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NodePing
Long-running uptime service with extensive check types — DNS, SSL, ports, custom HTTP.
What it does well
- Offers extensive check types including DNS, SSL, PING, and custom HTTP requests.
- Provides a comprehensive API for programmatic control of checks and notifications.
- Established service, operating since 2009, suggesting a stable and mature platform.
- Supports subaccounts, allowing for client or project-based check organization.
Where it falls short
- No free tier is available for small projects or evaluation.
- The user interface feels dated and less intuitive than more modern competitors.
- Public status pages are only included in higher-priced plans, not the base tier.
- Check frequency is limited to 3 minutes on the starting plan.
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StatusCake
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Updown.io
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