Nmap AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Network Analyzers

The best Network Analyzer alternative to Nmap is Angry IP Scanner, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Nmap and 19 are Network Analyzers so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Network Analyzer alternatives to Nmap are Fing, Port Authority, NETworkManager by BornToBeRoot and Advanced Port Scanner.

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  1. Angry IP Scanner icon

    Angry IP Scanner

     135 likes

    Open-source, cross-platform network scanner for fast and simple IP and port scanning. It's lightweight, requires no installation, utilizes multithreading for speed, and is extendable via plugins. It pings IPs, resolves hostnames, determines MAC addresses, provides NetBIOS info, and saves results in various formats.

    76 Angry IP Scanner alternatives

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    • Flatpak
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  2. Fing icon

    Fing

     146 likes

    Discover all devices on your network with this trusted scanner. Monitor ISP performances, run speed tests, find hidden cameras, and check for vulnerabilities quickly. With multiplatform support and ad-free browsing, you can upgrade for more tools and enhanced network protection.

    86 Fing alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    • Mac
    • Windows
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    • iPhone
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  4. Port Authority icon

    Port Authority

     22 likes

    Android-focused port scanner quickly discovers hosts and delivers comprehensive network data. Displays local and remote device info, enabling detailed analysis for systems security.

    57 Port Authority alternatives

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    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  5. NETworkManager by BornToBeRoot icon

    NETworkManager by BornToBeRoot

     14 likes

    NETworkManager is a powerful tool for managing networks and troubleshoot network problems! It includes a variety of tools such as an IP scanner, Port Scanner, Ping Monitor, WiFi analyzer, PuTTY/RemoteDesktop with tabs or an LLDP/CDP capture (and many more) in a unified user...

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    • Windows
    • Chocolatey
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  6. Advanced Port Scanner icon

    Advanced Port Scanner

     24 likes

    Advanced Port Scanner is a fast and free software for port scanning. It will allow you to quickly find all open ports (TCP and UDP) and detect versions of programs running on them. The utility includes many features simplifying network management.

    62 Advanced Port Scanner alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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    PortDroid

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    A network security and port scanning Android app.

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Android
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  9. Umit Network Scanner icon

    Umit Network Scanner

     7 likes

    Umit: The Nmap Frontend: Umit was designed to accomodate and run more than one scan at time. Each scan is executed and shown inside a Scan Tab, which has a title and organize every information obtained in the scan result.

    The Scan Tab tries to facilitate your life, by making th.

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Discontinued

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Global
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    Zeek

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    Zeek is a powerful network analysis framework that is much different from the typical IDS you may know.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Linux
    • BSD
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  11. CloudShark icon

    CloudShark

     11 likes

    Optimize packet capture workflow with CloudShark's secure, collaborative network analysis. It's ideal for IT teams and operators, available on any device. Share and solve problems faster with browser-based collaboration and centralized PCAP data management on-premise or in the cloud.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    HoverIP

     5 likes

    HoverIP is a comprehensive network software solution that shows you adapter configuration and lets you perform various IP tasks.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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