Uptime Kuma vs Netdata
Both in Monitoring & ops โ compared item by item
| Uptime Kuma | Netdata | |
|---|---|---|
| Stars | โ 91.7k | โ 80.6k |
| Language | JavaScript | C |
| License | MIT | GPL-3.0 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-24 | 2026-09-24 |
| Usage | ๐ณ Self-hosted | ๐ณ Self-hosted |
| Platforms | โ | โ |
| Category | Monitoring & ops | Monitoring & ops |
How to choose
- They support exactly the same usage modes; the difference is in ecosystem and implementation details.
- Both have comparable traction, so pick based on features and day-to-day experience.
- Different licenses (MIT vs GPL-3.0) โ check the terms before commercial use.