PM2
8.1#1 in process monitoring softwareFrom $79 a monthFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
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Remote Process Explorer
6.4#6 in process monitoring software$149.95 one-timeFree planWindows
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| Fact | PM2 | Remote Process Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | PM2 is a daemon process manager that helps manage applications and keep them online. | Remote Process Explorer manages and monitors processes on local and remote computers in real time. |
| System requirements | PM2 7 requires Node.js 20 or newer and supports Bun; the project README lists Linux, macOS and Windows support. | The stated minimum requirements are a 1 GHz processor, 512 MB RAM, and 50 MB free disk space. |
PM2 plans
- PM2 RuntimeFree
- RuntimeFree
- Plus$79 a month
- PM2 Plus$79 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
- PM2 EnterprisePriced on request
Remote Process Explorer plans
- Personal LicenseFree
- Business License$149.95, paid once
- Corporate License$2,999.95, paid once
Pick PM2 if…
PM2 Runtime suits developers who want an open-source process manager for applications, including Node.js apps running in containers. Teams needing Node.js production monitoring can consider Plus, while Enterprise lists optimization and profiling features.
Pick Remote Process Explorer if…
It suits Windows users who need to inspect and control processes across local or remote computers. The free Personal License is for non-commercial use on one computer; commercial use has Business and Corporate licenses.