Hexometer

Receive 24/7 monitoring, notifications via multiple channels, without software installation or code changes.

Free plan available
No credit card

What is Hexometer?

Hexometer is an uptime monitoring service that tracks the availability and performance of websites and applications around the clock. It checks your services at regular intervals and alerts you immediately when problems occur, whether that's downtime, slow responses, or SSL certificate issues. The tool requires no installation or code changes; you simply provide the URL or endpoint you want to monitor, and Hexometer handles the rest. It sends notifications through email, SMS, webhooks, and other channels so you stay informed wherever you are. This makes it suitable for developers, small businesses, and operations teams who need straightforward monitoring without technical complexity.

Key features

24/7 uptime monitoring

Continuous checks of your websites and APIs at configurable intervals

Multi-channel alerts

Notifications via email, SMS, webhooks, Slack, and other integrations when issues arise

No installation required

Monitor services through the web dashboard without modifying your infrastructure

Performance tracking

Monitors response times and identifies slow endpoints

SSL certificate monitoring

Alerts you before certificates expire

Status page

Display real-time service status to your users

Pros & cons

Advantages

Quick to set up; add monitors in minutes without technical overhead
Multiple notification channels ensure you won't miss alerts regardless of your location
Freemium model lets you start monitoring at least one service at no cost
No need to modify your application code or infrastructure

Limitations

Limited customisation options compared to more complex monitoring platforms like Datadog or New Relic
Freemium tier likely has restrictions on check frequency, number of monitors, or data retention