SiteBot vs UptimeRobot
Both SiteBot and UptimeRobot offer website uptime monitoring, but they differ in features, pricing, and approach. Here's a detailed comparison to help you choose.
SiteBotRecommended
A modern uptime monitoring solution with a clean interface and generous free tier features.
- Modern, intuitive dashboard with real-time updates
- DNS monitoring included on all plans
- Telegram integration available for free
- Unbranded status pages on free plan
- Password-protected status pages included
- Embeddable uptime badges for any monitor
UptimeRobot
An established monitoring service since 2010 with a large user base and proven reliability.
- Established service with years of operation
- Multi-location monitoring from various regions
- 50 free monitors (vs 10 on SiteBot)
- 5-minute minimum interval on free plan
- Branding removal requires Pro subscription
- Only 24-hour log retention on free plan
Detailed Feature Comparison
A comprehensive look at what each platform offers
| Feature | SiteBot | UptimeRobot |
|---|---|---|
| Monitoring Types | ||
| HTTP(s) Monitoring | ||
| TCP Port Monitoring | ||
| Ping/ICMP Monitoring | ||
| DNS Monitoring | ||
| Keyword Monitoring | ||
| SSL Certificate Monitoring | ||
| Cron Job Monitoring | Coming Soon | |
| Check Intervals | ||
| Minimum Check Interval | 1 minute | 5 min (free) / 1 min (paid) |
| Custom Intervals | ||
| Alerting & Notifications | ||
| Email Alerts | ||
| Slack Integration | ||
| Telegram Integration | ||
| Discord Integration | Coming Soon | |
| Webhook Notifications | Coming Soon | |
| SMS Alerts | Coming Soon | Paid only |
| Phone Call Alerts | Coming Soon | Paid only |
| Status Pages | ||
| Public Status Pages | ||
| Custom Domain | Pro only | |
| Password Protection | Pro only | |
| Remove Branding | Pro only | |
| Custom Logo | Pro only | |
| Incident History | ||
| Badges & Reporting | ||
| Uptime Badges | ||
| Response Time Graphs | ||
| Uptime Reports | ||
| Export Data | Coming Soon | Pro only |
| Infrastructure | ||
| Multi-Location Checks | Coming Soon | |
| API Access | ||
| IPv6 Support | ||
| Free Plan | ||
| Free Monitors | 10 | 50 |
| Free Status Pages | 3 | 1 |
| Log Retention | 30 days | 24 hours (free) |
Who Should Choose Which?
Choose SiteBot If You...
- Want a modern, clean interface for monitoring
- Need DNS monitoring alongside HTTP checks
- Want Telegram notifications without paying extra
- Need professional status pages without branding
- Want longer log retention on the free plan
- Prefer 1-minute check intervals without upgrading
Choose UptimeRobot If You...
- Need to monitor more than 10 sites for free
- Require multi-location monitoring now
- Need cron job / heartbeat monitoring
- Want webhook integrations immediately
- Prefer an established service with long track record
- Need SMS/phone call alerts (paid plans)
Why We Built SiteBot
While UptimeRobot has been a solid choice for uptime monitoring since 2010, we noticed several pain points that users consistently mentioned:
The Problem
- • Outdated user interface that feels clunky
- • Many features locked behind expensive plans
- • Forced branding on free status pages
- • Limited notification options on free tier
- • Only 24-hour log retention for free users
Our Solution
- • Modern, fast, and intuitive interface
- • More features available on the free plan
- • Clean status pages without forced branding
- • Telegram + Slack on all plans
- • 30-day log retention even for free users
SiteBot is designed for developers and small teams who need reliable uptime monitoring without the enterprise price tag. We believe essential monitoring features shouldn't be locked behind paywalls.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I migrate from UptimeRobot to SiteBot?
Yes! You can easily recreate your monitors in SiteBot. We're also working on an import feature that will let you migrate your monitors automatically.
Is SiteBot reliable enough for production use?
Absolutely. SiteBot runs on robust cloud infrastructure with high availability. Our monitoring systems are designed to be always-on so you never miss an outage.
What if I need more than 10 monitors?
Our paid plans offer more monitors, shorter check intervals, and additional features. Check our pricing page for details. We keep our pricing simple and affordable.
Do you support multi-location monitoring?
Multi-location monitoring is on our roadmap and coming soon. This will allow you to check your services from multiple geographic locations for more accurate uptime data.
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