OpenObserve vs Datadog
OpenObserve says it does the job of Datadog for less. Here's the price, what you get, and what you give up.
You save 98% in a test
OpenObserve claims 140x lower storage cost vs typical SaaS APM and cites a side-by-side test where identical telemetry cost $174/day on Datadog vs $3/day on OpenObserve, with teams cutting Datadog bills 4x–8x.
OpenObserve is smaller, with fewer integrations than Datadog.
| OpenObserve | Datadog | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3/day | $174/day |
| Saving | — | — |
| Best for | OpenObserve claims 140x lower storage cost vs typical SaaS APM and cites a side-by-side test where identical telemetry cost $174/day on Datadog vs $3/day on OpenObserve, with teams cutting Datadog bills 4x–8x. | Teams that want the biggest, most complete option |
| Trade-off | Fewer integrations than the big tool | You pay more |
| Last checked | 2026-11-10 |
Questions people ask
Is OpenObserve cheaper than Datadog?
By OpenObserve's own pricing claim, yes: $3/day vs $174/day. Check both pricing pages before you buy.
What do you give up switching from Datadog to OpenObserve?
OpenObserve is smaller than Datadog, so expect fewer integrations and add-ons. Try it with a small part of your work first.
What do you get with OpenObserve?
OpenObserve claims 140x lower storage cost vs typical SaaS APM and cites a side-by-side test where identical telemetry cost $174/day on Datadog vs $3/day on OpenObserve, with teams cutting Datadog bills 4x–8x.
How do I switch from Datadog to OpenObserve?
Export your data first, test a small import, run both side by side for a week, then cancel before your renewal date.