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247Monitor vs Checkly
Checkly is stronger for Playwright and monitoring-as-code workflows; 247Monitor combines external checks, server monitoring and status pages in fixed plans.
Last verified 16 July 2026 · Reviewed by the 247Monitor product and engineering team · Methodology
Commercial disclosure: 247Monitor publishes this comparison and sells one of the products covered.
Checkly is built around uptime, API and Playwright monitoring with developer tooling for checks as code. Its free Hobby plan includes 10 uptime monitors, 10,000 API runs and 1,000 browser runs.
247Monitor also provides browser journeys, but pairs them with server monitoring and a more complete public status-page workflow. It is less focused on code-defined checks and CI integration.
Side by side
Pricing and features, side by side.
Checked against Checkly's published pricing and documentation. Last verified 16 July 2026. Advantages for either product are marked in the table.
| 247Monitor | Checkly | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | –25 uptime monitors; browser journeys start on Starter | –10 uptime monitors, 10,000 API runs and 1,000 browser runs |
| Free uptime interval | ✓1 minute | ·2 minutes |
| First paid detect plan | ✓Starter £9/month | ·Starter $24/month billed annually |
| Playwright | ·Guided and scripted Chromium journeys | ✓Browser checks and native Playwright check suites |
| Monitoring as code | ·REST API | ✓CLI, Terraform, Pulumi and code-based workflow |
| Server monitoring | ✓Linux and Windows agent on every plan | ·Not listed as a host-monitoring product |
| Status pages | –Subscribers and incident management on every plan | –Free page available; advanced incident features vary by plan |
247Monitor prices are shown in GBP; the pricing page switches to your local currency (GBP or USD) automatically.
Key differences
Where 247Monitor differs from Checkly
Server monitoring
The Linux and Windows agent reports host metrics beside external checks.
Longer bundled retention
247Monitor retention is 30 days on free; 1 year starter; 2 years pro; 3 years business.
Best fit
When Checkly may be a better fit
The right choice depends on your requirements. These are the cases where the alternative has a clear advantage.
Choose Checkly for monitoring as code
Its CLI and code-first workflow are designed for checks kept alongside application code.
Choose Checkly for advanced Playwright use
Native Playwright suites, private locations and developer tooling provide more depth.
FAQ
Switching questions
Does Checkly include browser monitoring for free?
Yes. The current Hobby plan lists 1,000 browser or Playwright check-suite runs per month.
Which product is better for monitoring as code?
Checkly. 247Monitor has a REST API, but Checkly has a more developed CLI and code-based workflow.
Sources
Official information used in this comparison
Sources last checked 16 July 2026. Plan details and prices can change, so confirm current terms with the provider before buying.
See the editorial and comparison methodology for the review criteria and correction process.
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