Open-Source Alternatives to Sentry Cloud
Based on our dataset, the self-hostable open-source alternatives to Sentry Cloud are GlitchTip. The Sentry Cloud plan we benchmark is Business ($80/mo + event quota overages).
Data last updated . How we check.
Quick comparison
| Alternative | License | RAM in starter config | Needs Postgres / Redis | Migration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GlitchTip | MIT | 512 MB | Yes / Yes | Instant (Change 1 Sentry DSN URL in your app) |
GlitchTip
Lightweight, open-source error tracking 100% compatible with existing Sentry SDKs, runs on 1/10th the RAM
- Uses standard `@sentry/browser` and `@sentry/node` SDKs
- Needs only Postgres + Redis ( unlike Sentry's 16GB Kafka stack)
- Built-in uptime monitoring & performance tracing
Docker image glitchtip/glitchtip:latest. GitHub: glitchtip/glitchtip (3.6k stars when our data was last updated). Website: https://glitchtip.com
Switching from Sentry Cloud
- Pick an alternative above and open its comparison page for the cost breakdown.
- Generate a free starter
docker-compose.ymlin the stack builder. - Test it on a small server with a copy of your data before moving the team over.
- Check the migration notes in the table, and the official docs of the tool you pick.
More detail: Replace Sentry Cloud guide.
FAQ
What are the open-source alternatives to Sentry Cloud?
In the StackSwitcher dataset, the self-hostable open-source alternatives to Sentry Cloud are GlitchTip.
Which Sentry Cloud plan does StackSwitcher compare against?
We benchmark Sentry Cloud Business ($80/mo + event quota overages). The main pain point we note: A single frontend loop bug in production can exhaust your monthly error quota in 20 minutes and rack up overage charges.
How much RAM does GlitchTip need when self-hosted?
Our starter Docker config budgets 512 MB of RAM for GlitchTip plus Postgres and Redis. Real needs depend on your usage.
Config templates are MIT licensed and provided "AS IS", with no warranty of any kind and no liability. Prices and specs are informational estimates from our dataset, so check the vendor and project sites before you decide. See the Terms & No Warranty disclaimer.