Compare Obkio and Paessler PRTG 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (71.4% of reviews)
Mid-Market (49.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00 2 Monitoring Agents Per Month
Free Trial 10000 Sensors Per Year
Obkio
Star Rating
(10)4.9 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (71.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00 2 Monitoring Agents Per Month
Browse all 4 pricing plansPaessler PRTG
Star Rating
(206)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial 10000 Sensors Per Year
Browse all 7 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Paessler PRTG excels in its auto-discovery feature, which allows users to quickly map out network dependencies. One user highlighted the ease of pointing the tool at a subnet and returning to a nearly complete network map, showcasing its efficiency in network management.
- Users say that Obkio stands out for its customizable dashboards, which make troubleshooting network issues significantly easier. Reviewers appreciate how quickly they can identify and resolve performance problems, often in minutes rather than days.
- According to verified reviews, Paessler PRTG offers a robust set of features that allow users to create sensors reflecting business impact, such as monitoring ERP accessibility. This capability helps users focus on what truly matters rather than getting lost in raw metrics.
- Reviewers mention that Obkio is particularly user-friendly, with many noting its ease of use as a major advantage. This simplicity is appealing for small businesses looking for effective network monitoring without a steep learning curve.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while Paessler PRTG has a solid support rating, Obkio receives even higher praise for its quality of support. Users have expressed satisfaction with the responsiveness and helpfulness of Obkio's support team, which can be crucial for businesses needing quick assistance.
- Users report that Paessler PRTG, despite its strengths, can sometimes be complex to configure, which may pose challenges for some users. In contrast, Obkio's straightforward setup process is frequently mentioned as a key benefit, making it an attractive option for those who prioritize quick implementation.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Obkio
Free!
$0.00
2 Monitoring Agents Per Month
A free, Obkio starter package for your basic network monitoring needs.
- 1 Users
- 2 Monitoring Agents
- 1 Network Device
Paessler PRTG
Free Trial
Free Trial
10000 Sensors Per Year
30 Day Full Access Free Trial
100% Free. No Credit Card Required
Free Version After the Trial
- Free Full Features for 30 days
Free Trial
Obkio
Free Trial is available
Paessler PRTG
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.7
5
9.4
179
Ease of Use
10.0
5
9.1
179
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
9.0
161
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.9
128
Quality of Support
10.0
5
8.9
165
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.8
120
Product Direction (% positive)
Not enough data
9.1
170
Features by Category
Functionality
Not enough data
9.5
29
Not enough data
9.6
30
Not enough data
8.9
29
Not enough data
8.8
29
Not enough data
8.6
29
Not enough data
8.7
29
Agentic AI - Database Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Functionality
Not enough data
9.4
80
Not enough data
9.2
78
Not enough data
7.8
72
Not enough data
9.1
70
Monitoring - Network Monitoring
Not enough data
8.6
38
Not enough data
8.5
44
Not enough data
9.0
41
Management
Not enough data
8.9
68
Not enough data
8.8
72
Not enough data
8.0
67
Analytics - Network Monitoring
Not enough data
7.7
38
Not enough data
7.5
39
Security - Network Monitoring
Not enough data
8.2
38
Not enough data
7.6
37
Not enough data
7.1
38
Network Performance - Network Monitoring
Not enough data
7.5
38
Not enough data
7.2
39
AI Automation - Network Monitoring
Not enough data
5.7
37
Not enough data
5.5
37
Not enough data
5.8
37
Agentic AI - Network Monitoring
Not enough data
7.8
9
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.0
9
Not enough data
7.8
9
Not enough data
7.4
9
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.8
8
Monitoring
Not enough data
8.8
27
Not enough data
8.0
25
Not enough data
7.8
24
Not enough data
9.0
26
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
Not enough data
8.6
27
Not enough data
7.5
24
Not enough data
6.9
25
Not enough data
Not enough data
Analysis
Not enough data
8.4
27
Not enough data
8.6
26
Not enough data
7.1
24
Agentic AI - Cloud Infrastructure Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
AI Automation - Cloud Infrastructure Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Visibility
Not enough data
8.8
56
Not enough data
9.2
56
Not enough data
8.7
53
Monitoring and Management
Not enough data
8.5
53
Not enough data
8.0
50
Not enough data
8.2
50
Not enough data
9.2
56
Agentic AI - Hardware Monitoring
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
7.3
5
Visibility
Not enough data
9.1
57
Not enough data
9.3
58
Not enough data
8.9
55
Monitoring and Management
Not enough data
8.9
54
Not enough data
8.0
51
Not enough data
8.5
53
Not enough data
9.4
58
Not enough data
9.2
51
Not enough data
8.6
48
Cloud environment support
Not enough data
8.3
41
Not enough data
8.3
43
Agentic AI - Server Monitoring
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
Functionality
Not enough data
9.5
74
Not enough data
9.0
61
Not enough data
8.8
55
Not enough data
7.1
47
Management
Not enough data
9.1
67
Not enough data
9.2
70
Not enough data
9.0
52
Not enough data
9.3
74
Agentic AI - Enterprise Monitoring
Not enough data
9.1
19
Not enough data
9.2
18
Not enough data
9.2
19
Not enough data
9.3
19
Not enough data
9.3
19
Not enough data
9.3
20
Not enough data
9.1
19
Monitoring
Not enough data
9.2
19
Not enough data
8.8
19
Not enough data
9.3
19
Not enough data
6.8
19
Not enough data
9.3
20
Response
Not enough data
9.3
20
Not enough data
9.0
20
Not enough data
8.5
19
Agentic AI - Application Performance Monitoring (APM)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Performance
Not enough data
8.7
21
Not enough data
8.3
21
Functionality
Not enough data
8.6
21
Not enough data
8.9
21
Not enough data
8.4
21
Not enough data
8.3
22
Telemetry Collection & Ingestion - Observability
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Observability Software
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Visualization & Dashboards - Observability
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Correlation & Root Cause Analysis - Observability
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Scalability & Ecosystem Integration - Observability
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
AI Features - Observability
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Obkio and Paessler PRTG are categorized as Network Monitoring
Unique Categories
Obkio has no unique categories
Paessler PRTG is categorized as Server Monitoring, Hardware Monitoring, Database Monitoring, Cloud Infrastructure Monitoring, Application Performance Monitoring (APM), Enterprise Monitoring, and Observability Software
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Obkio
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Paessler PRTG
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
57.1%
Computer & Network Security
28.6%
Telecommunications
14.3%
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Other
0.0%
Information Technology and Services
32.5%
Telecommunications
7.3%
Computer & Network Security
4.2%
Computer Software
3.1%
Hospital & Health Care
2.6%
Other
50.3%
Discussions
Obkio has no discussions with answers
Paessler FAQ
1 Comment
GR
https://www.paessler.com/support/faqsRead more
What are the benefits and drawbacks of using PRTG Network Monitor for your IT infrastructure, and what improvements would you suggest?
1 Comment
MA
Flexible Licensing:
The licensing model is based on the number of sensors, allowing organizations to choose a plan that fits their specific needs and budget.Read more
Has anyone else found the learning curve for custom sensors and reports slows real projects?
1 Comment
AB
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Have you tried starting with the built-in sensor templates and REST/custom sensor docs before building from scratch...Read more
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