Healthchecks.io vs Ping Clock
20 checks free.
Healthchecks.io is the reference product in this category. It's open source, you can self-host it, it's run by a founder who publishes openly, and lots of developers trust it. If you're happy there, stay. This page is for people comparing.
Figures from the Healthchecks.io pricing page, checked 16 Oct 2026.
Plans
| Ping Clock | Healthchecks.io | |
|---|---|---|
| Free | 20 checks | 20 jobs (Hobbyist) |
| Next tier | $9/mo, 100 checks | $5/mo Supporter, 20 jobs |
| Mid tier | $29/mo, 500 checks | $20/mo Business, 100 jobs |
| Top self-serve | $79/mo, 2,000 checks | $80/mo Business Plus, 1,000 jobs |
| Annual discount | 2 months free (about 17%) | 20% |
| SMS, WhatsApp, phone call alerts | No | Credits on Business plans |
| Self-hosting | No | Yes, open source |
| Payments | Stripe | Braintree (cards, PayPal) |
Where Healthchecks.io is ahead
- Open source and self-hostable.
- SMS, WhatsApp and phone call credits on paid plans.
- A long track record.
- Free Business plan for open-source projects and nonprofits, per its FAQ.
Where Ping Clock may suit you better
- More checks per dollar in the middle: 500 for $29 versus 100 for $20.
- Unlimited users and a year of history on Business.
- Run duration and log capture bundled on Pro.
Same ping model
Both use a unique URL per check with start and fail signals and exit codes. Moving between them is mostly swapping URLs in your scripts.
FAQ
Is Ping Clock open source?
No.
Can I import my Healthchecks.io checks?
Not automatically at launch. Recreate the checks, then swap the ping URLs.