BlazeMeter API Monitoring
Continuous API Monitoring for Development and Operations.
Overview
BlazeMeter API Monitoring, the successor to Runscope, is a powerful tool for monitoring APIs and backend services. It allows you to create complex, multi-step API tests that validate performance and correctness. Tests can be run from global locations on a schedule or triggered by CI/CD events, with detailed alerting for failures.
✨ Key Features
- Multi-step API tests with scripting
- Uptime and performance monitoring from global locations
- Data validation and assertions
- CI/CD integration
- Team collaboration features
- Detailed test results and diagnostics
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Mature and robust feature set (from Runscope heritage)
- Integration with the broader BlazeMeter performance testing platform
- Strong enterprise support
Unique Value: Provides a reliable, scalable, and feature-rich solution for ensuring API correctness and performance, backed by an enterprise testing vendor.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Ensuring the reliability of microservices
- Post-deployment verification of API functionality
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Full-stack observability
- Teams looking for a free or very low-cost solution
🏆 Alternatives
Offers more advanced and battle-tested monitoring features compared to newer or developer-focused tools, and integrates with a powerful load testing solution.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Pro & Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: Limited number of runs and features
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