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UptimeRobot

Free uptime monitoring with 50 free monitors

4.3
Free plan

The Verdict

The most popular free uptime monitoring tool. 50 free monitors with 5-minute checks. Over 3.2M websites monitored....

Pros

  • Generous free plan
  • Very easy setup
  • Reliable alerts

Cons

  • - 5-min checks on free plan
  • - Limited reporting
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Our Rating

8.5
Overall Score (out of 10)
Ease of Use9.2/10
Feature Set7.8/10
Value for Money9.5/10
Customer Support7.5/10

About UptimeRobot

The most popular free uptime monitoring tool. 50 free monitors with 5-minute checks. Over 3.2M websites monitored.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Generous free plan
  • Very easy setup
  • Reliable alerts

Cons

  • 5-min checks on free plan
  • Limited reporting

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FAQ

Is UptimeRobot free?

UptimeRobot has a free plan. Paid plans start at $7/month.

How much does UptimeRobot cost?

UptimeRobot starts at $7 per month on its entry paid plan, on a freemium model. A free plan is available below that tier. See the pricing section on this page for what each tier includes.

What is UptimeRobot best for?

UptimeRobot is free uptime monitoring with 50 free monitors. It scores 8.5/10 overall in our uptime monitoring testing, and stands out for generous free plan, very easy setup and reliable alerts.

What are the downsides of UptimeRobot?

The main limitations we found are 5-min checks on free plan and limited reporting. Whether those matter depends on your team size and requirements — the alternatives page lists uptime monitoring tools that trade off differently.

Where can I compare UptimeRobot with alternatives?

Our UptimeRobot alternatives page ranks the other uptime monitoring tools we have tested side by side, with scores for ease of use, features, value and support. The Uptime Monitoring category page compares the full set in one table.

Is UptimeRobot worth it in 2026?

UptimeRobot scores 8.5/10 in our uptime monitoring review for 2026. At $7/month it is worth it for teams that need generous free plan and very easy setup. The trade-off to weigh is 5-min checks on free plan.