VisualVM
6.1#17 in profiling softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
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YourKit .NET Profiler
6.8#3 in profiling softwareFrom $99 a yearFree planAPILinuxmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | VisualVM | YourKit .NET Profiler |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | VisualVM integrates command line JDK tools with lightweight profiling for Java application troubleshooting in development and production. | YourKit .NET Profiler profiles performance and memory in .NET and .NET Core applications. |
| Support | Users can contact developers and the community through Gitter, send private feedback by email, or report bugs through the linked issue tracker. | Active support includes unlimited-incident email support and help with installation, product use, and general questions. |
VisualVM plans
- VisualVMFree
YourKit .NET Profiler plans
- Open source and free licenseFree
- Seat — annual subscription, single-seat$99 a year
- Seat — perpetual, single-seat$129, paid once
- Seat — annual subscription, five-seat$299 a year
- Seat — perpetual, five-seat$389, paid once
- Floating — annual subscription, single-user$499 a year
Pick VisualVM if…
VisualVM suits Java developers, system administrators, quality engineers, and end users who need application monitoring or diagnostics. It is also relevant for people investigating performance or memory use.
Pick YourKit .NET Profiler if…
YourKit .NET Profiler suits developers and teams analyzing .NET application performance and memory locally or remotely. Its API, command-line tools, and CI monitoring support suit automated profiling workflows.