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Compare Network Mapping Software

Network mapping software discovers devices and shows how they connect; compare discovery, deployment, and the topology details each tool can display.

The board uses a signal score out of 10 and marks public APIs, open-source code, and free tiers. Compare plans and trial terms as well as platform support and features such as diagram export and change tracking.

  • 21 platforms
  • 1 with a public API on this page
  • 13 with a free tier
  • Checked 28 Sept 2026
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    Scanopyscanopy.net

    Open-source software that scans and maps hosts, services, and network views on a schedule; free plan.

    7.7 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    ManageEngine OpManagermanageengine.com

    Software for monitoring and controlling network equipment from a shared console; free plan, paid from $95.

    6.7 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $95/yr
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    LanTopoLoglantopolog.com

    Network software that discovers and maps physical topology using SNMP; free plan, paid from $50.

    6.6 APIOpenFree Free tier · $50 one-time
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    Netdisconetdisco.org

    Free web tool that finds a device by its IP or MAC address and identifies its connected switch port.

    6.4 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    Domotzdomotz.com

    Domotz is a cloud-based network monitoring and management platform for discovering, monitoring, and remotely managing network-connected devices across multiple…

    6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $1.50/mo
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    NetXMSnetxms.com

    Open-source software for monitoring networks and infrastructure; free plan with automatic map creation.

    6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    LANState10-strike.com

    Windows software that maps networks, monitors devices and services, and supports remote management; free plan.

    5.8 APIOpenFree Free tier · $99.95 one-time
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    WhatsUp Goldwhatsupgold.com

    Network monitoring software that maps device connections across on-premises and cloud networks.

    5.7 APIOpenFree From $866/yr
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    SolarWinds Network Topology Mappersolarwinds.com

    Windows software that discovers devices and maps network layers; paid from $1,977, with a 14-day trial.

    5.5 APIOpenFree $1,977 one-time
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    IP Fabricipfabric.io

    Network software that models devices, links, and settings; 30-day trial, pricing on request.

    5.4 APIOpenFree —
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    Nebulanebula-project.org

    Free, on-premises software that automatically discovers network topology using SNMP and other protocols.

    5.2 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    Netscopenetscope.fr

    Free cloud software that automatically discovers networks using ICMP probes.

    5.2 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    Networkmapsnetworkmaps.org

    Free network mapping software for web, desktop, and mobile; automatic discovery is not available.

    5.2 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    Lanterngithub.com

    Free, on-premises software that automatically maps logical network topology and tracks changes.

    5.1 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    NetKnetk.org

    Free web software with diagram export to image or PDF.

    4.8 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    NetAlly Link-Livenetally.com

    Web software that automatically discovers network topology from NetAlly testers and network data sources; free plan.

    4.8 APIOpenFree Free tier
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    Net-Monitor Network Configuration Managementnet-monitor.net

    Self-hosted software that archives device settings, logs edits, and checks them against a baseline.

    4.7 APIOpenFree —
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    N-central RMMn-able.com

    Remote monitoring and management software with workflow automation; pricing on request.

    4.5 APIOpenFree —
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    N-able Network Topology Mappingn-able.com

    Hybrid software that automatically maps network topology and tracks changes; pricing on request.

    4.1 APIOpenFree —
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    Skydivegithub.com

    Free Linux software that automatically maps network structure and dependencies; available on premises.

    4.1 APIOpenFree —
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    CERNE Network Discoveryunityone.ai

    Network discovery software that automatically finds devices in a hybrid deployment; web access, pricing on request.

    4.0 APIOpenFree —

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How to choose

How does it find network devices?

Check whether automatic discovery is included and whether it fits the way you manage your network. Discovery can reduce the need to add devices by hand.

Where can I deploy it?

Compare web, Windows, Linux, and macOS support with self-hosted deployment if you need to run the software on your own systems. Check platform marks before choosing.

What network details can it map?

Look at topology layers and included nodes to see whether the map can represent the parts of your network you need. Diagram export can help when you need to share a map outside the tool.

Can it track network changes?

If you need to see how a network changes over time, compare change-tracking support. Also check whether the tool has a public API if you need it to connect with other software.

Can I try it before paying?

Compare free plans, trial periods, and paid starting prices. Some providers give pricing on request, so a listed trial or free plan may be the clearest way to assess fit before discussing cost.

Questions

What does network mapping software do?

It discovers network devices and maps how they connect, with features such as topology layers, diagram export, and change tracking.

Which network mapping tools have a free plan?

The board marks whether a tool has a free plan. Compare that mark with paid starting prices and trial terms, since a free plan and a free trial are different.

Can network mapping software run on my operating system?

Platform support varies. Compare the web, Linux, Windows, macOS, and self-hosted marks for the tools you are considering.

What should I compare in network mapping software?

Compare automatic discovery, deployment, topology layers, included nodes, diagram export, and change tracking, along with plan and platform support.

What does a public API mean for network mapping software?

A public API is a documented way for other software to connect to a tool. Check the API mark if connecting tools is important to your choice.

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