands of metrics for hundreds of different device types, but the table below summarizes some key categories.
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Windows Monitoring
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Linux Monitoring
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SNMP Monitoring
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VMware Monitoring
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Azure & Entra ID Monitoring
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Differences between FrameFlow and PRTG: Where Paessler Falls Short
While both solutions are Windows-based, agentless, and on-premises, PRTG still differs from FrameFlow in a few key ways.
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Perpetual Licensing Available
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Per-Device Pricing
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FrameFlow lets you choose between perpetual licensing and subscription. PRTG forces its users into an expensive subscription model.
PRTG prices its software on a per-sensor basis. Pricing like this feels unclear and arbitrary. FrameFlow offers per-device licensing.
All FrameFlow licenses come with a five-year price control guarantee. With PRTG, your costs may change unpredictably.
The Online Search for a PRTG Alternative
On July 1st, 2024, PRTG discontinued its perpetual subscription model and replaced it with an expensive subscription-based pricing system. Across several online forums, users have been expressing disappointment in the changes and a desire for a new software solution. Just a few quotes from those forums can be seen below.
“1000 probe license going from 600euro to 2500 per year. I will be moving to something else.”
“I have used Paessler products since 2005. Venture capital is ruining everything. The price gouging is ridiculous.”
“They did say my product will keep working but not even security updates are free.”
“There are many better solutions out there that are cheaper.”
If any of this sounds familiar to you, it's time to make the switch to FrameFlow. Don't lock yourself into another years-long contract with a solution that no longer fits your needs.
Make the Switch Today
If you're new to FrameFlow, why not take us for a spin? Download our fully-featured free trial and you'll be up and running in five minutes. Try us today to compare and contrast the two solutions yourself and see the difference FrameFlow makes.