Google Cloud Logging
8.8#4 in log management softwareFrom $0.01 a monthFree planiOSWebAPILinux
VisitGoogle Cloud Logging vs Kiwi Syslog Server
Kiwi Syslog Server
7.6#19 in log management softwareFree planFree planWebSelf-hostedWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Google Cloud Logging | Kiwi Syslog Server |
|---|---|---|
| Archive export | Yes | Yes |
| Deployment options | cloud | self-hosted |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations | Official integrations include Cloud Monitoring, Error Reporting, Cloud Trace, Pub/Sub, Cloud Storage and BigQuery. | SolarWinds lists Loggly, Network Performance Monitor, Papertrail, Security Event Manager, and Splunk as integrations. |
| Live log tailing | Yes | Yes |
| Log pipelines | Yes | Yes |
Google Cloud Logging plans
- Logging storage (non-vended network logs)$0.50, paid once
- Logging retention beyond default period$0.01 a month
- Log AnalyticsFree
- Log RouterFree
- Free allotmentFree
- Logs RouterFree
Kiwi Syslog Server plans
- Free EditionFree
- Licensed Edition$999 a month
- Kiwi Syslog Server Licensed Edition$999, paid once
Pick Google Cloud Logging if…
It suits teams that need a cloud-based place to inspect, retain, and export logs. The free ingestion allowance may be useful, while storage and longer retention have listed charges.
Pick Kiwi Syslog Server if…
It suits organizations that need self-hosted collection and handling of network and system logs. Teams should note the current Free Edition availability status and the Windows requirements for Kiwi Syslog Server NG.