Datadog APM vs Visual Studio

Datadog APM lists Distributed request tracing, Service performance dashboards and Related logs and infrastructure context. Visual Studio lists Application development, Debugger and diagnostics and Testing tools. Start with the features you would actually use, then check which plan includes them. A shorter feature list doesn't necessarily mean a tool can't do something you need.

Compare the total for your team, not just the starting price. Check the billing period, currency, number of users, usage limits and renewal rate, then add any extras you need. If you try a free plan or trial, check what happens when you reach its limits.

Pick a task you do often and try it in both tools. See which feels easier to use and works with the tools you already rely on. Before you pay, check the plan limits and whether you can get the support you need.