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SolarWinds Server & Application Monitor (SAM)

Paid

Comprehensive monitoring for servers, applications, and infrastructure across hybrid environments.

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4.6 Editor Rating
Vetted Score
4.6 / 5.0

Earns a strong score for its deep monitoring depth, AI‑powered alerts, and extensive integration ecosystem, though pricing can be a barrier for smaller teams.

Key Features
End‑to‑End Application Monitoring

Automatically discovers and monitors performance metrics for critical applications, databases, and services across physical, virtual, and cloud environments.

Dynamic Thresholds & Alerting

AI‑driven baseline analysis creates adaptive thresholds, delivering real‑time alerts via email, SMS, or integrated ITSM tools.

Custom Dashboards & Reporting

Build role‑based dashboards with drag‑and‑drop widgets and schedule detailed reports for compliance and capacity planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, SolarWinds offers a 30‑day free trial with full feature access, allowing you to evaluate the product before purchasing.

SAM supports Windows Server, major Linux distributions, and virtualized platforms such as VMware, Hyper‑V, and KVM.

Yes, it integrates with popular ITSM tools like ServiceNow, Jira Service Management, and PagerDuty for automated incident creation.
Specifications
Pricing Model Subscription-based per‑node pricing starting at $99 / month for up to 5 nodes, with higher tiers up to $499 / month for unlimited nodes and enterprise features.
Supported Platforms
Windows Server 2016/2019/2022Linux (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, SUSE)Virtualized environments (VMware, Hyper‑V, KVM)