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Open source monitoring software distributed via project downloads and documentation on the official site.
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Xymon
● Identity checkedObservability · Vendor site 2026-10-04
Xymon is open source infrastructure monitoring software for servers, applications, and networks. It collects status and metrics, presents color-coded dashboards, and supports alerting workflows inspired by the older Big Brother monitor but designed for larger deployments.
- Category
- Observability
- Free access
- Open source monitoring software distributed via project downloads and documentation on the official site.
- API access
- Not confirmed
Is Xymon right for you?
A good fit for
Operations teams that need self-hosted host and service monitoring with web dashboards and alert tooling.
Before you choose
The public homepage is a live demo status board rather than a SaaS signup or pricing catalog.
Network monitoring platform
Xymon provides dashboards, reports, and administration tools for tracking systems and services, with community downloads and documentation hosted on xymon.com.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monitoring scope | About page states Xymon monitors servers, applications, and networks with broad protocol coverage. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Scale focus | About copy highlights performance for large networks compared with earlier Big Brother limits. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Project resources | Site navigation links installation guides, configuration help, GitHub sources, and mailing lists. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
Understand the total cost
Xymon pricing & plans
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Frequently asked questions
What is Xymon used for?
Xymon is open source infrastructure monitoring software for servers, applications, and networks. It collects status and metrics, presents color-coded dashboards, and supports alerting workflows inspired by the older Big Brother monitor but designed for larger deployments.
Does Xymon have a free plan?
Open source monitoring software distributed via project downloads and documentation on the official site.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does Xymon cost?
No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use Xymon through an API?
Not confirmed. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
The public homepage is a live demo status board rather than a SaaS signup or pricing catalog.
Price history
No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.
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