What is the status of custom metrics consumption in the free tier for Dynatrace SaaS and managed environments?

The correct answer regarding the status of custom metrics consumption in the free tier for Dynatrace SaaS and managed environments focuses on the limitation that exists for custom metrics. In the free tier, users have access to a defined set of resources and capabilities, one of which includes the consumption of custom metrics. However, this access is not unlimited; instead, it is restricted to a specific count of custom metrics, which means users can only utilize a certain number of custom metrics without incurring additional costs. This approach allows Dynatrace to balance resource usage while still enabling users to gain insights without the need for a paid subscription.

The option indicating that custom metrics cannot be used is inaccurate since there is functionality for custom metrics, albeit in a limited capacity. The choice stating that custom metrics are unlimited is also incorrect as it misrepresents the reality of tier restrictions. Additionally, the idea that custom metrics are fully charged does not apply in the context of the free tier since the design of the tier includes some level of free access to custom metrics, albeit with the aforementioned limits.