Coralogix SIEM vs. Datadog SIEM
Not all SIEMs are built the same
If you’re evaluating options for a modern SIEM platform, chances are you’ve come across the Datadog SIEM and the Coralogix SIEM. Both offer observability and security capabilities, but they differ significantly in how they approach data ownership, alerting, cost, and usability.
In this article, we’ll break down the core differences to help you decide which platform best suits your needs for full security visibility and operational efficiency.
Why SOC Teams Are Moving to Coralogix
From architecture to alerting, the Coralogix SIEM delivers full data coverage, faster investigations, and true ownership, without the indexing taxes or overage games.
No index? No problem.
Analyze everything in real time without indexing. Say goodbye to sampling, guesswork, and rehydration fees.
Retention without restriction
Keep and query all of your data. Retention on your terms, not behind hidden limits, tiered pricing, or surprise charges.
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Real support from real experts
Certified engineers from onboarding to optimization. 24/7 human response in <2 minutes. No tickets in a queue, no separate services contract.
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Feature comparison: Coralogix SIEM vs. Datadog SIEM
| Feature | Coralogix | Datadog |
| Data Retention | Unlimited retention in your own cloud storage. | Logs retained for 15 days after which rehydration is required, adding time and cost. |
| Alerting | Real-time alerting with no index latency or mapping dependencies. | Proprietary alerting language with limited multi-signal correlation and indexing is a pre-requisite. |
| Search & Data Transformation | AI-assisted queries across hot and cold data without rehydration; multiple syntaxes supported. | Archive Search enables querying cold logs, but complex queries are limited. Fewer syntax options overall. |
| Dashboards & Visualization | Unlimited dashboards across index & S3, drag-and-drop builder, advanced filters, & AI-assisted queries. | Dashboards primarily visualize indexed data. |
| OOTB Content & Extensions | 4,000+ prebuilt alerts and dashboards across 300+ data sources, Plug-and-play integrations and fast onboarding. | Basic built-in content; broader coverage requires manual configuration or custom logic. Fewer prebuilt rules and visualizations for security. |
| Threat Intel & Enrichment | 13+ threat intel sources, including geo, ASN, tags, and custom feeds. | Native enrichment limited to Datadog-curated feeds. Custom threat intel requires manual setup via reference tables or third-party integrations. |
| Support | 24/7 in app technical support at no extra cost. Human response in <2 min. | 24/7 support costs 8% of monthly spend, minimum $2K spend. 30 min response time for critical issues |
| Implementation | Expert migration & full onboarding at no extra cost. Dedicated AM, CSM, & SEs. | Users report complex setup and unexpected cost escalations during implementation. |
| Pricing | Single pricing metric of amount of data ingested. No overages; pay once irrespective of use case. | Pricing is complex. Datagod pricing can lead to higher-than-expected charges if usage isn’t carefully monitored and managed. |
Coralogix: The Ultimate Datadog SIEM Alternative
Coralogix gives you full visibility without indexing tradeoffs, long-term retention without the fine print, and real support without added fees. If you’re tired of complex pricing models and limited data access, it’s time to rethink what your SIEM should do.
Coralogix SIEM delivers more clarity, less complexity, and no compromises.
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This information is current as of June 2025