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Network Monitoring - Enterprise Software
Network monitoring software watches network devices and activity, helping teams spot problems and track performance. The right choice depends on how it is deployed and which network details you need to monitor.
Compare the board’s signal score out of 10, which reflects published information about use, documentation, and access options. API, open-source, and free-tier marks show whether a product has a public API, open-source code, or a free plan.
- 22 platforms
- 6 with a public API on this page
- 13 with a free tier
- Checked 28 Sept 2026
- 1 C
Checkmkcheckmk.comCheckmk provides unified infrastructure monitoring and observability across servers, networks, applications, databases, cloud, containers and user experience.
- 2 MO
ManageEngine OpManagermanageengine.comA network monitoring and management tool operated from one console.
- 3 NX
Nagios XInagios.comNagios XI is commercial infrastructure monitoring software that executes threshold-based checks on servers, network devices, applications and services, records…
- 4 O
Obkioobkio.comA network performance service that runs tests between locations every 500 milliseconds.
- 5 PP
Paessler PRTG Network Monitorpaessler.comAn on-premises Windows tool for monitoring devices, traffic, applications, and other metrics.
- 6 I
Icingaicinga.comIcinga monitors infrastructure and applications, collecting and analyzing data to help teams identify and resolve errors.
- 7 D
Domotzdomotz.comDomotz is a cloud-based network monitoring and management platform for discovering, monitoring, and remotely managing network-connected devices across multiple…
- 8 N
NetXMSnetxms.comNetXMS is an open-source monitoring solution for networks and infrastructure.
- 9 SNSite24x7 Network Monitoringsite24x7.com
A network monitor that tracks device health, performance, and traffic and maps connections.
- 10 L
LibreNMSlibrenms.orgLibreNMS is a network monitoring system with device support.
- 11 O
Observiumobservium.orgA network tool that discovers devices, tracks performance, and displays alerts and history.
- 12 CCacticacti.net
A free, self-hosted tool for graphing network data and checking device availability.
- 13 Z
Zabbixzabbix.comOpen-source monitoring software collects metrics from networks, cloud services, apps, logs and devices.
- 14 WGWhatsUp Goldwhatsupgold.com
IT infrastructure software monitors networks, systems, traffic, cloud resources and more with topology maps.
- 15 AC
Automic Continuous Delivery Automationbroadcom.comA release tool that automates deployments and tracks their status in real time.
- 16 SN
SolarWinds Network Performance Monitorsolarwinds.comA self-hosted network monitor that tracks device health, traffic, response time, and packet loss.
- 17 NNNETSCOUT nGeniusONEnetscout.com
A hybrid network tool with network discovery and flow analytics.
- 18 EIExtremeCloud IQextremenetworks.com
ExtremeCloud IQ provides machine-learning-driven unified management for access points, switches, and SD-WAN.
- 19 JMJuniper Mistjuniper.net
- 20 KNKentik Network Intelligence Platformkentik.com
A hybrid network tool with application visibility and support for several flow data formats.
- 21 ISIBM SevOne Network Performance Managementibm.com
A network performance tool with traffic monitoring, topology maps, email, and webhook alerts.
- 22 ONOpenText Network Observabilityopentext.com
A hybrid network monitoring tool with device discovery, SNMP monitoring, and flow analytics.
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How to choose
Where does the software need to run?
Choose a deployment that fits your setup, such as a web service, a self-hosted installation, or software for Linux or Windows.
Platform availability varies by product. Check the listed deployment and platform details against the systems your team can use.
What network activity do you need to monitor?
Use the comparison fields to match a tool to the monitoring work you need: network discovery, SNMP monitoring, or flow analytics.
SNMP is a way for monitoring software to collect information from network devices. Flow analytics helps examine traffic moving across a network.
How many devices does it need to cover?
Check the device limit before choosing a product, since that figure indicates how many devices the tool can monitor under its listed terms.
If the limit is not clear from the comparison, review the product’s pricing details or ask the maker.
Where should monitoring alerts go?
Compare alert channels with the places your team checks for network problems. The board lists alert channels as a point of comparison.
Confirm that a product’s available channels fit your workflow before committing to a paid plan.
Can I try it before paying?
Check whether the listing shows a free plan or a free trial, and read the paid starting price where one is given.
Some pricing is available on request rather than as a public starting price. For example, Checkmk lists a free plan, paid pricing from €190 per month on an annual basis, and a 30-day trial; Automic lists pricing on request and a free trial.
Questions
What does network monitoring software do?
It monitors network devices and activity. Compare products by deployment, discovery, SNMP monitoring, flow analytics, device limits, and alert channels.
What is SNMP monitoring?
SNMP is a way for monitoring software to collect information from network devices. Check the SNMP monitoring field to compare product support.
Which network monitoring tools have a free plan?
The board marks whether a product has a free plan. Cacti and LibreNMS are listed as free, while Checkmk and Domotz list free plans alongside paid pricing.
Can I run network monitoring software on my own server?
Check the deployment details for self-hosted options. The board also compares platform availability, including web, Linux, and Windows.
What should I compare before choosing a network monitoring tool?
Compare deployment, network discovery, SNMP monitoring, flow analytics, device limits, alert channels, pricing, and the API, open-source, and free-tier marks.
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