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Compare DDI Management Platforms

DDI management platforms help manage DNS, DHCP and IP addresses. Choose by the network tasks you need to handle, how the software is deployed and whether it connects through an API.

The board compares free plans, starting prices, deployment, DNS and DHCP management, IP address management, managed networks and API access. Its signal score is out of 10; marks indicate API access, open-source code and a free tier.

  • 15 platforms
  • 2 with a public API on this page
  • 2 with a free tier
  • Checked 28 Sept 2026
  1. 1
    GI
    GestióIPgestioip.net

    Open-source web IP address management with IPv4/IPv6 discovery, tracking, and a free plan.

    7.6 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $400/yr
  2. 2
    O
    OpenNetAdminopennetadmin.com

    A free, open-source IP management system with web and command-line interfaces and DNS/DHCP records.

    6.4 APIOpenFree Free tier
  3. 3
    MD
    ManageEngine DDI Centralmanageengine.com

    A DDI tool for DNS, DHCP, and IP inventory, with a 30-day trial and threat detection features.

    5.7 APIOpenFree From $3,199/yr
  4. 4
    SI
    SolarWinds IPAMsolarwinds.com

    A self-hosted tool for finding and managing IPv4/IPv6 addresses, DNS, and DHCP, with a 30-day trial.

    5.6 APIOpenFree —
  5. 5
    AD
    ApplianSys DNSBOXappliansys.com

    A browser-managed appliance for coordinating network naming and address assignments.

    5.3 APIOpenFree —
  6. 6
    FD
    FusionLayer DDIfusionlayer.com

    A network address and naming manager with a 30-day trial and integrations for major cloud and virtualization systems.

    5.3 APIOpenFree —
  7. 7
    MW
    Microsoft Windows Server IPAMmicrosoft.com

    A Windows Server tool for discovering IP and DNS servers and managing DHCP scopes and failover.

    5.0 APIOpenFree $1,176 one-time
  8. 8
    ES
    EfficientIP SOLIDserver DDIefficientip.com

    A network management system that supports IPv4, IPv6, and DNS and DHCP from multiple vendors.

    4.9 APIOpenFree —
  9. 9
    CI
    Cygna IPControlcygnalabs.com

    A hybrid tool for DNS, DHCP, subnet planning, IPv6, and API access.

    4.2 APIOpenFree —
  10. 10
    BI
    BlueCat Integritybluecatnetworks.com

    A hybrid DDI platform with an API, device inventory, and access policy provisioning.

    4.1 APIOpenFree —
  11. 11
    IB
    Infoblox BloxOne DDIinfoblox.com

    A web-based DDI tool with API access, device inventory, and zero-touch deployment.

    4.1 APIOpenFree —
  12. 12
    IN
    Infoblox NIOSinfoblox.com

    A hybrid network management product with an API and device inventory.

    4.1 APIOpenFree —
  13. 13
    CV
    Cygna VitalQIPcygnalabs.com

    A web-based tool for DNS, DHCP, subnet planning, IPv6, and API access.

    4.0 APIOpenFree —
  14. 14
    TD
    Themelio DDI Platformnetworks365.net

    A web-based platform for managing DNS, DHCP, and IP addresses.

    4.0 APIOpenFree —
  15. 15
    IB
    Incognito Broadband Command Centerincognito.com

    A platform with DNS, DHCP, IP address management, and API access for managed networks.

    3.9 APIOpenFree —

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How to choose

Which network tasks does it need to handle?

Start with the work you need to manage: DNS, DHCP, IP addresses or managed networks. Compare those capabilities against the tasks your team handles.

Where does the platform need to run?

Check the deployment options and operating systems against your environment. ApplianSys DNSBOX lists Linux, self-hosted and web options; Microsoft Windows Server IPAM lists Windows, self-hosted and API.

Does it need API access?

If the platform needs to connect with other software, check its API access. EfficientIP SOLIDserver DDI lists API, self-hosted and web platforms.

What will it cost, and can I try it first?

Compare the free-plan and trial details with the paid price. GestióIP lists a free plan and paid service from €400 per year. ManageEngine DDI Central lists a 30-day trial and pricing from $3,199 per year; FusionLayer DDI lists a 30-day trial and pricing on request.

Questions

What does a DDI management platform do?

It helps manage DNS, DHCP and IP addresses. Compare DNS management, DHCP management, IP address management and managed-network support.

How can I compare DDI platform deployment options?

Check whether the platform supports web, self-hosted or the operating system you use, such as Linux or Windows.

Do DDI management platforms offer API access?

API access is a comparison point. Check the platform's listed API availability if it needs to connect with other software.

Are there free DDI management platforms?

A free plan is available for GestióIP, which also lists paid service from €400 per year. Check plan terms before choosing.

Can I try a DDI management platform before paying?

Trial availability varies. FusionLayer DDI and ManageEngine DDI Central list 30-day trials.

Some top positions on this board can be paid placements, standing where they were sold. The facts on each platform are not for sale. How we rank · Disclosure