Instana

by IBM

Automated APM for microservices.

Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate

Key facts

Instana is a monitoring tool from IBM. Instana, an IBM company, offers automated application performance monitoring for cloud-native apps.

Instana uses subscription pricing with a 14-day free trial. Custom.

It's best suited to cloud-native-teams and runs on Web, Api.

Standout strengths include auto-discovery, microservices focus, fast setup. Worth weighing: enterprise pricing.

Custom

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Uptime, logs, and incident management.

4.7(200)Free – $29/mo

Monitoring as code for developers.

4.7(100)Free – $80/mo

Cron and uptime monitoring.

4.7(150)Free – $49/mo

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What is Instana?

Instana, an IBM company, offers automated application performance monitoring for cloud-native apps.

How much does Instana cost?

Instana is subscription-priced.

Does Instana have a free trial?

Yes — Instana offers a 14-day free trial.

What platforms does Instana support?

Instana is available on Web, Api.